Plantation warns residents about filtration sales pitches over tap water
Plantation FL – City says some home filtration companies are contacting residents with tap-water claims. Rely on the city’s testing and annual report.
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FTC settlement: Hopper to pay $35M over fees—what to check before booking
The FTC says Hopper’s travel app added Tip and VIP Support fees without express consent. Before you book, review default add-ons on checkout.
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Fed prohibition order on consent bars Heritage’s ex–chief lending officer—what it means
Federal Reserve issued a July 16, 2026 order on consent against James Burns, Heritage State Bank’s former chief lending officer, tied to appraisal-related misconduct.
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FTC Seeks Comments on AI “Suppression of Accuracy” Policy—Chatbots & State AI Rules
The FTC opened a comment period on a proposed “suppression of accuracy” AI policy tied to Section 5 deception—comments due July 31, 2026.
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FTC seeks public comment on proposed AI “accuracy suppression” policy
FTC has published a Federal Register notice on an AI “accuracy suppression” policy statement under the FTC Act. Comments due July 31, 2026.
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FDA recall: PEDIGREE 13.2‑oz wet dog food two lots may contain sharp metal and plastic—check lot codes 613C3KKCFC & 613C1KKCFC
FDA posted July 2, 2026: two PEDIGREE 13.2‑oz wet dog food lots (613C3KKCFC, 613C1KKCFC) may contain sharp metal/plastic—stop feeding.
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FTC requires Amazon to pay $2.25M over identity-theft victims’ FCRA records requests
FTC says Amazon violated FCRA Section 609(e) by refusing or delaying identity-theft record requests. Proposed settlement: $2.25M + victim notice.
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FTC proposes $35M settlement with Hopper over hidden travel-app fees—what’s next
FTC proposes a $35 million settlement in FTC v. Hopper, accusing hidden “Tip” and “VIP Support” fees; here’s what the order would require next.
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RentGrow settlement: $2.25M FTC—what renters and landlords should do
FTC says RentGrow mishandled disputed tenant-screening data; $2.25M settlement highlights FCRA dispute rights when rental access depends on reports.
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FTC seeks comments on AI “suppression of accuracy” under FTC Act Section 5
United States – The FTC proposed an AI policy statement on when “suppression of accuracy” could be deceptive under FTC Act Section 5. Comment by July 31.
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GJPD warns of gift card scam: photo + PIN requests and what to do
Grand Junction CO — GJPD’s July 2, 2026 alert says scammers impersonate agencies, push gift cards, then ask for a photo of the card and the PIN.
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DOT resets airline ancillary-fee disclosures after Fifth Circuit vacatur
DOT’s July 2, 2026 final rule reinstates pre-2024 disclosure standards for airline add-on fees after a Feb. 3, 2026 court vacatur. What changes for booking.
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DOJ and FTC urge states to probe antitrust tied to high gas prices
A July 3 DOJ–FTC letter tells state AGs to investigate antitrust and deceptive conduct that could keep pump prices high—then invites reports via federal portals.
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Supreme Court ruling on FTC commissioner removal: what changes now for enforcement, rulemaking, and consumer protection
The Supreme Court on June 29 struck down the FTC’s for-cause removal limits; leadership could turn over faster. FTC’s AI comment deadline is July 31.
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FTC’s Havas digital-advertising settlement: how the order could change “brand safety” deals tied to politics
FTC’s Havas settlement order approved June 30, 2026 runs 10 years, limiting how Havas can coordinate “brand safety” deals based on “Covered Bases.”
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FDA OKs modified-risk marketing claim for 20 ZYN nicotine pouches—what changes
United States Public Health Safety and Legal Rules – FDA’s June 30, 2026 order lets Swedish Match market 20 ZYN nicotine pouches with a specific “lower risk” claim.
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Washington, DC RESALE Act: resale price cap, all-in rules, and July 7 steps
Washington, DC’s Council approved the RESALE Act July 3, capping live-entertainment resale at 120% all-in and requiring DLCP licensing for 50+ ticket sellers.
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FTC opens comment period on AI accuracy proposal
United States Evening Federal Agency Decisions – The FTC is seeking comments on a proposed policy statement that says undisclosed output distortion in AI systems could be deceptive under Section 5. ([ftc.gov](https://www.ftc.gov/news-events/news/press-releases/2026/07/ftc-seeks-public-comment-policy-statement-addressing-ai-accuracy))
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Sugarcreek Township’s no-solicitation rules: Do Not Solicit list & window clings
Sugarcreek Township residents can use the Township’s Do Not Solicit registry and free “No Solicitation” window clings to reduce unwanted doorstep visits.
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North Dartmouth’s State Road crypto ATM faces removal after Dartmouth ban
Dartmouth’s June 2 Town Meeting approved a crypto ATM ban, and town records point to the EcoATM at 506 State Road as the local example.
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United States: Supreme Court upholds FCC fine process in AT&T privacy case
The Supreme Court said the FCC can keep issuing forfeiture orders without a jury in telecom privacy cases, preserving a key consumer-enforcement tool.
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Spirit Airlines shuts down nationwide, stranding travelers and triggering refund questions
Spirit Airlines has begun an orderly shutdown and canceled all flights nationwide, leaving travelers to check bookings, refunds, and rebooking options.
