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Recalls

Listeria outbreak linked to South Carolina meat recall leaves infant dead; 72,000 pounds affected

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Have you gotten this text lately? It's a phishing scam

Scammers are targeting holiday shoppers with fake USPS texts that seem legit at first glance. Here's what experts say you should do if you get one.
Recalls

Yes, there is a ground beef recall, but not for beef sold at grocery stores

The ground beef, which was distributed to restaurants nationwide, is being recalled for potential E. coli contamination.
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No, Trump’s New York hush money case was not dismissed

A judge indefinitely postponed Trump’s sentencing and allowed his legal team to file a motion for dismissal. But the conviction wasn’t overturned.
Health

Yes, some black plastics in kitchen utensils, toys are made from recycled electronics

Items made from black plastics, like spatulas, toys and take-out containers, may contain harmful chemicals from recycled electronics. We VERIFY data on health risks.
Health

Some black plastic items are made from recycled electronics

Items made from black plastics, like spatulas, toys and take-out containers, may contain harmful chemicals from recycled electronics. We VERIFY data on health risks.
Donald Trump

What we can VERIFY about Trump’s plan to use the military to support mass deportations

With a governor’s approval, the National Guard can detain individuals, but the other military branches can only offer logistical support for immigration enforcement.
Donald Trump

What we can VERIFY about Trump’s plan to use the military to support mass deportations

Presidents can deploy the military for immigration enforcement. The National Guard can sometimes be used to detain, while active-duty soldiers can’t.
Social Security

No, the president cannot change Social Security

VERIFY readers asked if the president can change Social Security. Its tax rate and benefits are set by law, so it would take an act of Congress to change them.
Elections

No, Matt Gaetz is not guaranteed to get his House seat back after withdrawing from AG consideration

Matt Gaetz resigned from Congress, leaving his House seat open. Here's why he can't automatically get it back after bowing out as Trump's attorney general pick.
Recalls

Yes, there is a carrot recall following an E. coli outbreak

Recalled products have been removed from stores, but people should check their fridges to make sure they throw out any potentially harmful products.
Medicare

What we can VERIFY about Medicare Advantage plans and how to avoid scams

Many readers have asked us about ads that tout extra benefits for people on Medicare Advantage plans. Here’s what you need to know about how the plans actually work.

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Weather Impact Alert issued for all of Central Georgia for Thursday, gusty wind and rain looking likely

County-By-County: Check to see how your area will be impacted by Hurricane Helene

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Listeria outbreak linked to South Carolina meat recall leaves infant dead; 72,000 pounds affected

Have you gotten this text lately? It's a phishing scam

Yes, there is a ground beef recall, but not for beef sold at grocery stores

No, Trump’s New York hush money case was not dismissed

Yes, some black plastics in kitchen utensils, toys are made from recycled electronics

Some black plastic items are made from recycled electronics

What we can VERIFY about Trump’s plan to use the military to support mass deportations

What we can VERIFY about Trump’s plan to use the military to support mass deportations

No, the president cannot change Social Security

No, Matt Gaetz is not guaranteed to get his House seat back after withdrawing from AG consideration

Yes, there is a carrot recall following an E. coli outbreak

What we can VERIFY about Medicare Advantage plans and how to avoid scams

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