WGRZ.com
Sponsored by:

Channel 2 News On Twitter | Follow us on Facebook | Text Alerts

Current Product Recalls

Schylling Associates to Pay a $200,000 Civil Penalty for Violation of Lead Paint Ban and for Failure to Report
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced today that Schylling Associates Inc., of Rowley, Mass. has agreed to pay a $200,000 civil penalty.
[...more] | Thu, 04 Feb 2010 18:50:00 GMT

Dollar General Recalls Toy Guns Due to Choking Hazard
The orange tips located at the end of the toy guns' barrels, which are designed to distinguish them from real guns, can easily be removed from the barrels, posing a choking hazard to children.
[...more] | Wed, 03 Feb 2010 17:30:00 GMT

Children's Toy Jewelry Sets Recalled by Playmates Toys; Charms Violate the Total Lead Standard

A cylindrical metal connector on a charm can contain levels of total lead in excess of 300 ppm, which is prohibited under federal law.
[...more] | Tue, 02 Feb 2010 17:15:00 GMT

Children's Jackets with Drawstrings Recalled by GTM Sportswear Due to Strangulation Hazard
The children's jackets have drawstrings through the hood which can pose a strangulation hazard to children. In February 1996, CPSC issued guidelines (which were incorporated into an industry voluntary standard in 1997) to help prevent children from strangling or getting entangled on the neck and waist drawstrings in upper garments, such as jackets or sweatshirts.
[...more] | Tue, 02 Feb 2010 17:15:00 GMT

Children's Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings Recalled by New Mode Sportswear Due to Strangulation Hazard
The children's sweatshirts have a drawstring through the hood which can pose a strangulation hazard to children. In February 1996, CPSC issued guidelines (which were incorporated into an industry voluntary standard in 1997) to help prevent children from strangling or getting entangled on the neck and waist drawstrings in upper garments, such as jackets or sweatshirts.
[...more] | Tue, 02 Feb 2010 17:15:00 GMT

Children's Greeting Cards with Bracelets Recalled Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
The surface paint coating on the bracelets sold with greeting cards contain excessive levels of lead violating the federal lead paint standard.
[...more] | Tue, 02 Feb 2010 17:15:00 GMT

FAF Inc. Recalls Children's Necklaces Sold Exclusively at Walmart Stores Due to High Levels of Cadmium
The recalled necklaces contain high levels of cadmium. Cadmium is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
[...more] | Fri, 29 Jan 2010 17:30:00 GMT

Summit Treestands Recalls Hunting Tree Stand Brackets Due to Fall Hazard
The tree stand can unexpectedly detach from the tree when the brackets fail, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
[...more] | Thu, 28 Jan 2010 21:30:00 GMT

Rechargeable Batteries Used with Touch Panels for Audio/Visual Systems Recalled by AMX Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
A defect in the battery can cause the battery pack to overheat and rupture. This poses a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
[...more] | Thu, 28 Jan 2010 21:30:00 GMT

Starbucks Recalls Glass Water Bottles Due to Laceration Hazard
The glass water bottle and/or its stopper can shatter when the consumer is removing or inserting the stopper, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.
[...more] | Thu, 28 Jan 2010 15:00:00 GMT

Zippo Recalls Candle Lighters Due to Burn Hazard
Lighters can produce an excessive flame when adjusted to maximum flame setting, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
[...more] | Wed, 27 Jan 2010 16:30:00 GMT

Yamaha Recalls Snowmobiles Due to Loss of Steering Control
A bolt in the right front A arm can loosen in the suspension/steering system, resulting in the sudden loss of steering control. This poses a risk of injury or death to riders.
[...more] | Wed, 27 Jan 2010 16:30:00 GMT

Regal Lager Announces Recall to Repair CYBEX Strollers; Risk of Fingertip Amputation and Laceration Hazards
The stroller's hinge mechanism poses a fingertip amputation and laceration hazard to the child when the consumer is unfolding/opening the stroller.
[...more] | Wed, 27 Jan 2010 15:00:00 GMT

Liebherr Recalls Built-In Refrigerators Due to Injury Hazard; Door Can Detach
The refrigerator's door can detach, posing an injury hazard to consumers.
[...more] | Wed, 27 Jan 2010 15:00:00 GMT

RadioShack Recalls Knight Hawk Toy Helicopters Due to Fire Hazard
The battery housing under the helicopter canopy can overheat while charging, posing a fire hazard.
[...more] | Tue, 26 Jan 2010 19:00:00 GMT
Advertisement
more >>

National News

Betty White, Snickers Top Super Ads; Watch & Rate All

Betty White, Snickers Top Super Ads; Watch & Rate All

USA TODAY'S 22nd annual exclusive Super Bowl Ad Meter real-time consumer testing of how much they liked the commercials is complete, and the winner this year is Snickers.

more >>

You Paid For It

Census Bureau Super Bowl Ad:

Census Bureau Super Bowl Ad: "Spot On" Or "Waste Of Money"?

Should the US Census Bureau have spent $2.5 million taxpayer dollars on a thirty second commercial which aired during the Super Bowl?

more >>

Sports

Rider Second Half Surge Dumps Niagara 70-62

Rider Second Half Surge Dumps Niagara 70-62

LAWRENCEVILLE, N.J. -- Ryan Thompson scored 31 points and Rider defeated Niagara 70-62 on Monday night.

Advertisement
Lowest Gas Prices

Governor Paterson Denies Resignation Rumors

There are reports the New York Times is working on a story that makes serious accusations against Paterson that could force him to resign.

Winter Weather Advisory for Southern Tier

A Winter Weather Advisory has been issued for Chautauqua, Cattaraugus and Allegany counties from 7pm Tuesday until 7pm Wednesday.

Missing Elderly Man

Buffalo police are asking for your help finding a missing, 69 year old man.

Valentine's Day DEADLINES & some BIG Deals

The biggest Valentine's Day deals... and the deadline to get your gift delivered in time.

Ken-Ton Taxpayers Concerned About Bills

Concerned tax payers in the Kenmore-Tonawanda area recently reached out to us, surprised to find their tax bills directing them to make their checks payable to Melissa Brinson.

Who Would Replace Governor & Lt. Governor?

New York Governor is insisting he will not resign but what happens if he does step down or is removed from office?

Buffalo Man Accused of Holding Teen Captive for Six Months

Michael J. Abdallah, 26, is behind bars after allegedly keeping a 13 year old runaway locked in his home for roughly six months.

Comptroller: Over $9 million in Property Taxes Not Collected

Erie County Comptroller Mark Poloncarz says millions in property taxes have not been collected.

Another Extreme Makeover

Scholastic enthusiasm and another West Side make-over go hand in hand.

Historic Gun Found; Museum Burglary Ring Busted

The theft and recovery of a stolen artifact from the West Seneca Historical Society has led to the recovery of other items taken from similar museums around the state.

Sponsored By
Your Mobile Sponsor
2 On Your Side Text Alerts

Get text alerts sent to your phone.
Enter your phone number:
 
Choose alert content:
 
T & C | Privacy | Cancel Alerts
Powered by 4INFO. Standard Messaging Rates or other charges apply. To Opt-out text STOP to 4INFO (44636). For more information text HELP to 4INFO (44636). Contact your carrier for more details.
More Info
more >>

Recent News Photos

more >>

Recent Staff Blogs

What's Your Favorite?
By: wgrzjodi
From: wgrz.com
2/8/2010 4:17 PM EST
A Few Things....
By: MFRIONA
From: wgrz.com
2/9/2010 6:36 AM EST
Don't Miss This Superbowl Ad
By: tfulcher
From: wgrz.com
2/8/2010 10:53 PM EST
Washing The Limo At The White House
By: Jboose
From: wgrz.com
2/8/2010 10:19 PM EST