05/22/2008 Senior care worker charged with thefts caught on tape Quanecka Thompson, 23, was arraigned on five counts of theft, one count of burglary and one count of criminal mistreatment.  Video: Surveillance video

Stolen trust: Elder scams by family members When senior citizens are duped of their life savings, statistics show more often than not, trusted family members are responsible.

05/21/2008 Stretching your dollar: Goodwill helps you look good on budget Five million shoppers hit the 37 Portland area Goodwill stores annually. That’s because these locations get the most donations in the world.

05/20/2008 Having a baby doesn't have to break the bank A sunny day at the park with your newborn is priceless, too bad all of the gear associated with baby is not. Your baby’s first year can cost as much as $15,000.

05/14/2008 Scientists search for buried treasure off the Oregon Coast Scientists and volunteers looking for a buried shipwreck off the Oregon Coast, found a small square of Chinese porcelain.  Video: Ore. treasure hunters

Stretching your dollar at the gas pump With gas prices flirting with the $4 a gallon mark, experts say it’s more important than ever to think before you drive.

05/13/2008 Special Report: Stretching your dollar at the grocery store Rising food prices have made eating well on a budget that much more difficult. It can still be done, experts say, but a trip to the grocery store now requires planning and discipline.

05/09/2008 Beware toxic garden boxes Planting your own fruits and vegetables has become a growing trend. But what you may not know is that the garden box you're working in could be contaminating your food.  Video: KGW report

Special equipment helps paramedics treat larger patients Bigger patients mean bigger ambulances and emergency medical responders are having to rely on larger gear to get their jobs done.

05/08/2008 So called 'healthy foods' aren't always the best choice You're working toward a healthier life, you're exercising and watching what you eat. But you may be unknowingly derailing your diet by turning to so-called "healthy" foods.

05/07/2008 Acupuncture may help people who suffer from allergies "There is technically no cure for allergies but what we can do is reduce people's stress," said Dr. Chandler.  Video: KGW report on acupuncture

05/06/2008 Learn to turn gift cards into cash You don’t have to sit on your gift cards. You can turn them into cash with the stroke of your keypad.  Video: KGW report on gift cards

Novelty lighters too much like toys, firefighters say Would you let your child play with a lighter? Of course not. But that’s just part of the reason Oregon state fire officials are so concerned about novelty lighters that look like toys.

05/02/2008 New braces technique promises a sure smile Gresham doctor Tod Hardin's orthodontics office is one of just a handful in the Portland-area using a new technique called 'Sure smile.'  Video: KGW report

Plastic surgery aims at improving sex lives "Women know they have a problem but they're really afraid to talk about it because they feel like they're the only one," said Dr. Karen Hamilton.  Video: KGW report

05/01/2008 Swapping homes could be a house sale solution The house swapping process is simple: the equity you have in your house can be used as a down payment in the house you’re trading for and vice versa.

Oregon-Washington border: A crime crossing? Portland Police Sergeant Brian Schmautz says it could be dangerous for Portland cops to arrest crooks on the other side of the river.

04/30/2008 More Americans getting hand makeovers More Americans than ever before are paying up to turn back the hands of time. Hands - being the operative word.  Video: KGW report

04/29/2008 Couples say 'I do' to wedding insurance It won't cover you should your fiancé run off with the maid of honor, but it will help if the caterer takes off with your cash or your wedding reception turns into a drunken mess.

Internet tools help parents find safe & honest nannies It's one of the biggest challenges a partent faces -- finding the right person to take care of your kids when you can't be at home.

04/28/2008 Fraud a growing crime for aging boomers The number of elder financial exploitation victims keeps rising every year. Oregon's Department of Human and Health Services reported 2366 reported cases in 2006 and 2617 cases in 2007.

New online tools help calorie counters keep the pounds off A new online tool is offering shoppers a way to track what they eat with ease.  Video: Calorie counter  Also: Mobile calorie-counting service

04/26/2008 Some Web sites selling custom-made fake doctor's notes An April 8, 2008 national survey done for CareerBuilder.com found 24% percent of workers admitted calling in sick when they were fine, at least once.  Video: KGW report  Also: Should you quit your job?

04/25/2008 Credit card 'shaving' a new ID scam A new scam targets credit card holders and their account numbers, without the crook ever knowing who you are.  Video: KGW report on 'shaving'  More: Credit card fraud protection

04/24/2008 The hidden danger of kids' food allergies Jennifer Holub boycotted all things peanuts after her two year old son Henry had an allergic reaction to a peanut butter sandwich.  Video: KGW report

02/27/2008 New hope for headache sufferers A new type of headache occurs in people who've never had headaches before. People may suffer for years, but now there's new hope for a treatment.  Video: Watch KGW report

02/26/2008

Date night can keep romance alive in your marriage
It’s Friday night as Wanda Frazier carefully puts on red lip stick, getting ready for a date night with her husband John.

Special report: Dealing with dust mites in your bed Mario Lamorticella is a Portland area engineer who is at war with dust mites after suffering from allergic reactions.  More: KGW Special reports

02/25/2008 Portland animal group helping bears in China Sun bears and the more common moon bears are practically a walking drug store, farmed for their bile and for gall bladders used in traditional Chinese Medicine to treat everything from eye issues to the liver. Blog: Bear rescue

Seattle moms brainstorming ways to go green The group - sort of like a book club - comes up with easy ways to make changes in their daily lives to help protect the Earth.

02/23/2008

Police give tips for bucking latest burglary trends
Lately, laptops computers have been a top prize for thieving opportunists.

02/20/2008

Special report: Information overload at the office
Jeff Mills is a prime example of someone who suffers from information overload. In addition to the emails, Mills subscribes to dozens of industry news letters online. He also reads articles about the latest trends.

02/19/2008 Simple handwashing can keep flu and cold away Inside Miss Amber's preschool class in Vancouver, morning story time is punctuated by sneezes and coughs. But nothing stops the spread of sickness like simple handwashing, according to Dr. Shelley Sanders, with Providence, St. Vincent Medical Center.

Online program pays $1 million to couples who stay married Staying married can pay in many ways. A new rewards program promises to give couples up to $1 million if they last 30 years.  Video: Watch KGW report  Also: More KGW special reports

02/15/2008 How to cash in when selling a home Selling your home in the Portland area could become tougher if the economy slows - here's how to grab a buyer.  Video: Watch KGW report  Poll: Concerned about market?  More: KGW special reports

Singles picking up more than groceries at local market It's happening at Whole Foods Market in the Pearl District, especially among shoppers in their 20s and 30s.  More: KGW Special Reports

02/14/2008 Special Report: Counting calories reveals surprises A KGW comparison uncovers a 500 calorie difference between two popular turkey sandwiches, and other calorie counting surprises.  Video: Watch KGW report

02/13/2008 Text 'spam' could be costing you money Mysterious text messages are showing up on cell phones everywhere. It's a new form of spam and it's costing all of us money.

02/12/2008 Four lifestyle changes can add 14 years to your life What if you could add 14 years to your life? Researchers say four simple rules can help you live longer.  Poll: Do you have healthy habits?  Video: Watch KGW Special Report

02/11/2008

Helping boys get motivated for school, success
Molly Healy sees it every year, especially after the first report card. "We call them 'pigpens,'" said the Lake Oswego High School counselor. "Their notebooks are exploding."

02/08/2008 Give your fridge food the 'toss test' Do you throw out food after the "sell by," the "best by" or the "guaranteed fresh by" date? And what's with all the different descriptions?

Special report: The price of glamour A little lipstick can add a lot of color, but that red could be spreading lead, according to the Campaign for Safe Cosmetics.  Video: Watch KGW report  Also: More special reports

02/07/2008 Sinus Solution If you suffer from allergies, head colds, or sinus infections check out this story that may just help you get healthy.

02/06/2008 Too tired? It could harm your health. Are you too tired? We examine the very real dangers of not getting enough sleep that could even shorten your life.

01/31/2008 Special report: Rapid recovery face lifts a faster fix Instead of weeks of recovery with a traditional facelift, the rapid lift gets people back to work in just a matter of days.  Video: Watch KGW report  Also: More special reports

12/24/2007 Look back: Strangest stories of 2007 2007 saw some unusual stories make headlines in the news, from a doctor finding a live spider in a boy's ear to a battle over a pet deer that divided the state.  More: Best stories/video of 2007  Poll: Your pick for strangest story?

11/28/2007 Trading places: Bicyclist, driver swap roles Two Portland women swapped their usual modes of transportation to see how the other half’ gets around. Share/Read:Sharing the road

Stem cells give dog owners new hope A Beaverton animal clinic is trying a new non-embryonic stem cell therapy for dogs.

03/26/2008 Strange sickness: Mystery disease horror story What sounds like science fiction was real life for Portland's Dr. Beverly Drottar. The disabled family practice doctor felt like bugs were crawling under her skin.

11/28/2007 Tips for avoiding holiday stress Holidays are supposed to bring love and joy and relaxation, at least that’s the image many of us hold in our minds. The reality can be quite different.

11/27/2007 Proven home remedies beat insomnia without pills Take charge of your good night's sleep with these deceptively simple, but totally effective tricks to getting sound sleep.

11/26/2007

Green schools save green, impact learning
Mr. Speakman's fifth grade classroom at Ash Creek Intermediate, in Monmouth, looks like a typical social studies class you'd find anywhere in America.

11/22/2007 How to get the early scoop on Black Friday's best deals This year, many of the ads have been leaked to Black Friday websites. KGW tracked down those ads, and got a sneak preview of the best deals of the season.

11/21/2007 $50K For Your Eggs Is it a chance for a child? Or selling fertility to the highest bidder?

Special Report: Putting smoke alarms to the test An unscientific test conducted by kgw.com revealed there is not a big difference between the kinds sold in Oregon.

11/20/2007 Special Report: Truth about takeout Did you know "healthy" takeout salad, loaded with vegetables and chicken, may have more fat and calories than a cheeseburger?  Video: Surprising food facts

11/17/2007

IRS mails others' tax info to Oregon man
Joseph Drotar from Hillsboro says he was flabbergasted by what he recently received in the mail from the IRS.

11/16/2007

Boomeritis: Injuries catch up with age
According to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, active baby boomers account nationally for more than one million injuries a year.

11/15/2007 More teens diagnosed with bipolar disorder A recent study funded by the National Institute of Mental Health found the number of children and adolescents diagnosed with bipolar disorder in recent years has increased forty fold. The question is why.

Sleepless nights? Could be Restless Legs Syndrome Ever had a hard time falling asleep because of an urge to move your legs?

11/14/2007 At-home fertility test a new option for couples Thinking about starting a family? Want to know if you and your partner have fertility problems? A new medical test can provide valuable insight, and you'll never once have to leave your home to take it.

Snoring Solutions: What works and what doesn't If you or someone you know snores, there are a wide range of products that promise to help. KGW puts them to the test.  Video: Watch KGW report

11/13/2007 How to help 911 help you during an emergency No one plans for a medical emergency. We don't anticipate a life-changing accident at home. But should one strike and you're forced to call 9-1-1, you can actually play a role in getting faster and more accurate medical care.

Beaverton address used to dupe charities and small business owners That company promised to help people like Debra Lockwood of Newport find government grants. Instead, she found nothing but trouble.

Big bags could cost you big bucks during holiday travel If you're flying somewhere for the holidays, now is the time to do some research before you pack those presents.  Poll: Fair to charge extra fee?

11/12/2007

Weight loss surgery a last resort for some teens
He's only 16, but Cam Kennedy says he got a new lease on life this summer.

11/10/2007 Hard knocks can lead to big problems for players The Centers for Disease Control estimates as many as 3.8 million people suffer sports related concussions each year. More: Central Ore. leads way in concussion research

Central Oregon heads above in concussion research
In Oregon’s high desert, six high schools are leading the way in the prevention of the potentially deadly, 2nd Concussion Syndrome.

11/09/2007 Woman trades in 3-bedroom home for tiny, 84-foot house Dee Williams built the house herself and parked it in a friend's backyard. She's part of a movement of tiny house dwellers -- people yearning to use fewer resources.  Video: Peek inside tiny house  More: Buying a tiny house

Portland schools struggle to keep kids off risqué websites Despite bans on social websites like YouTube and MySpace, Portland schools are struggling to keep kids off undesirable web sites.

11/08/2007 Special report: Hand sanitizers don't always clean up KGW enlisted the help of a microbiologist and a group of volunteers to test hand sanitizers at a place ripe with germs.  Poll: How do you usually wash your hands?

State hunts down food stamp fraud scammers
Each year, Don Gregory and his colleagues catch about 1,400 people cheating taxpayers in Oregon out of $1 million.

11/07/2007 Pain Away: What Works for Arthritis We look into what over the counter remedies and supplements might just help you ease the pain of osteoarthritis.

Special report: Firefighters concerned about rescue roadblocks Firefighters say it's the biggest challenge they face on a daily basis. And they say it's getting so bad, someone's going to get hurt.  Video: Watch KGW report