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Southwest Airlines planes take off from the airline's hub at Dallas Love Field on March 12, 2008 in Dallas, Texas. (credit: Rick Gershon/Getty Images)

Southwest Airlines Begins Puerto Rico Flights

Southwest Airlines is expanding beyond the continental 48 states with new flights to Puerto Rico, as it converts AirTran Airways routes. The flights launched on Sunday.

2013/04/16

Customers walk into a JCPenney store. (credit: Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)

Judge: JCP Can Sell Martha-Designed Goods For Now

A judge ruled Friday that J.C. Penney can sell some goods designed by Martha Stewart that were destined for shelves this spring —for now.

2013/04/12

A Takata employee sews an airbag at Takata's (TK Holdings Inc.) crash-testing facility August 19, 2010 in Auburn Hills, Michigan. (credit: Bill Pugliano/Getty Images)

Toyota, Honda, Nissan Announce Air Bag Recall

Toyota, Honda and Nissan are recalling more than 3 million vehicles globally for an identical problem with air bags on the passenger side whose inflator may burst, sending plastic pieces flying.

2013/04/11

Louisiana Company Recalls Deli Meat

A Louisiana meat-packing company has recalled 20,166 pounds of potentially bacteria-tainted cooked roast beef deli meat.

2013/04/11

JC Penney Customers Want New CEO To Bring Back Coupons & Promotions

For years, coupons and promotions kept Elsa Miranda coming back to JCPenney’s—today, it was curiosity.

CBS 11–2013/04/09

Tax Preparation Business Accused Of Fraud

John Sanders nearly lost his home, after a problem with his tax refund check.

CBS 11–2013/04/08

Find Flattering Fitness Gear On A Budget

Want to look good while working out? It can be hard to find flattering exercise clothes, but stylist Holly Quartaro shows how to get the best bang for your buck.

2013/04/08

I-Team: Customers Accuse Credit Alliance Group Of Stealing Thousands

Chris Green says he tired of listening to the phone ring and ring. He’s been trying to reach someone at Credit Alliance Group of Dallas for months.

2013/04/04

In this photo illustration, a man refuels his car. (credit: Miguel Villagran/Getty Images)

Gas Prices Down 2 Cents Across Texas

AAA Texas on Thursday reported that the average price per gallon settled at $3.51. That compares to the national average of $3.64 per gallon, which held steady this week.

2013/04/04

North Texas Road Construction Slowing Package, Mail Delivery

The letter you mailed or package you’re expecting could very well be delayed by the same highway construction that’s slowing you down.

2013/04/03

CBS 11 Steals & Deals: April 3

CBS 11 viewers save big bucks with Steals & Deals. Three deals, featuring discounts valid throughout the week, are ready for you!

CBSDFW.COM–2013/04/03

Airline Introduces Pay-By-Weight Ticket Pricing

A tiny Samoa airline is giving passengers a big reason to lose weight: Tickets sold not by the seat, but by the kilogram. Samoa Air plans to start pricing its first international flights based on the weight of passengers and their bags.

2013/04/03

Attendees take their photo in front of a sign as they arrive at the 2013 International CES at the Las Vegas Convention Center on January 8, 2013 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (credit: Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)

CES 2013 Products

Natural foods are different from organic foods. Only products inspected and certified by the USDA can have a label that says 'organic.' Natural foods can't contain any additives, such as preservatives or artificial coloring.

Organic Foods: Worth The Cost?

Organic foods will typically cost you more at the supermarket, but are seen as a healthier option. Get the facts on organic foods. Are they worth the added cost?

The nation's second-largest pistachio processor issued a nationwide recall of pistachios in March 2009 after Kraft Foods told U.S. regulators of its link to tainted trail mix. (Photo by The Associated Press)

Scary Food: 10 Nasty Recalls

Think before you eat. More specifically, think about not eating these foods, all of which have been through a scary recall and could send you to the emergency room.

Retailers receive a lot of hate from consumers for deceptive practices, defective merchandise and problems with store deals.

Top 10 Consumer Complaints

From harassing phone calls to lemon cars, consumers have a lot of complaints. A recent survey data looked at the top 10 consumer complaints.

The Coolest Apple Stores

Apple is known for its hip style in electronics, and that same trend carries over into its retail stores. Look at some of the coolest Apple Stores around the world.

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