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  • Friday, February 17 2012 5:39 PM EST2012-02-17 22:39:03 GMT
    On chilly Winter days the last thing you want is that cold air sneaking into your house underneath a drafty door or window. But now the 'Twin Draft Guard' is suppose to fix that problem for you by quickly and easily sealing the bottoms of your windows and doors. This week we're going to 'Try It Before You Buy It.'

  • Wednesday, February 15 2012 9:42 AM EST2012-02-15 14:42:55 GMT
    Big swings in temperatures are wreaking havoc on our roads. There are so many potholes out there right now state maintenance crews can't keep up. When one of those potholes did major damage to the car of a Kentuckiana driver she asked the WAVE 3 Troubleshooter Department to find out if local government will pay the repair bill.
  • The crowd at Madison Square Garden grew louder with every tiny step Malachy took, and he sure took a lot of them just to get halfway around the dog show ring.
  • By The Associated Press The following recall has been announced:
  • Saturday, February 11 2012 6:21 AM EST2012-02-11 11:21:02 GMT
    An easy Valentine's Day dessert from the chef at the Blue Horse Cafe at Crowne Plaza.
  • Search the dates and results of the 2012 primary season on an interactive map.
    Search the dates and results of the 2012 primary season on an interactive map.
  • Wednesday, February 1 2012 1:55 PM EST2012-02-01 18:55:15 GMT
    Now more than ever schools are looking for plagiarism.  But there are free web sites to help check your work.
  • Tuesday, January 31 2012 5:05 PM EST2012-01-31 22:05:40 GMT
    Identity theft has been making headlines for quite sometime now. Thieves sometimes find very unique ways to steal your personal information, and sometimes we do a lot to help them without even knowing it.
  • Friday, January 20 2012 5:30 AM EST2012-01-20 10:30:38 GMT
    Most people use a standard oven mitt or 'pot holder' when it comes to getting something hot out of the oven or off our stovetop. But now there's a brand new product on the market that claims to be much better than your standard, everyday oven mitt. The 'Ove Glove' touts that it can withstand temperatures of up to 540 degrees all without allowing the person wearing it to get burned.
  • Wednesday, January 11 2012 5:00 AM EST2012-01-11 10:00:58 GMT
    Consumer Reports asked its Facebook fans which kitchen gadgets they rely on and then the list was narrowed down and testers check them out. The list of essentials included can openers, graters garlic presses, and peelers.
  • Tuesday, January 10 2012 7:14 AM EST2012-01-10 12:14:28 GMT
    Right now, you can resist it, but love it or hate it, all of Facebook's 800 million users will soon have to deal with Timeline. WAVE 3 is working for you with some tips to help you embrace -- and maybe even enjoy -- the new format that's slowly spreading to your friends' pages.
  • Tuesday, January 10 2012 4:13 AM EST2012-01-10 09:13:21 GMT
    The Hocking County Sheriff's Office says a Kentucky man shot and killed his wife's two sisters and his son before turning the gun on himself.
  • Monday, January 9 2012 8:27 AM EST2012-01-09 13:27:44 GMT
    Most of us don't like clutter...there's nothing peaceful about a big pile of stuff that needs to be sorted through.   But on this Money Back Monday did you know your clutter may be costing you money, too!
  • Monday, January 9 2012 5:02 AM EST2012-01-09 10:02:37 GMT
    Novartis is recalling some bottles of Excedrin, NoDoz, Bufferin and Gas-X Sunday over concerns that the bottles could contain stray pills from other medicines, or chipped or broken tablets.
  • Monday, November 28 2011 5:00 AM EST2011-11-28 10:00:50 GMT
    It's tempting to give gifts cards. But there's a downside—up to 19 percent of those gift cards will never be redeemed. Consumer Reports says if you decide to give gift cards, pick your cards carefully.
  • Wednesday, November 23 2011 4:42 PM EST2011-11-23 21:42:32 GMT
    LMPD is investigating the death of infant, after officers shut down Broadway for 40 blocks late Tuesday night to rush the baby to the hospital.
  • Monday, November 21 2011 11:39 AM EST2011-11-21 16:39:49 GMT
    A 15-year-old boy goes to court Monday morning to answer to charges he murdered his stepbrother.
  • Monday, November 21 2011 5:00 AM EST2011-11-21 10:00:53 GMT
    Electronics are expected to be some of the hottest gifts this holiday season. But do you know how to score a bargain?
  • Friday, November 18 2011 4:00 AM EST2011-11-18 09:00:56 GMT
    Syracuse University has placed longtime assistant basketball coach Bernie Fine on administrative leave "in light of the new allegations and the Syracuse City Police investigation."
  • Thursday, November 17 2011 5:01 AM EST2011-11-17 10:01:05 GMT
    Apps to help you streamline the planning process for all your holiday events.
  • Wednesday, November 16 2011 5:00 AM EST2011-11-16 10:00:50 GMT
    Chocolate chip cookies can be a great lunchbox treat or after-school snack. And if you don't have time to bake them yourself, there's no shortage of ready-made chocolate chip cookies. So which are the best?
  • Tuesday, November 15 2011 5:00 AM EST2011-11-15 10:00:51 GMT
    Years ago, students had to rely on brochures and folders for information about schools.  But the Internet changed all that, and now smartphones are changing it even further, enabling virtual college visits.
  • Monday, November 14 2011 5:00 AM EST2011-11-14 10:00:51 GMT
    Stephanie Nelson is founder of couponmon.com, and she says there are ways to avoid paying retail for things you use every day, and even special items.
  • Thursday, November 10 2011 5:00 AM EST2011-11-10 10:00:52 GMT
    Two coupon savvy women put some popular apps to the test to find out which ones are worth the download and which ones to avoid.
  • The White House is delaying a plan to add a new 15-cent fee to Christmas trees that conservative critics have dubbed the "Christmas Tree Tax."
  • Wednesday, November 9 2011 5:00 AM EST2011-11-09 10:00:53 GMT
    No doubt you've seen the star-studded ads for Proactiv. Justin Bieber is not the only young celebrity pushing the product. Avril Lavigne, Julianne Hough, and Katy Perry all are singing its praises.  Consumer Reports puts it to the test to see if it works as well as less expensive brands.
  • Tuesday, November 8 2011 10:02 AM EST2011-11-08 15:02:22 GMT
    The 'Sodastream' soda and sparkling water maker promises to be "the smarter way to do soda" by turning regular tap water into fresh sparkling water or your favorite soft drink, the healthy and eco friendly way. But does it really work?
  • Tuesday, November 8 2011 5:01 AM EST2011-11-08 10:01:00 GMT
    The way we listen to music is changing once again. Forget downloads, now more and more people are streaming their favorite songs.
  • Monday, November 7 2011 5:47 AM EST2011-11-07 10:47:09 GMT
    Just in the last year grocery prices went up 6% according to government statistics.  But shopping at the grocery store may not be the best place to get all you need at the lowest price.
  • Friday, November 4 2011 9:28 PM EDT2011-11-05 01:28:00 GMT

    The Louisville Zoo is teaming up with Dare to Care Food Bank, offering half price admission if you donate one canned good per person starting today.

  • Friday, November 4 2011 2:44 AM EDT2011-11-04 06:44:19 GMT
    New apps for your smartphone can help you connect with the old school way of keeping in touch, and making business contacts.  There are even apps to let you make, send and receive your own greeting cards.
  • Friday, November 4 2011 2:34 AM EDT2011-11-04 06:34:08 GMT
    Three Large distribution centers in Shepherdsville looking for seasonal employees right now for work through the holidays.
  • Wednesday, November 2 2011 6:30 AM EDT2011-11-02 10:30:56 GMT
    Americans buy nearly 3 billion batteries a year. AA batteries are the most widely sold. Consumer Reports tested a dozen, including some from Energizer, Duracell, and Rayovac, as well as store brands.
  • Tuesday, November 1 2011 8:34 AM EDT2011-11-01 12:34:09 GMT
    The latest, greatest smartphones can be tempting, but what's hot isn't necessarily what's best for you.  Answering some questions now can avoid big bills later.

TRY IT BEFORE YOU BUY IT

Turbo Snake Video included

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Chris McGill finds out whether the Turbo Snake can really save you a call to the plumber.

Windshield Wonder Video included

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Chris McGill finds out whether the Windshield Wonder lives up to its name.

Gyro Bowl Video included

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Chris McGill and his helpers put a so-called child-proof, spill-proof bowl to the test to find out whether it really works.

RoboStir Video included

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It claims it's a third hand in the kitchen that can automatically stir while you cook, but does it work? Chris McGill puts RoboStir to the test.

Eggies Video included

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Chris McGill tests a product that promises to make hard-boiled eggs the shell-free, mess-free way.