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There's a real good reason why we keep getting scammers sending emails or calling our phones. They don't need many victims in order to make a lot of money So far this year, those scammers have ripped off more than 10 million dollars from Texans. How do you avoid them? On Ask The Expert, we're joined by Cosme Ojeda II from the Better Business Bureau.

Hertz Car Rental And Amazon could soon be selling cars together. Dallas might be one of the first cities they will bring the services to. On today's Ask the Expert, we are joined by Jerry Reynolds, the Car Pro to talk about whether or not this is a game changer in car buying?

On Ask the Expert, we're talking about heart health and the latest blood pressure guidelines that could affect millions of Americans. Joining us is Dr. Sukesh Burjonroppa, a Cardiologist at Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Fort Worth and a member of Texas Health Physicians Group. He’s here to break down what these new recommendations mean, why the guidelines have changed, and what we can all...

You have probably seen this email coming in, if you're an AT&T customer. You could get a piece of a massive lawsuit involving hackers getting into the AT&T systems in the last year. The emails say you can get up to $7,500.00 dollars, but who really could see that kind of money? On Ask The Expert, we bring in the High Tech Texan Michael Garfield.

The latest edition of the Farmers' Almanac recently released its winter weather forecast for 2025-2026 with the tagline "Chill, Snow, Repeat," adding it will be "a season of dramatic swings and widespread wintry weather" overall for the U.S. On Ask the Expert, we're joined by Sandi Duncan with the Farmer's Almanac. She is the Farmers’ Almanac’s 8th editor and first woman to hold the title.

One of the biggest changes for the school year this year deals with technology that just about every kid has. Schools have to set up plans to make sure that no students have their phones on during any class time. But, each school district has to come up with its own plan to enforce the new policy. On Ask The Expert, we're joined by Dr. Sarah Flournoy at the Brackett & Ellis Law in Fort Worth. We a...

It's back to school this week throughout the state. It's also the time of year when parents are dropping more than a little money on back to school shopping. There's something more than just clothes and school supplies. A lot of parents have to spend on new technology for their students. On Ask The Expert, we are joined by The High Tech Texan Michael Garfield.

With kids and teens back in school, there’s fresh concern over how much time they’re spending in front of screens — and it’s not just about attention spans or grades. A new study published in JAMA suggests that children and young adults who spend excessive hours on electronic devices may face a greater risk for serious health problems down the line, including high blood pressure, high cholesterol,...

As North Texas families shift into back-to-school mode, the spotlight is usually on the kids—but what about the parents? Between jam-packed schedules, safety concerns, and pressure to keep everything running smoothly, it’s no wonder this time of year can be just as stressful for adults. On Ask the Expert, Dr. Olivia Hopkins, joined us on the KRLD. She is a licensed clinical social worker and the D...

Every year at this time, the Dallas Mayor's office holds the annual Back to School Fair at Fair Park on Friday August 1st from 8 until 2. The mayor teams up with the Dallas School District and the Junior League of Dallas to pass out school supplies for students in K through 12. There are lots of other experiences, like haircuts and vaccinations available as well. On Ask The Expert, we're joined by...

With the Texas Senate back in special session... there has been a lot of discussion about THC-- but there is something else that is starting raise concern about how it's being used. It's called Kratom and it too, is actively being discussed for possible regulation or ban by the Texas State Legislature this year. The key bill is Senate Bill 1868. This bill proposes to add kratom and its active comp...

All public school districts have to come up with plans to make sure that kids aren't distracted by their phones in class this year. That new law goes into effect on September 1st. Cutting kids off cold turkey might seem extreme, and how will those new rules affect them? On Ask The Expert, Dr. Ken Jones, a psychologist as well as a clinical officer of behavioral health from Texas Health Resources j...

Gastrointestinal cancers are now the fastest-growing type of cancer among adults under 50 in the U.S., with colorectal cancer leading the trend. While researchers are still trying to fully understand why this is happening, experts say many of the risk factors are preventable. Meridan Zerner, a registered dietitian with the Cooper Clinic in Dallas, joined KRLD to break down the lifestyle habits tha...

The man who admitted he murdered four University of Idaho students - had to sit there - and listen as family members of the victims told him what they think of him in court today - before he officially got his sentence as part of a plea deal. The judge sentenced him to life without parole. On today's Ask the Expert, NewsNation's Jennifer Coffindaffer has been following all of today's developments...

Collin County is poised for a major breakout when it comes to the economy over the next 25 years. The predictions say that Collin County will make up 10 percent of the GDP for the entire state of Texas by 2050. It'll have 7 percent of the number of people working, and 6 percent of the population. The biggest city in Collin County is Plano, and on Ask The Expert, the mayor for the city of Plano Joh...

We always hear how the Texas economy would be in the top 10 biggest economies in the world on its own. But, one county in north Texas is going to lead the way in the future. Researchers at Prestige Economics predict that Collin County will have a GDP that's larger than entire states in this country within the next 25 years. Collin County alone will make up 10 percent of the total GDP for the state...

With mortgage rates still hovering near 7% and rent prices cooling in some Dallas neighborhoods, many first-time homebuyers are asking: is it smarter to rent or buy right now? On Ask the Expert, Cliff Freeman with The Cliff Freeman Group joined KRLD to share the latest home market trends.

It’s been a soggy summer across North Texas, with record rainfall drenching our streets and filling up our lakes—while other parts of the country, including Louisiana, brace for more. What’s behind all this water --and is it a sign of bigger weather shifts ahead? On Ask the Expert, NBC 5’s Chief Meteorologist Rick Mitchell joined KRLD to explain what it means for the rest of our summer forecast.

Truck drivers have one more requirement that they have to have if they want to operate in Texas. They have to be able to speak English. This comes after the President put out an executive order at the end of last month. On Ask The Expert, John Esparza, President and CEO of the Texas Trucking Association joined KRLD.

Whenever tragedy strikes in Texas, Texans want to rush in to help in whatever way we can. That showed out again with the floods in central Texas. The searches are still going on and people want to know how and what they can do. But, that also leads to scammers trying to take advantage and separate you from your generosity. How do we avoid those and make sure we're dealing with legit sources? On As...

This past weekend’s devastating flooding in the Texas Hill Country has left families across the state grieving, recovering, and trying to make sense of the tragedy... and While adults may struggle with the emotional weight of these events, it can be especially difficult for children to process. On Ask the Expert, Dr. Katherine Magnuson, a pediatric psychologist with Children’s Health, joined KRLD...

Every year in the United States, thousands of animals are injured or lost due to fireworks displays, particularly around the July 4th holiday. Maura Davies joined KRLD. She is with the SPCA of Texas.

The Fourth of July can be challenging for some of our neighbors, specifically for veterans who might have PTSD. Many veterans report feeling blindsided by unexpected fireworks, which can shatter their sense of safety and control. Some veterans even seek out remote locations to avoid the holiday, but may still encounter fireworks. On Ask the Expert, Dr. LaKeita Carter joined us. She is a licensed p...

We are smack dab in the middle of summer-- and for anyone who has lived here a long time- you know this is really when the REAL heat starts to kick in. On Ask the Expert, Dr. Troy Smurawa, joins us. He is a Sport Medicine Physician at Children’s Health Andrews Institute to discuss heat exhaustion/illness.

Starting Tuesday, there's a major change in what happens when you buy a new or used car. It used to be that you'd get those paper temporary tags to put on the car until you get your official license plates from the state. Those are going away for good. On Ask The Expert, we're joined by The Car Pro Jerry Reynolds to explain why.