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The ‘Nyquil chicken’ social media challenge isn’t just gross – it’s dangerous

The FDA is warning against a social media challenge dubbed “sleepy chicken” where people cook chicken in NyQuil and other cough and cold medicines.
6 ways to spot a mobile payment app scam

More Americans are using mobile payment apps, like Zelle and Venmo, to send money — and scammers are taking notice. Here’s how to avoid a mobile payment app scam.

No, an 'invasion of crocodiles' at a beach did not leave the 'local population panicking'

A viral video purports to show hundreds or thousands of crocodiles gathered at a beach. But they’re actually Pantanal caimans in a remote area behaving normally.
No, gas prices don’t always go down before elections

Some have speculated gas prices tend to drop before big elections like the upcoming midterms, but historical data doesn’t support that claim.
Yes, the IRS is forgiving some late-filing fees because of the pandemic

To qualify for penalty relief you must file your 2019 and 2020 tax returns by Sept. 30, 2022. Taxpayers who’ve already paid penalties will automatically get refunds.

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CBS19 WEATHER: Front scheduled for Sunday, bringing cooler weather

Trailer of semi breaks in half, blocks portion of Old Jacksonville Hwy. in Tyler

CBS19 WEATHER: Front scheduled for Sunday, bringing cooler weather

Saturday night forecast: September 24, 2022

VERIFY

The ‘Nyquil chicken’ social media challenge isn’t just gross – it’s dangerous

6 ways to spot a mobile payment app scam

No, an 'invasion of crocodiles' at a beach did not leave the 'local population panicking'

No, gas prices don’t always go down before elections

Yes, the IRS is forgiving some late-filing fees because of the pandemic

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Yes, the tax deadline for people who filed extensions is coming in October

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