Ever heard of the "The Shrimper," "Jupiter Jack" or "Turbo Snake"? If you have, then chances are you may have watched an infomercial or two in your day. All day Monday, KATU's Problem Solvers team ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. The artform known as the infomercial has been around almost as long as TV itself — the first one aired in 1949, for the Vitamix blender. If ...

PORTLAND, Ore. — A Portland inventor is suing for patent infringement, claiming the companies behind the recognizable “As Seen On TV” products knocked off her idea. “It’s like somebody stealing your ...

BIG SHOW TODAY! There's a new text scam Jeff will tell you about. Don't fall for it! Ticketmaster is making changes after that Taylor Swift debacle. This will impact how you buy concert tickets.

Buyer beware or buyer be-wowed? That commercial for [insert name of seemingly amazing product you never knew you needed, but now cannot fathom living without, here] is on again, and this time you’re ...