Cathy Tatom

Tulsa

Specialty Producer at KJRH-TV (Tulsa, OK)

Special Projects Producer

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How to create a personal emergency fund

1 week ago | kjrh.com | Cathy Tatom

TULSA, Okla. — Whether its rising prices — job uncertainty — or unexpected medical bills — financial curve balls can at suddenly pop up at any time. Setting up an emergency fund can make all the difference. Consumer Reports says building that safety net might be easier—and more important—than you think. You probably have Band-Aids in your medicine cabinet and jumper cables in your car to cope with life little emergencies, but do you have a financial emergency kit?
How Consumer Reports determines the effectiveness of sunscreens

1 week ago | kjrh.com | Cathy Tatom

TULSA, Okla. — Sunscreen is essential whether you're headed to the beach or working in your garden. Consumer Reports just released its exclusive annual sunscreen ratings, putting more than 100 products to the test, and revealing surprising gaps in how they protect you from the sun’s cancer-causing rays. CR found major performance differences among sunscreens—even from the same brand. And in some cases, in CR’s tests, the protection offered didn’t match the SPF listed on the label.
Real ID scams heat up as deadline approaches

2 weeks ago | kjrh.com | Cathy Tatom

SAPULPA, Okla. — After nearly two decades, the nation's Real ID goes into effect on May 7. The law is a response to the 9/11 hijackings and aimed at making sure the TSA can identify each passenger on commercial planes. Once the law takes effect, passengers will need to present a driver's license or other state issued ID marked with the Real ID or a passport to board a plane for domestic flights. Those without could be subject to additional time-consuming TSA screening processes.
Does it makes more sense to buy a home or rent?

2 weeks ago | kjrh.com | Cathy Tatom

BROKEN ARROW, Okla. — Spring time is prime home-buying season. But this year, many people are taking a step back to weigh whether it makes more sense to buy or rent in the short term. Figuring it out can be tricky. You need to factor in more than just your monthly rent or mortgage payment. A home can be your biggest investment, with equity growing over time. You need to account for maintenance, repairs, insurance, and taxes, in addition to the mortgage.
New house builds surging in Tulsa metro

2 weeks ago | kjrh.com | Cathy Tatom

OWASSO, Okla. — Across the country, housing starts are sluggish, but not in the Greater Tulsa Metro. Here housing starts are surging as the spring home-buying season gets underway. "It's been a really good year," said Brian Rose with the Home Builders Association of Greater Tulsa. "Just in March alone, we're up about 18%, and year-over-year — 36 percent.
Cryptocurrency scams causing billions in losses

2 weeks ago | kjrh.com | Cathy Tatom

TULSA, Okla. — Cryptocurrency scams caused losses totaling over $9 billion in 2024. This marks a significant increase from just over $5 billion in losses reported the previous year, according to theFBI’s Internet Crime Report for 2024. Shari Jacobs shared her experience to show how scammer trick their targets. She was excited when a supposed crypto investment opportunity contacted her via Instagram. She initially felt she was making a smart investment.
DEEP FAKE: How to spot, avoid AI cloning scams

2 weeks ago | kjrh.com | Cathy Tatom

TULSA, Okla. — Imagine getting a call from a loved one terrified, desperate, begging for help. But what if that voice wasn't real? Scammers now use powerful AI voice-cloning apps to steal voices or mimic someone you trust to pull off convincing scams. Consumer Reports investigates the rise of deepfakes, revealing how these high-tech scams work and what you can do right now to protect yourself and your family. Deepfake technology is becoming more convincing every day.
Strategies to save money when prices are rising

3 weeks ago | kjrh.com | Cathy Tatom

TULSA, Okla. — With uncertainty about prices, your wallet could be feeling a pinch. Whether it is the grocery store or the gas pump, Ivan Cajina told Consumer Reports his family feels the squeeze of price hikes, so they're making changes. "Now we cook at home every single day," said Cajina, "We can no longer go out, you know, go out for dinner."The Cajinas are not alone. As food prices go up and even electricity is more expensive, families need to find ways to make the most of each dollar.
How to avoid pothole damage to your car

3 weeks ago | kjrh.com | Cathy Tatom

TULSA, Okla. — Potholes can be a lot more than just a jarring, bumpy annoyance! They can wreak havoc on your car and drain your wallet. Repairing pothole damage hits car budgets hard. Consumer Reports breaks down the impact and provides tips to protect your wallet. A direct pothole hit at speed can ruin a tire, requiring an immediate tire change and likely replacement. Ideally, you’ll see them coming, but sometimes, you can't avoid a pothole until it’s too late.
Is your new car selling your driving data?

3 weeks ago | kjrh.com | Cathy Tatom

TULSA, Okla. — If you bought a brand new car within the past five years, you may be sharing more than just the road. A new investigation by Consumer Reports reveals that automakers could be tracking and selling your driving data without your awareness. CR reports that nearly every major automaker in the U.S. collects what’s known as “driver behavior data,” which includes information such as how hard you brake and how fast you accelerate.