Browse and search the latest issues of Consumer Reports magazine. Through the Library's subscription you can access full text pdf files of articles and ratings reports.

With tax season upon us, protect your refund from identity theft with these tips from the FTC and the IRS.

You can check out a business or company with the Better Business Bureau serving Minnesota and North Dakota.

Consumers’ CHECKBOOK evaluates the quality and prices of local service firms and stores, such as auto repair shops, plumbers, dentists, banks, and insurance companies. Includes articles with buying advice. Available only on library workstations.

Here's what you should know about the National Do Not Call Registry.

With the rise of online shopping and e-filing, the Office of the Minnesota Attorney General has a wealth of information on protecting yourself from identity theft, avoiding scams and unwanted offers, as well as what to do if you fall victim to cyber predators.

Find current recalls on everything from vehicles and boats to food, cosmetics and medicine at Recalls.gov

In a special October issue, Consumer Reports rates 552 clinics across Minnesota, on the quality of care for diabetes and cardiovascular disease. The report is based on data collected by Minnesota Community Measurement, a non-profit that works with the medical community to improve health care and reduce cost.

Want to know what other consumers have to say about a product?
Find out at Viewpoints.com.

Cars, credit and shoddy construction once again topped the list of complaints made to state and local consumer protection agencies, according to a survey by the Consumer Federation of America.

at least for now. Check out TwinCitiesGasPrices for the best deals where you live or work.

Pulitzer Prize-winner Edward Humes follows the trash in his new book Garbology. He recently joined MPR's The Daily Circuit, exhorting followers to Reduce, Re-use, and Recycle.

Let CardRatings.com help you choose the best credit card for you.

In a recent report the Federal Trade Commission called for greater regulation of the personal data companies compile on millions of consumers. The FTC also asked for a provision that would allow people access to the information collected on them.

Once every 12 months, you can get a FREE credit report from each of the three major nationwide credit bureaus: Equifax, Experian and TransUnion.  Go to AnnualCreditReport.com

The Federal Citizen Information Center, recently published its 2011 edition of the Consumer Action Handbook and launched a new website (publications.usa.gov) offering free versions of this and other guidebooks. Download or order publications on subjects ranging from 'frog protection for homeowners' to 'online penny auctions.'

Don't buy a second-rate product just because it costs less. Cheapism.com tells you which lower-priced items are worth buying.