Hank Investigates: Archived Reports - Page 3 of 16

  • Steep ambulance fees

    Steep ambulance fees

    One short ambulance ride--one BIG bill! You won’t believe how much it can cost when doctors order an ambulance for you! Our Hank Phillippi Ryan found some patients don't discover that... until their finances are in critical condition. How can it happen? Hank investigates.

    Posted on 01/13/12
  • Social security mistakes

    Social security mistakes

    You know you’re alive. So why’s the government say you're dead? How a social security mistake is killing off thousands of people in Massachusetts! It’s a real life nightmare and you could be the next victim! Hank investigates.

    Posted on 01/06/12
  • Prisoners on buses

    Prisoners on buses

    Now a story you’ll see on just one station! Prisoners currently serving time for federal crimes-could be sitting right next to on the bus as you head home for the holidays! Or any other day you hit the road! You may think prisoners travel cross-country on heavily guarded planes, like the movie "Con Air" But Hank found the shocking reality there's no guards at all on: Con *Bus!* Hank investigates.

    Posted on 11/29/11
  • Free MBTA ferry rides

    Free MBTA ferry rides

    Free rides on the MBTA ferry!

    Posted on 11/18/11
  • Play yard dangers

    Play yard dangers

    A product most parents rely on every day, a product that’s supposed to protect their kids, may actually be putting their little ones in danger! But there IS a way you can check right now and protect your child from tragedy. Hank Phillippi Ryan investigates.

    Posted on 11/15/11
  • Corn maze safety

    Corn maze safety

    This is the time of year corn mazes start popping up all over Massachusetts. Sure that frantic 911 call from a family lost in the Danvers corn maze made national news -- but what would you do if there’s a real emergency? Could you get out? Hank Phillippi Ryan went undercover to find out just how safe they really are.

    Posted on 10/27/11
  • Money Monday: Car Refinancing

    Money Monday: Car Refinancing

    If you want to save big on your monthly bills, take a look in your garage. Lowering the interest rate on your car loan could help your pocketbook. On tonight's “Money Monday,” Hank Phillippi Ryan says it's all about re-financing.

    Posted on 09/27/11
  • Unsafe Vans

    Unsafe Vans

    You've probably ridden in one. They're shuttle vans for hire. They pick up passengers at the airport, take church groups on outings, and students on field trips. They can be a low-cost way to travel in groups. But Hank found what you save in money you may be giving up on safety. Hank Investigates.

    Posted on 09/26/11
  • State Welfare Money

    State Welfare Money

    It’s money that’s supposed to be used by Massachusetts residents only! But Hank found millions of state welfare dollars being spent OUT of state in places like California, Texas, even the Virgin Islands! How is this happening? Hank Investigates.

    Posted on 09/21/11
  • Fire sprinkler systems

    Fire sprinkler systems

    Sprinkler systems can mean the difference between life and death in a fire. But Hank Phillippi Ryan uncovered something you've got to see: The very systems that can save you, could actually make a fire worse, even deadly. And there's something you can do about ! Hank Investigates.

    Posted on 09/20/11
  • Button Batteries

    Button Batteries

    There may be one in your TV remote, in your watch, in your calculator and in your children’s toys. Those flat little “button batteries” are convenient, powerful and hank found they’re also deadly. What they can do your child is devastating---hank investigates.

    Posted on 08/17/11
  • Money Monday: Bargain hunters

    Money Monday: Bargain hunters

    BOSTON -- Good news for bargain hunters! Sure, it seems like lots of prices are high-but listen to this: We found some great stuff that's never been cheaper! Why is now the time to buy? Super-shopper Hank Phillippi Ryan tells all on Money Monday.

    Posted on 07/25/11
  • Suspicious Mortgage Signatures

    Suspicious Mortgage Signatures

    Mortgage fraud uncovered at a local registry of deeds is now *more massive than officials ever predicted*... they've discovered tens of thousands of forged signatures ! That could now save even more Massachusetts homeowners from foreclosure--but until Hank told them--those worried homeowners didn't even know it.

    Posted on 07/19/11
  • Money Monday - New to You

    Money Monday - New to You

    It’s always fun to buy something new, but here’s the scoop: a lot of times you can buy used! Not only will you save a ton, you don't have to give up quality.

    Posted on 07/18/11
  • DCR Pools

    DCR Pools

    Sweeping changes underway at state-run swimming pools, all a result of our investigation into their deplorable conditions and years of neglect. After Hank started asking questions and demanding answers about the dirty pools. Massachusetts state officials answered with money and action. Hank Investigates.

    Posted on 07/06/11
  • Mortgage Documents

    Mortgage Documents

    Tonight -- an exclusive investigation -- if you've ever bought or sold a home...you need to hear this. Hank found a signature buried deep in your mortgage documents could be a ticking time bomb for thousands of Massachusetts homeowners. For those in foreclosure: it could be a lifesaver. It's a shocking, amazing, unbelievable story. Hank Investigates.

    Posted on 05/25/11
  • Radon in Schools

    Radon in Schools

    Now a story you'll see only on 7: What if there is a health threat in your child's school and officials refusing to test for it? What Hank found will make every parent angry!!!

    Posted on 05/11/11
  • Chicken Sell By Date

    Chicken Sell By Date

    Tonight an exclusive undercover investigation reveals a shocking secret Hank’s uncovered in some grocery stores. You rely on the dating labels to make sure food is fresh, but we found some grocery stores misleading you and that could make you sick. Hank Investigates.

    Posted on 04/11/11
  • Beverly gambling

    Beverly gambling

    A man in Beverly was arrested for a card game at his home. Police say it was an illegal operation - the suspect says it was just a group of friends playing poker. 7's Hank Phillippi Ryan has the story.

    Posted on 03/18/11
  • Veterans Disability Delays

    Veterans Disability Delays

    They risked their lives to keep us safe—fighting in Iraq, and Afghanistan and the gulf war. Now, back at home—they’re waging a battle with Uncle Sam. Our Hank Phillippi Ryan’s discovered war veterans forced to wait for benefits the government promised! And you won’t believe how long they’re waiting. Why are they our forgotten heroes? Hank Investigates.

    Posted on 03/14/11

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