You're in a panic. You're locked out of your car or your house. You're not going to do a lot of shopping around. Problem Solver Rob Wolchek says one company makes sure they're always first on the phone.More>>
Wednesday, May 15 2013 5:46 PM EDT2013-05-15 21:46:32 GMT
Is it really that easy? You get someone's Social Security number and use it to get credit to buy things? Ask a woman in Southfield and she'll say "yes."
Is it really that easy? You get someone's Social Security number and use it to get credit to buy things? Ask a woman in Southfield and she'll say "yes."
Wednesday, May 8 2013 11:16 PM EDT2013-05-09 03:16:35 GMT
When it comes to garden hoses, the Pocket Hose is a real lightweight. Yet the makers claim it packs the same power as a full-size, heavy-duty rubber hose. We put it to a full-size, heavy-duty Fame or Shame test.
When it comes to garden hoses, the Pocket Hose is a real lightweight. Yet the makers claim it packs the same power as a full-size, heavy-duty rubber hose. We put it to a full-size, heavy-duty Fame or Shame test.
Monday, May 6 2013 8:40 PM EDT2013-05-07 00:40:36 GMT
Rob Wolchek first exposed Michael Winans, Junior for running a Ponzi scheme back in 2008. Now Winans is trying to get out of his 13 year prison sentence and taking donations for his legal defense fund.
A member of the famous Winans family convicted of wire fraud says "he's not a monster." Rob Wolchek first exposed Michael Winans, Junior for running a Ponzi scheme back in 2008. Now Winans is trying to get out of his 13 year prison sentence and taking donations for his legal defense fund.
Thursday, April 25 2013 10:58 PM EDT2013-04-26 02:58:44 GMT
A basketball tournament is a big deal. The kids on the teams practice. The parents change their schedules. The coaches get ready for a long weekend. Then they find out at the last minute the tournament is called off.
A basketball tournament is a big deal. The kids on the teams practice. The parents change their schedules. The coaches get ready for a long weekend. Then they find out at the last minute the tournament is called off.
Friday, April 19 2013 12:11 AM EDT2013-04-19 04:11:37 GMT
Some high school students are familiar with the "Halllllllllll of Shame' guy Rob Wolchek, but would they recognize a 'bait and switch' scam? Wolchek works to make some students wise to con artists.
Some high school students are familiar with the "Halllllllllll of Shame' guy Rob Wolchek, but would they recognize a 'bait and switch' scam? Wolchek works to make some students wise to con artists.
Wednesday, March 27 2013 10:36 PM EDT2013-03-28 02:36:36 GMT
There's been a change of pace in a nice neighborhood where one piece of property stood out for years. But is the spring cleaning enough to get the owner out of the Hall of Shame?
There's been a change of pace in a nice neighborhood where one piece of property stood out for years. But is the spring cleaning enough to get the owner out of the Hall of Shame?
Wednesday, March 20 2013 7:51 PM EDT2013-03-20 23:51:09 GMT
The feds bust a huge drug ring. They say it involved doctors who wrote bogus Medicare or Medicaid prescriptions for pain pills that ended up for sale by street gangs.
The feds bust a huge drug ring. They say it involved doctors who wrote bogus Medicare or Medicaid prescriptions for pain pills that ended up for sale by street gangs. The operation reached from the Motor City all the way to the southern border of Ohio and beyond.
Churchgoers throughout Detroit say they were offered an investment idea by their pastor, but what sold them was a pitch by Mike Winans, Junior. Now, star struck investors say a trusted member of a famous gospel singing...
Churchgoers throughout Detroit say they were offered an investment idea by their pastor, but what sold them was a pitch by Mike Winans, Junior. Now, star struck investors say a trusted member of a famous gospel singing...
Monday, March 4 2013 12:37 PM EST2013-03-04 17:37:11 GMT
This week, pop and gospel singer Michael Winans, Junior will be sentenced for running a multimillion dollar Ponzi scheme.
He used to hang out with big time celebrities, but soon Michael Winans, Junior will likely be hanging around with federal inmates. This week, the pop and gospel singer will be sentenced for running a multimillion dollar Ponzi scheme.
Wednesday, February 20 2013 11:12 PM EST2013-02-21 04:12:54 GMT
There is a snow plowing company that has already had 16 complaints filed for this snow season at the Better Business Bureau. The Fox 2 Problem Solvers have received complaints about this plowing company, as well.
There is a snow plowing company that has already had 16 complaints filed for this snow season at the Better Business Bureau. The Fox 2 Problem Solvers have received complaints about this plowing company, as well.
Wednesday, January 16 2013 11:07 PM EST2013-01-17 04:07:10 GMT
A music promoter told some Detroit rockers she could take them to the next level, but the members of the bands claim this promoter just took their money and took them nowhere.
A music promoter told some Detroit rockers she could take them to the next level, but the members of the bands claim this promoter just took their money and took them nowhere.
Monday, December 3 2012 11:21 PM EST2012-12-04 04:21:44 GMT
Cold calls. Visits to the homes of senior citizens. Traveling doctors and an entire office filled with telemarketers. Problem Solver Rob Wolchek says he's never seen a medical operation like this one.
Cold calls. Visits to the homes of senior citizens. Traveling doctors and an entire office filled with telemarketers. Problem Solver Rob Wolchek says he's never seen a medical operation like this one.
Wednesday, November 7 2012 11:04 PM EST2012-11-08 04:04:43 GMT
A Novi man appears to have a formula for success, the perfect customer base for his type of construction work, construction work that he starts, but doesn't finish.
A Novi man appears to have a formula for success, the perfect customer base for his type of construction work, construction work that he starts, but doesn't finish.
Wednesday, October 3 2012 8:25 PM EDT2012-10-04 00:25:21 GMT
A member of the famed Winans gospel singing family has admitted he ripped people off. Michael Winans, Junior plead guilty in federal court Wednesday to wire fraud.
A member of the famed Winans gospel singing family has admitted he ripped people off. Michael Winans, Junior plead guilty in federal court Wednesday to wire fraud.
Wednesday, August 29 2012 11:36 PM EDT2012-08-30 03:36:44 GMT
He's been a felon, a fugitive and a frequent resident of the Hall of Shame, but now Richard Gosselin has a new gig. He's a landlord.
How does a guy who was ordered to pay $1.8 million in restitution come out of jail still owning several houses? Now he wants rent from the people who were living in those houses while he was on the run from the law and locked up!
Monday, August 13 2012 11:12 PM EDT2012-08-14 03:12:35 GMT
It's a Problem Solver story that gave people the creeps -- an exposé of the refurbished mattress business. A Detroit family is now getting some help thanks to our story.
It's a Problem Solver story that gave people the creeps -- an exposé of the refurbished mattress business. A Detroit family is now getting some help thanks to our story.
Thursday, August 9 2012 10:18 PM EDT2012-08-10 02:18:14 GMT
He's accused of bilking tens of thousands of dollars from innocent people. Now he's fessing up to his crimes after Rob Wolchek put him in the Hall of Shame.
He's accused of bilking tens of thousands of dollars from innocent people. Now he's fessing up to his crimes after Rob Wolchek put him in the Hall of Shame.
Wednesday, July 25 2012 10:56 PM EDT2012-07-26 02:56:59 GMT
You've heard of rebuilt engines, refurbished Playstations and rebuilt laptop computers, but you might be spending the night on a refurbished bed!
You've heard of rebuilt engines, refurbished Playstations and rebuilt laptop computers, but you might be spending the night on a refurbished bed! There is nothing like a good night's sleep, but before you hit the pillow, you need to see this report.
Friday, July 13 2012 10:37 PM EDT2012-07-14 02:37:42 GMT
Problem Solver Rob Wolchek got results after the lead guitarist from the band Sponge got off a plane after playing a gig and his guitar was ruined. Friday night, he got to play his guitar with the band onstage.
Problem Solver Rob Wolchek got results after the lead guitarist from the band Sponge got off a plane after playing a gig and his guitar was ruined. Friday night, he got to play his guitar with the band onstage.
Monday, July 2 2012 10:40 PM EDT2012-07-03 02:40:42 GMT
You want to get your house clean, but don't feel like bringing out the bulky old Hoover. Now there's a new vacuum that claims to put the power of an upright into the palm of your hands. Rob Wolchek puts it to the test.
You want to get your house clean, but don't feel like bringing out the bulky old Hoover. Now there's a new vacuum that claims to put the power of an upright into the palm of your hands. Rob Wolchek puts it to the Fame or Shame test.
Tuesday, June 19 2012 10:42 PM EDT2012-06-20 02:42:35 GMT
Problem Solver Rob Wolchek exposed him as a greedy schemer who was in a lot of financial trouble. Now, he's in legal trouble, too.
New charges for the boy wonder of the investment world, a young man who made a fortune dealing in houses and cars. But Problem Solver Rob Wolchek exposed him as a greedy schemer who was in a lot of financial trouble. Now, he's in legal trouble, too.
Tuesday, June 19 2012 6:09 AM EDT2012-06-19 10:09:31 GMT
Hundreds of Detroiters were driving without auto insurance last summer and they didn't even know it, that is until Problem Solver Rob Wolchek busted a bad insurance scheme.
Hundreds of Detroiters were driving without auto insurance last summer and they didn't even know it, that is until Problem Solver Rob Wolchek busted a bad insurance scheme.
Wednesday, June 6 2012 11:27 PM EDT2012-06-07 03:27:08 GMT
A woman was trying to sell her piano on consignment, but it disappeared and the new owners of the consignment shop say they don't know what happened to it. She's not the only on missing something.
A woman was trying to sell her piano on consignment, but it disappeared and the new owners of the consignment shop say they don't know what happened to it. She's not the only on missing something.
Thursday, May 31 2012 1:16 PM EDT2012-05-31 17:16:51 GMT
He hooks you by saying he's a builder who can fix up your investment property for a good price. But some of his customers say he's no builder! It's just a ruse to get into your house and then into your pocketbook.
He hooks you by saying he's a builder who can fix up your investment property for a good price. But some of his customers say he's no builder! It's just a ruse to get into your house and then into your pocketbook.
They look like an average, small-town couple, but they're charged with big time crimes like racketeering. They're also still on the run from the law. In this video report, Problem Solver Rob Wolchek has the latest on the...
They look like an average, small-town couple, but they're charged with big time crimes like racketeering. They're also still on the run from the law. In this video report, Problem Solver Rob Wolchek has the latest on the...
There are new developments in a deadly shooting in Royal Oak. We now have the name of the victim, and it's a familiar name for FOX 2's Rob Wolchek. More than a decade ago, Rob put Gary Lupiloff in the Hall of Shame. Now,...
There are new developments in a deadly shooting in Royal Oak. We now have the name of the victim, and it's a familiar name for FOX 2's Rob Wolchek. More than a decade ago, Rob put Gary Lupiloff in the Hall of Shame. Now,...
A forensic mortgage audit. It's one of the latest crazes for those who want to get their homes refinanced. The idea is that the audit will turn up mistakes your bank made and maybe lead to a mortgage modification. That is,...
A forensic mortgage audit. It's one of the latest crazes for those who want to get their homes refinanced. The idea is that the audit will turn up mistakes your bank made and maybe lead to a mortgage modification. That is,...
There's one more full bunk at the Oakland County Jail. Problem Solver Rob Wolchek says a local contractor who had been residing in the Hall of Shame has a new home.
There's one more full bunk at the Oakland County Jail. Problem Solver Rob Wolchek says a local contractor who had been residing in the Hall of Shame has a new home.
More rough seas for a Macomb County boat hauler. According to a criminal complaint, he threatened to kill a federal agent. Problem Solver Rob Wolchek says this guy's temper already landed him in the Hall of Shame. STORY &...
More rough seas for a Macomb County boat hauler. According to a criminal complaint, he threatened to kill a federal agent. Problem Solver Rob Wolchek says this guy's temper already landed him in the Hall of Shame. STORY &...
He was shot and killed in broad daylight in a safe neighborhood, but the person who killed a Royal Oak man in his own driveway seemed to know exactly how to pull it off and get away. Problem Solver Rob Wolchek says this was...
He was shot and killed in broad daylight in a safe neighborhood, but the person who killed a Royal Oak man in his own driveway seemed to know exactly how to pull it off and get away. Problem Solver Rob Wolchek says this was...
He promises to show up but never comes, at least that's what his customers say. Problem Solver Rob Wolchek says this guy promised to talk to him several times but also never showed. Now, he's appearing in the Hall of...
He promises to show up but never comes, at least that's what his customers say. Problem Solver Rob Wolchek says this guy promised to talk to him several times but also never showed. Now, he's appearing in the Hall of...
A contractor is in jail, turning himself in after being put in the Hall of Shame. Rob Wolchek says that as soon as his story hit TV and the Web, cops from all over Michigan recognized him as a guy they were looking for. He's...
A contractor is in jail, turning himself in after being put in the Hall of Shame. Rob Wolchek says that as soon as his story hit TV and the Web, cops from all over Michigan recognized him as a guy they were looking for. He's...
Michigan regulators say a member of the Winans gospel-music family led a fraudulent, multimillion-dollar investment program by promoting bogus Saudi Arabia oil bonds.
Michigan regulators say a member of the Winans gospel-music family led a fraudulent, multimillion-dollar investment program by promoting bogus Saudi Arabia oil bonds.
They were tired of the bar scene and uninterested in the internet, so they turned to a professional matchmaking service. It cost a pretty penny, but they were promised pretty ladies and dashing dudes. However, these daters...
They were tired of the bar scene and uninterested in the internet, so they turned to a professional matchmaking service. It cost a pretty penny, but they were promised pretty ladies and dashing dudes. However, these daters...
A pair of guys pulls you aside. They're amped up because they just have to get rid of some high end electronics. The crew says they put audio systems in expensive home cinemas, but Problem Rob Wolchek is putting them in the...
A pair of guys pulls you aside. They're amped up because they just have to get rid of some high end electronics. The crew says they put audio systems in expensive home cinemas, but Problem Rob Wolchek is putting them in the...
There's nothing like getting freshly picked fruits and vegetables right off the farm. That's why people love those farmer's markets. You can actually buy your produce right from the guy who grew it. That is, if he's telling...
There's nothing like getting freshly picked fruits and vegetables right off the farm. That's why people love those farmer's markets. You can actually buy your produce right from the guy who grew it. That is, if he's telling...
She's facing years in prison, but apparently she doesn't want to face the music. A Downriver real estate mogul Rob Wolchek put in the Hall of Shame is a wanted women on the run from the law.
She's facing years in prison, but apparently she doesn't want to face the music. A Downriver real estate mogul Rob Wolchek put in the Hall of Shame is a wanted women on the run from the law.
There is a law to protect people who can not collect their pay. Sounds good. Except this law can be used to punish people who do not owe anyone any money. Problem Solver Rob Wolchek is trying to get to the bottom of a...
There is a law to protect people who can not collect their pay. Sounds good. Except this law can be used to punish people who do not owe anyone any money. Problem Solver Rob Wolchek is trying to get to the bottom of a...
Rita Gosselin and her husband, Richard Gosselin, have been rounded up. Rita was put in the Hall of Shame and put in handcuffs, but disappeared along with her husband before being put on trial.
Rita Gosselin and her husband, Richard Gosselin, have been rounded up. Rita was put in the Hall of Shame and put in handcuffs, but disappeared along with her husband before being put on trial.
No one knew who was behind a business that closed its doors and left some customers wondering what happened to their money. However, Rob Wolchek unmasked the secret man with the plan and found out he is someone who is...
No one knew who was behind a business that closed its doors and left some customers wondering what happened to their money. However, Rob Wolchek unmasked the secret man with the plan and found out he is someone who is...
This is a big bucks time of year for sprinkler companies as customers make sure their lawn systems are blown out before winter blows in. The average cost is about $45 for a winterization, but it's costing one man a lot more...
This is a big bucks time of year for sprinkler companies as customers make sure their lawn systems are blown out before winter blows in. The average cost is about $45 for a winterization, but it's costing one man a lot more...
Hundreds of thousands of gallons of crude oil spilled into the Kalamazoo River in July. Now, there are accusations that the company responsible for the spill isn't doing a good job to clean it up. Monday, FOX 2 showed you...
Hundreds of thousands of gallons of crude oil spilled into the Kalamazoo River in July. Now, there are accusations that the company responsible for the spill isn't doing a good job to clean it up. Monday, FOX 2 showed you...
A Michigan couple arrested last month after fleeing the state in April have been arraigned on racketeering and obtaining money under false pretenses charges in connection with what authorities call a "massive real estate...
A Michigan couple arrested last month after fleeing the state in April have been arraigned on racketeering and obtaining money under false pretenses charges in connection with what authorities call a "massive real estate...
A mysterious woman advertises free money claiming she holds the secret of getting big time government grants. Problem Solver Rob Wolchek says she has got some secrets, but nothing you would want to brag about.
A mysterious woman advertises free money claiming she holds the secret of getting big time government grants. Problem Solver Rob Wolchek says she has got some secrets, but nothing you would want to brag about.
You might call a plumber to unclog your drain, but customers who called one plumber say he drained them of their cash. A good plumber is hard to find, but finding this one was nearly impossible. Problem Solver Rob Wolchek...
You might call a plumber to unclog your drain, but customers who called one plumber say he drained them of their cash. A good plumber is hard to find, but finding this one was nearly impossible. Problem Solver Rob Wolchek...
"Baseball Barry" Sheets has already been charged with two felonies. Problem Solver Rob Wolcheck says he's now in custody waiting to be arraigned on a third.
"Baseball Barry" Sheets has already been charged with two felonies. Problem Solver Rob Wolcheck says he's now in custody waiting to be arraigned on a third.
Michigan auto insurance is the most expensive in the country. However, one company recently came to metro Detroit with prices that crush the competition. Their prices are good, but Problem Solver Rob Wolchek says their...
Michigan auto insurance is the most expensive in the country. However, one company recently came to metro Detroit with prices that crush the competition. Their prices are good, but Problem Solver Rob Wolchek says their...
The unsolved murder of Royal Oak businessman Gary Lupiloff is getting new life. A life insurance company is suing to block a payout because it could go to the killer. Rob Wolchek says Lupiloff had a lot of enemies, but only...
The unsolved murder of Royal Oak businessman Gary Lupiloff is getting new life. A life insurance company is suing to block a payout because it could go to the killer. Rob Wolchek says Lupiloff had a lot of enemies, but only...
A Detroit-area man accused of a $200 million investment scam pleaded guilty Friday, admitting he lied to people for a decade when he promised that he was putting their cash into telecommunication deals with hotels across the...
A Detroit-area man accused of a $200 million investment scam pleaded guilty Friday, admitting he lied to people for a decade when he promised that he was putting their cash into telecommunication deals with hotels across the...
He was supposed to be in court on Friday, but the so-called rock and roll rancher never made it. Problem Solver Rob Wolchek says this guy's next performance may be at the Oakland County jail.
He was supposed to be in court on Friday, but the so-called rock and roll rancher never made it. Problem Solver Rob Wolchek says this guy's next performance may be at the Oakland County jail.
An employment agency closes its doors and leaves its clients without work and with a lot less cash. Get this -- the people behind this job business have done the same thing before! Problem Solver Rob Wolchek has a job of his...
An employment agency closes its doors and leaves its clients without work and with a lot less cash. Get this -- the people behind this job business have done the same thing before! Problem Solver Rob Wolchek has a job of his...
Their ads are directed at kids. They lure your child in with visions of being on TV with big name kid stars, then hit up mom and dad with a sales pitch. Problem Solver Rob Wolchek investigates a company running something...
Their ads are directed at kids. They lure your child in with visions of being on TV with big name kid stars, then hit up mom and dad with a sales pitch. Problem Solver Rob Wolchek investigates a company running something...
One says he's a master electrician and a reserve cop. The other claims to be an electrician and a congressional delegate. Too bad the state says neither one is a licensed electrician. Maybe that's why we're told these guys...
One says he's a master electrician and a reserve cop. The other claims to be an electrician and a congressional delegate. Too bad the state says neither one is a licensed electrician. Maybe that's why we're told these guys...
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