Gingerbread houses for the holidays
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Once Halloween is over, attention will quickly shift to the holidays but a small bakery in Houston is already there. FOX 26 Business Tom Zizka says they've been busy building a holiday tradition.

How to get rehired by a former employer: 'More common than people realize'

Some employees realize — after leaving a job and an employer — that they'd like to return to their former workplace. Here's how to navigate this scenario and what to know.

A quarter of student loan borrowers said they'd boycott repayment

25% of Americans said they’ll boycott student loan payments after the pause. But defaulting on student loans can be severe even with Biden’s student loan safety net programs.

Success of UAW strike shows growing leverage for labor

Following the recent agreements between autoworkers and the big 3 automakers, the strike shows a growing list of labor success and grievances.

TxDOT directs $345M to safety efforts
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The Texas Department of Transportation has earmarked hundreds of millions of dollars in federal funds to improve pedestrian and cyclist safety in the state. FOX 26's Tom Zizka reports more on the story.

Debt relief scams grow as consumer debt hits record high: BBB

The Better Business Bureau has received over 11,000 complaints and almost 900 negative reviews about debt and credit assistance.

Student loan scammers arise as repayment begins

As student loan repayment begins after a federal pause, scammers are preying on borrowers seeking debt relief. But there are free and legitimate ways to lower your monthly payments or get student loan relief. Here's how.

Taco Bell wins ‘Taco Tuesday’ trademark fight in all 50 states

Taco Bell won a legal battle that began during the summer. Now, restaurants can use the phrase without any legal issues.

How long before your smartphone is outdated? New tool will tell you

As much as many of us depend on our smartphone there will be a day that it dies and we have to get a new one. This new tool helps you plan for when it happens.

How long until your smartphone dies?
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As much as many of us depend on our smartphone there will be a day that it dies and we have to get a new one. FOX 26 Business Reporter Tom Zizka says mobile devices are designed that way and there's a new tool to help plan for when it happens.

Chevron to buy Hess for $53 billion as biggest US oil companies get even bigger

The Chevron-Hess deal wasn't even the biggest acquisition in the energy sector this month as major producers seize the initiative while oil prices surge.

American express reports record quarter
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The company's profits exceeded expectations, and it is optimistic about attracting younger cardholders, as millennials and Gen-Z customers represent the fastest-growing demographic for Amex.

CVS pulls popular cold medicines from store shelves

The move will impact certain common oral cough and cold products. It comes after an FDA advisory panel determined that a main active ingredient doesn't work.