Houston ranked among top 15 best cities to celebrate Fourth of July
Fourth of July is around the corner and while we celebrate Independence Day, Houston residents have another thing to be proud of!
July 4th travel: Thousands of flights canceled as long weekend kicks off; more expected
Thousands of flights were canceled Friday at the start of the July 4th holiday weekend as airlines struggle to keep up with travel demand that’s meeting pre-pandemic levels.
Higher prices could be a blow to your Fourth of July fireworks budget
If your Fourth of July festivities will include fireworks, and you still need to get supplies, there's good news and expensive news this year. The selection should be good, but like most things these days, you'll find prices are noticeably higher.
Travel agents can help you save money, rebook canceled flights
With the chaos of flight cancellations and skyrocketing travel prices this summer, a travel agent may help you have a smoother trip.
Travel agents can help re-book canceled flights
FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has some smart sense on how you can avoid some hassle at the airport if your flight is affected.
Missing mustard: Why this condiment could be absent at your next cookout
Extreme heat in western Canada last July is to blame for the missing mustard.
Falling gas prices welcome news for Fourth of July travelers looking to avoid airport delays
Flight delays and cancellations may push more people to drive for the Independence Day holiday.
July 4th deals 2022: Where to find the best food discounts and freebies
From Slurpees and ice cream to festive drinks and free kids’ meals, here’s a look at discounts and freebies to take advantage of this July 4th weekend.
AAA expects record-number of drivers traveling for Fourth of July despite high gas prices
FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan spent the day at the Buc-ee's Travel Center in Katy, where a steady flow of drivers refueled their vehicles and their stomachs.
AAA says high gas prices will not affect Texas residents traveling for Fourth of July
Despite high gas prices, AAA estimates a record number of people will drive to their destinations this holiday weekend, both in Texas and nationwide.
Report: Nearly 7.8M homes at risk of hurricane damage
Nearly 7.8 million homes with more than $2.3 trillion in combined reconstruction cost value are at risk of hurricane-related damages during this Atlantic season, CoreLogic's 2022 Hurricane Report says.
Ford recalling nearly 2,900 F-150 Lightning trucks
The Ford F-150 Lightning truck safety compliance recall covers 2,666 vehicles in the U.S. and 220 in Canada in the 2022 model year.
What is ‘juice jacking’? And how thieves are using it to hack into cell phones
Charging your cell phone at some public charing stations can lead to "juice jacking." FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan helps explain what juice jacking is exactly and how you can avoid being a target.
Juice Jacking: How cyber thieves hack cell phones through public charging stations
Charging your cell phone at some public charing stations can lead to "juice jacking."
Texas Homeowner's Assistance Fund Workshop to be held July 9
A workshop will be held to help homeowners apply for mortgage assistance.
Most people think nation on wrong track, including Democrats, poll shows
Most Americans polled are pessimistic based on inflation and the state of the economy.
Credit, debit card users could face short-term spending limits when buying gas
While gas prices seemed to have stabilized for now, a lot of consumers are still getting hit with a sizable charge that they may not be aware of when they use a credit or debit card.
Nissan recalls nearly 323K Pathfinder SUVs because hoods can fly open unexpectedly
Nissan is recalling nearly 323,000 Pathfinder SUVs in the U.S. because the hoods can unexpectedly fly open and block the driver’s view.
Vitamins, supplements may be waste of money for most Americans, report suggests
For generally healthy and non-pregnant adults, experts said there's no "magic set of pills" — noting how diet and exercise are key.
CVS, Walmart, Rite Aid limiting purchases of Plan B pills following SCOTUS ruling
The pills were in short supply or out of stock on Monday morning on the retailers' websites.