Top housing markets of 2025 revealed in new study

A new study forecasted strong home sales and price growth in select U.S. cities in 2025. Here's where.

Low cost, environmentally friendly gift wrapping ideas going viral

Tired of buying wrapping paper only to throw it away? Here's some popular gift wrap ideas that save money and help save the planet.

Gift wrapping hacks to save money
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The cost of holiday gift-wrapping continues to increase only for the paper and bags to end up in the trash. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has ways people can save money on gift-wrapping and save the environment.

Stanley mugs recalled after reports of burn injuries

Stanley recalled 2.6 million travel mugs due to burn hazards after 91 reports and 38 injuries worldwide. The mugs were sold at major retailers.

Proposed merger of Kroger, Albertsons is halted by federal, WA judges

The proposed $24.6 billion merger between supermarket giants Kroger and Albertsons floundered on Tuesday after judges overseeing two separate cases both halted the merger.

States with the highest energy bills: See how yours compares

A new study reveals that many Americans are still feeling budget squeezes — and rising utility bills aren’t helping.

Sprouts gyro meal kits recalled due to potential salmonella contamination

The recalled products were sold at Sprouts stores in multiple states, including Arizona, California, Texas, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey.

What Trump’s 2nd term could mean for the housing market: Expert weighs in

The president-elect campaigned on a promise to make homeownership more affordable by lowering mortgage rates through policies aimed at knocking out inflation.

Want to buy a home in 2025? Here's where mortgage rates will land

Realtor.com's 2025 housing forecast released Wednesday indicates mortgage rates will come down next year. Here's what buyers can expect.

Retailers strict on returns for holiday season
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Shoppers have been busy this holiday season with an expectation total spending could total around $980 billion. Unfortunately, a sizable amount of the money could be lost to returns and FOX 26's Business Reporter Tom Zizka says retailers are trying to limit the loss.

Holiday shoppers will find new restrictions for returns

Shoppers have been busy so far this holiday season with an expectation that total spending could top $980 billion. Unfortunately, for retailers, a sizable amount of that money could be lost to 'returns' and sellers are trying to limit the loss.

Is Enron making a comeback? Here's what we know

Enron, the Houston-based corporation that once dominated the energy sector before its infamous collapse in 2001, now claims to, according to its website, focus on sustainability, innovation, and ethics in addressing critical energy challenges.

Law enforcement, BBB warn Cyber Monday shoppers to watch out for scams

While you may be looking for holiday gifts this Cyber Monday, the Better Business Bureau warns that scammers are looking for you.