Mattresses sold at Costco recalled over mold
Thousands of mattresses sold at Cosco recalled because it could have moldy
US employers expect to see biggest jump in healthcare costs in a decade in 2024
Three healthcare benefit consulting firms are forecasting costs to rise 5.4% to 8.5% in 2024.
Existing home sales fall for 5th month as supply crunch worsens
Existing home sales slump in August as supply shortage, high mortgage rates hit consumers.
Houston-area behavioral health center shutdown leaves employees, patients with loss
St. Joseph is set to close the behavioral health center and stop in-patient mental health care.
Children’s book being recalled, rings could come off, cause choking hazard
A children's book is being recalled due to the danger of the rings on the side of the book could come off and cause a choking hazard.
Recall issued for Honey Joy Infant Swings
If you purchased a Honey Joy infant swing on Amazon, it may have a recall issued on it.
H&M Men’s Clasp Beaded Bracelets being recalled
A recall has been issued for H&M's Men's Clasp Beaded Bracelets due to high levels of lead.
FTC accuses U.S. Anesthesia Partners of creating monopoly, driving up prices
The FTC says monopoly is costing Texans millions more for anesthesia services.
FTC: US anesthesia partners created monopoly
The Federal Trade Commission says a monopoly has cost Texans tens of millions of dollars more each year for anesthesia services when undergoing medical procedures including here in Houston. The FTC sued a private equity firm and US anesthesia partners today, accusing them of driving up prices. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan reports more on the story.
Homeowners face rising insurance rates as climate change makes wildfires, storms more common
A report released Wednesday says states such as California, Florida and Louisiana, which are prone to wildfires and damaging storms and flooding, are likely to see the most dramatic increases in premiums.
This 'probably haunted' former funeral home is on the market
A “stunning property" and historic former funeral home is for sale in Massachusetts, but buyers beware: it’s probably haunted.
Dollars and Sense: Sept. 20, 2023
FOX 26 consumer reporter Heather Sullivan shares way to cut costs and make smart money moves.
CFPB warns some tuition payment plans come with risks
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau warns that some of the payment plans come with risks, including disenrollment or high costs.
Budweiser Clydesdales will no longer shorten their tails, company says
Budweiser parent company Anheuser-Busch InBev announced Wednesday that its iconic Clydesdales will no longer have their tails shortened using a common, yet controversial, procedure that has drawn the ire of animal activists.
Cake sold at Walmart recalled over undeclared allergen
Cake slices sold at Walmart stores nationwide are being recalled because they have an undeclared allergen and could pose a serious risk to some customers, federal health officials warned.
Kraft recall: Cheese slice wrappers could pose choking hazard, company says
More than 80,000 cases of Kraft Singles American processed cheese have been recalled after several consumer complaints.
TikTok videos show would-be thieves how to steal from stores
Retailers nationwide say theft is costing them almost $100 billion a year and in light of some videos posted on social media, they're worried it's going to get worse.
Amazon hiring more than 5,100 employees in Houston area
Amazon has announced they are hiring 250,000 employees across the U.S. for the holiday season in various roles. More than 5,100 employees will be hired in the Houston area.
Over 58,000 pounds of ground beef recalled due to E.coli concerns
Recalled beef was shipped to distributors in Georgia, Michigan, Ohio.
Sullivan's Smart Sense: How to save money when buying car, truck
Here are a few ways to save money as car prices and loan rates could stay high.