Postal Service taking new steps to counter surge in robberies and mail thefts
Robberies of postal carriers have exploded, surging 78% to nearly 500 in 2022.
Robberies of postal carriers have exploded, surging 78% to nearly 500 in 2022.
Google 'Bard': Company enhances search engine with Artificial Intelligence
Google now offers their artificial intelligence called 'Bard' to conduct searches, write emails, and edit photos.
Google now offers their artificial intelligence called 'Bard' to conduct searches, write emails, and edit photos.
Google enhances search engine with AI chatbot 'Bard'
Google is now offering artificial intelligence in its search engine by letting you try its ChatBot 'Bard'. It's the latest use of artificial intelligence that's changing the way we do things online. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan shows us what it can do.
Google is now offering artificial intelligence in its search engine by letting you try its ChatBot 'Bard'. It's the latest use of artificial intelligence that's changing the way we do things online. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan shows us what it can do.
Class action lawsuits & claiming your cash
Facebook users can now claim their piece of the $725 million privacy settlement. It's one of many recent high-profile cases that could earn you some cash.
Facebook users can now claim their piece of the $725 million privacy settlement. It's one of many recent high-profile cases that could earn you some cash.
Lyft rolls out feature to make airport pickups faster
The new Lyft feature will track the rider as they walk through the airport and then match them with a driver as they get closer to the pickup spot. Here's where it's rolling out first.
The new Lyft feature will track the rider as they walk through the airport and then match them with a driver as they get closer to the pickup spot. Here's where it's rolling out first.
What do egg labels mean? Egg labels might not be what you think
We all see the different labels on the front of egg cartons, but Consumer Reports says egg labels may not mean what you think.
We all see the different labels on the front of egg cartons, but Consumer Reports says egg labels may not mean what you think.
What do the words labeled on eggs mean? 'Hormone-free', 'Pasture raised', etc.?
Egg prices are still up 21% over last year, but are you paying more for eggs that are labeled with words like natural, pasture raised, hormone free? FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan says you may not be getting what you think.
Egg prices are still up 21% over last year, but are you paying more for eggs that are labeled with words like natural, pasture raised, hormone free? FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan says you may not be getting what you think.
Peloton recalls 2.2 million bikes: Customers told to 'immediately stop using'
Peleton owners are advised to immediately stop using the recalled exercise bikes and to contact the company for a free repair.
Peleton owners are advised to immediately stop using the recalled exercise bikes and to contact the company for a free repair.
Airfare from US to international destinations surges to highest level in 5 years
Trips to highly sought-after destinations increased by more than $300 per ticket compared with last summer, according to recent data from travel app Hopper. Here's why.
Trips to highly sought-after destinations increased by more than $300 per ticket compared with last summer, according to recent data from travel app Hopper. Here's why.
Chime Financial: FOX 26 helps customer get $1,000 back after fraud, thousands filed similar complaints
The Better Business Bureau says Chime Financial has received nearly 8,000 complaints about their accounts being attacked by a fraudster and here's how the company is responding.
The Better Business Bureau says Chime Financial has received nearly 8,000 complaints about their accounts being attacked by a fraudster and here's how the company is responding.
Chime fraud: Houston woman robbed of $1,000, company has nearly 8,000 complaints
A Houston nurse contacted FOX 26 saying a fraudster drained her Chime bank account and she was battling to get Chime to cover her $1,000 loss. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan helped her get her money back within hours but found thousands of other customers have complained of similar problems.
A Houston nurse contacted FOX 26 saying a fraudster drained her Chime bank account and she was battling to get Chime to cover her $1,000 loss. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan helped her get her money back within hours but found thousands of other customers have complained of similar problems.
Houston water purification plant among the best in Texas
In a world where access to clean drinking water is often taken for granted, the story of Houston's Southeast Water Purification Plant stands out as a testament to excellence and efficiency. While water-related issues continue to make headlines in various parts of the country, this purification plant shines as one of the best in the state of Texas.
In a world where access to clean drinking water is often taken for granted, the story of Houston's Southeast Water Purification Plant stands out as a testament to excellence and efficiency. While water-related issues continue to make headlines in various parts of the country, this purification plant shines as one of the best in the state of Texas.
Here's how you can get a free McChicken sandwich at McDonald’s
It's the latest incentive from the fast-food chain to attract more customers.
It's the latest incentive from the fast-food chain to attract more customers.
Hyundai and Kia thefts keep rising despite recent software aimed at security fix
Nearly three months ago, Hyundai and Kia unveiled software that was designed to thwart an epidemic of thefts of their vehicles, caused by a security flaw that was exposed on TikTok and other social media sites.
Nearly three months ago, Hyundai and Kia unveiled software that was designed to thwart an epidemic of thefts of their vehicles, caused by a security flaw that was exposed on TikTok and other social media sites.
Kidnap scammers using AI to create fake videos, voice recordings of loved ones
Scammers are using artificial intelligence to clone the voice or videos of a loved one to trick you into paying a ransom for their release.
Scammers are using artificial intelligence to clone the voice or videos of a loved one to trick you into paying a ransom for their release.
Study identifies several Houston roads and highways as most dangerous for pedestrians
A report from TxDOT that pedestrian fatalities continue to rise, in the state, has prompted a study of the most dangerous roads in Texas. A lot of them are in Houston.
A report from TxDOT that pedestrian fatalities continue to rise, in the state, has prompted a study of the most dangerous roads in Texas. A lot of them are in Houston.
Krispy Kreme unveils new mini doughnuts for Mother's Day
These delicious treats are available in-shop, for pickup or delivery and can also be preordered through the Krispy Kreme app through May 14.
These delicious treats are available in-shop, for pickup or delivery and can also be preordered through the Krispy Kreme app through May 14.
Kidnap scammers using AI to create fake videos, voice recordings of loved ones
Victims say voice clones left them scared for their loved ones' lives.FOX 26 Consumer Reporter spoke with cyber security experts to learn how to prevent getting scammed and recognize the signs.
Victims say voice clones left them scared for their loved ones' lives.FOX 26 Consumer Reporter spoke with cyber security experts to learn how to prevent getting scammed and recognize the signs.
What is ‘cash stuffing’ and how does it work?
Here's what you need to know about the trendy "cash stuffing" trend.
Here's what you need to know about the trendy "cash stuffing" trend.
Job tips, tools: Professionals turning to upskilling to advance their careers
If you need to find a new job or a new career more people are turning to what's called "upskilling. Here's how you can get started.
If you need to find a new job or a new career more people are turning to what's called "upskilling. Here's how you can get started.