Changes to FAFSA form for 2023-24
If you have a college age student there are big changes to the FAFSA form this year. That's the Free Application for Federal Student Aid and some families may end up paying more while others pay less. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan joins us to explain the changes.
If you have a college age student there are big changes to the FAFSA form this year. That's the Free Application for Federal Student Aid and some families may end up paying more while others pay less. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan joins us to explain the changes.
Generac recalls nearly 64,000 units of portable generators due to fire, burn hazard
Generac has issued a recall for close to 64,000 of their portable generators for fire and burn hazards after 27 incidents were reported, including three severe burns.
Generac has issued a recall for close to 64,000 of their portable generators for fire and burn hazards after 27 incidents were reported, including three severe burns.
Portable generators recalled due to burn risk
A safety recall has been issued for approximately 64,000 portable generac generators, as they pose a burn risk. According to the Product Safety Commission, these generators have faulty fuel tanks that may not vent properly, potentially causing fuel to spray out when in use.
A safety recall has been issued for approximately 64,000 portable generac generators, as they pose a burn risk. According to the Product Safety Commission, these generators have faulty fuel tanks that may not vent properly, potentially causing fuel to spray out when in use.
FDA sends warning letters to CVS, Walgreens other companies over unapproved eye products
CVS said it's already pulled its eye product from store shelves and online after getting the FDA's notice
CVS said it's already pulled its eye product from store shelves and online after getting the FDA's notice
Gas prices will inch higher next week before offering drivers relief, experts say
The 'biggest issue facing the consumer and the economy is the relentless rise in diesel prices,' an industry analyst warned
The 'biggest issue facing the consumer and the economy is the relentless rise in diesel prices,' an industry analyst warned
What are the 2024 colors of the year and why it matters
You may have noticed that pink had a big moment this year. Experts explain what’s going on during a cultural explosion of color.
You may have noticed that pink had a big moment this year. Experts explain what’s going on during a cultural explosion of color.
Monthly home prices hit all-time high, driving pending sales down
Monthly home prices have hit an all-time high in recent weeks, driving down pending home sales by as much as 28%.
Monthly home prices have hit an all-time high in recent weeks, driving down pending home sales by as much as 28%.
'Stranger Things' ice cream hitting Walmart shelves this week
The new frozen treat is sure to turn your taste buds upside down, Netflix says.
The new frozen treat is sure to turn your taste buds upside down, Netflix says.
Water Bead toys recalled after one baby dies, another seriously injured
A water beads toy sold exclusively at Target has been recalled after a baby's death.
A water beads toy sold exclusively at Target has been recalled after a baby's death.
Here's the minimum annual income required to be middle class in Texas
A new study by Consumer Affairs has figured out the minimum annual income required for a family of four to be considered middle class in the state of Texas.
A new study by Consumer Affairs has figured out the minimum annual income required for a family of four to be considered middle class in the state of Texas.
Airfare drops in fall months before holiday price surge
Fares to Europe this fall dropped 31% from peak summer prices
Fares to Europe this fall dropped 31% from peak summer prices
Why are home prices so expensive? Blame the boomers, Barclays says
Would-be homebuyers nationwide are facing a spike in housing costs amid an ongoing affordability crisis - and baby boomers may be to blame, Barclays says.
Would-be homebuyers nationwide are facing a spike in housing costs amid an ongoing affordability crisis - and baby boomers may be to blame, Barclays says.
'Halloween' movie house for sale in South Pasadena, California
The house featured in the 1978 film Halloween is now for sale in South Pasadena, California.
The house featured in the 1978 film Halloween is now for sale in South Pasadena, California.
Resuscitating your brown lawn with less water, using tech and A.I.
Many areas are still underwater restrictions. But there are ways to bring your lawn back to a healthy green, including a sprinkler system with artificial intelligence.
Many areas are still underwater restrictions. But there are ways to bring your lawn back to a healthy green, including a sprinkler system with artificial intelligence.
Potential UAW strike could be felt far beyond car factories, picket lines
The deadline for a United Auto Workers strike is quickly approaching and it could mean big problems for consumers.
The deadline for a United Auto Workers strike is quickly approaching and it could mean big problems for consumers.
JM Smucker to acquire Hostess in $5.6B deal
Hostess, the maker of snack classics like Twinkies and HoHos, is being sold to J.M. Smucker in a cash-and-stock deal worth about $5.6 billion.
Hostess, the maker of snack classics like Twinkies and HoHos, is being sold to J.M. Smucker in a cash-and-stock deal worth about $5.6 billion.
Composting companies help keep your food waste out of landfills
Composting companies turn food waste from homes and businesses into nutrient-rich soil.
Composting companies turn food waste from homes and businesses into nutrient-rich soil.
80,000 Smart Plugs being recalled for safety
80,000 Emporia Smart Plugs being recalled due to safety concerns.
80,000 Emporia Smart Plugs being recalled due to safety concerns.
Smart plugs recalled over shock risk
The Consumer Products Safety Commission says the plugs aren't adequately grounded and could cause shock or a fire.
The Consumer Products Safety Commission says the plugs aren't adequately grounded and could cause shock or a fire.
Recent food recalls spurred by foreign objects like rocks, insects and plastic - which isn't uncommon
Plastic pieces from frayed conveyor belts, wood shards from produce pallets, metal shavings or wire from machinery are all common. So are rocks, sticks and bugs that can make it from the field to the factory.
Plastic pieces from frayed conveyor belts, wood shards from produce pallets, metal shavings or wire from machinery are all common. So are rocks, sticks and bugs that can make it from the field to the factory.