Justice Department investigating Abbott baby formula plant

Abbott's Michigan plant's closure in February 2022 was a key cause of a nationwide baby formula shortage that forced parents to seek formula from food banks, friends and doctor’s offices.

National sales tax: What’s behind some House Republicans’ proposal

Chatter of a 30% national sales tax being proposed by Republicans has taken over the internet in recent days. Here’s a look at the proposal.

New affordable housing units open in Greenspoint
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288 new affordable housing units just opened in the Greenspoint area in Houston creating more homes in a desperate shortage of affordable housing the Houston area. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan reports from north Houston on what this means for the community.

Unemployment rate in Texas drops in December 2022

n December 2022, Texas added 29,500 positions, reaching a total of 13,705,500 nonfarm jobs in Texas. December marked the 14th consecutive record employment high in Texas, after the state first surpassed the pre-COVID level in November 2021.

USDA cracks down on 'organic fraud' in food with new regulations

For the first time since 1990, the USDA is strengthening its organic food regulations in the U.S. with new rules that aim to prevent fraud and protect the agency’s trusted organic seal.

Mortgage rates fall to lowest level since September

The average rate on a 30-year fixed mortgage fell to 6.15% on Thursday from 6.33% last week, according to mortgage buyer Freddie Mac. A year ago, the average rate was 3.56%.

New Year's fitness resolution: Tips to decrease gym membership fees

January is the time many people join a gym for their New Year's fitness resolution and here are some tips to decrease how much you pay for gym memberships.

Trimming down gym membership costs
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January is the time many people join a gym to reach their New Year's fitness resolution, but membership prices can mean heavy lifting for your wallet. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has some advice on how you can trim your costs.

How you doin? Iconic candy hearts get 'Friends'-themed makeover

The new candy inspired by the popular sitcom is available in stores now and features fan-favorite quotes from the show, including "ur my lbstr," “how you doin,” and "on a break."

National Popcorn Day: Here are some deals and freebies to score

Popcorn fans can celebrate on Thursday, Jan. 19 by taking advantage of several deals at movie theaters and online.

Solfest 2023 concert canceled, ticket holders left with unanswered questions
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Customers say they're left in the dark after Solfest 2023 was suddenly called off. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has been following this investigation as ticket holders worry they?re out thousands of dollars.

Viral, controversial ?Pink Sauce? will now be sold at Walmart
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The sauce went viral on TikTok after concerns surfaced over what was in the sauce. Now customers can view the full list of ingredients on Walmart?s website.

Party City files for bankruptcy protection amid rising prices

Party City is filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection after struggling with rising prices and a pullback in customer spending.