Thousands of mattresses sold at Costco recalled over mold

FXI is recalling thousands of Novaform ComfortGrande and DreamAway mattresses that were sold exclusively at Costco, a popular warehouse retailer, due to mold risks. Here's which products are affected.

UPS using AI to prevent 'porch pirates' from stealing packages

UPS is using artificial intelligence to crack down on packages being stolen off front porches after delivery. Here's how the system, which the company is calling DeliveryDefense, works.

Uber Eats taking orders using SNAP benefits, starting 2024

In 2024, Uber Eats will begin taking grocery orders from recipients of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program.

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: US anesthesia partners created monopoly
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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
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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.