Trader Joe's recall: Some Instant Cold Brew Coffee recalled for potential glass

Trader Joe’s has issued a recall for some jars of their Instant Cold Brew Coffee after being notified by their supplier that the product may contain glass.

Your car is spying on you, but a new website helps you learn what's being shared

If you remember the computer chip shortage that continues to slow automakers, it's because modern vehicles are computers on wheels, so what does that mean?

Houston named nation's top real estate market, according to study

Researchers at Storage Café examined how the state's relative affordability and business-friendly environment, have had people moving to Space City in droves. This in turn gave a huge push to the property development market.

Uber launches teen accounts in Houston, offering safe and convenient rides for teens

Parents and guardians can now invite their teens (ages 13-17) to create a specialized Uber account that will allow teens to request their own rides with parental supervision.

High levels of BPA found in athletic shorts, leggings, consumer group says

BPA is considered an endocrine disruptive chemical, which can cause adverse health effects by interfering with your own normal hormone systems.

Personal bankruptcies up nearly 20% in 2023, options to avoid filing

The number of people filing for personal bankruptcy has been up nearly 20% since the start of the year, according to court filings. Here are some options you can take before filing for bankruptcy.

Personal finances: Options to a avoid filing bankruptcy
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The number of people filing for personal bankruptcy has been up nearly 20% since the start of the year, according to court filings. Many people are struggling to keep up with high inflation and interest rates. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has Smart Sense on your options before filing for bankruptcy.

Target recalls nearly 5M candles after reports of burns, lacerations

Target is recalling nearly 5 million glass candles following reports of lacerations and severe burns, according to a notice posted by safety regulators. 

Peloton to offer rear safety guard for recalled Tread+ treadmill

Owners of Peloton’s Tread+ were told to stop using the product after a 2021 recall linked to a child’s death and other injuries.

Too Good To Go app launches in Houston to help save money
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An app is launching in Houston this week that can help you save money on food and help save the environment. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan shows us how the 'Too Good To Go' app is working with local restaurants to sell food for a fraction of the price.

Here's why a government default may be worse than a government shutdown

All the hand-wringing over a potential government default if Congress doesn’t increase the national debt limit has conjured up images of past government shutdowns.