Where to find mental healthcare services, including for the uninsured

For Mental Health Awareness Month, here's a round-up of local mental healthcare services available to those in the Houston area including resources for people who do not have health insurance or cannot afford treatment.

Americans plan to spend 24% less on Mother’s Day this year due to inflation

A recent survey from Lending Tree finds that consumers will operate on a budget when shopping for Mother’s Day gifts because of the high prices.

Affordable mental healthcare patients can turn to even for the uninsured
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The National Alliance on Mental Illness says nearly half of people with mental health conditions go without treatment. Either because they are afraid of the stigma, or cannot afford care. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan shares some ?smart sense? on how to find care, including for those without insurance.

Feds: Kids as young as 10 worked at McDonald's locations in Kentucky

A Labor Department investigation found one franchisee employed 24 kids under the age of 16 to work more hours than legally permitted and children sometimes worked as late as 2 a.m. but were not paid.

Do new mortgage rules mean higher credit homebuyers pay more?

Controversy is buzzing over new mortgage rules taking effect Monday: higher fees for homebuyers with good credit, and lower fees for people with lower credit. However, mortgage experts say that’s not the whole story.

New rules on mortgage fees that may have some people with stronger credit scores paying more
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Controversy is buzzing over new mortgage rules taking effect Monday: higher fees for homebuyers with good credit, and lower fees for people with lower credit. However, mortgage experts say that?s not the whole story.

LEGO unveils new Star Wars sets ahead of May the 4th

New LEGO Star Wars sets and deals are available to celebrate the force in honor of May 4th, commonly known as Star Wars Day.

FDA warns against using eye drops with amniotic fluid

Manufacturers are marketing eye drops with amniotic fluid -- a liquid that surrounds an unborn baby during pregnancy -- to treat conditions without federal approval, the FDA said.

General Mills recalls Gold Medal flour varieties over Salmonella risk

The company is recalling Gold Medal flour products marked with the days March 27, 2024 and March 28, 2024 due to samples testing positive for Salmonella Infantis.

Tips to help get passports in time for a trip

Record demand for passports is causing wait times to nearly double, leaving thousands of travelers worried they won't get their passports in time for international summer trips.

Tips to getting your passport in time amid record breaking demand
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Record demand is increasing the time it takes to get a passport. FOX 26's Heather Sullivan has some smart sense on how you can get your passport in time.

Drugmaker Akorn goes bankrupt, recalls medicines for people, pets

The company terminated all employees at its US sites and discontinued its Quality program, leading to a voluntary recall of various products.

15 million could lose Medicaid coverage in "unwinding" process

An estimated 15 million people are expected to lose their Medicaid coverage, including one million Texans, now that Medicaid "unwinding" has begun. Find out what steps to take if you're losing your benefits.

Topo Chico launches new flavored sparkling water collection, ‘Topo Chico Sabores’

Topo Chico, the popular sparkling water brand, has introduced a new product called ‘Topo Chico Sabores’ featuring three unique flavors with real fruit juice and herbal extracts for bold, natural flavor.

Gas prices drop in Texas due to decrease in crude oil prices

The statewide gas price average in Texas has dropped to $3.23 per gallon for regular unleaded fuel, a decrease of 11 cents per gallon from last week, and 53 cents less per gallon compared to this time last year.