Starbucks fans furious over new 'awkward' tipping system
Starbucks' new tipping system requires customers to select the amount they would like to tip the cashier.
Starbucks' new tipping system requires customers to select the amount they would like to tip the cashier.
FULL VIDEO: Sullivan's Smart Sense Holiday Survival Guide
FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has some smart sense on how you can survive the holidays.
FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has some smart sense on how you can survive the holidays.
Free online returns going away as retailers change return policies
60% of retailers have ended free returns or shortened return windows for consumers.
60% of retailers have ended free returns or shortened return windows for consumers.
8 million laundry and cleaning products recalled over bacterial contamination
To date, 11 people have reported Pseudomonas infections, and The Laundress said it's investigating to see if there is any connection to the recalled products.
To date, 11 people have reported Pseudomonas infections, and The Laundress said it's investigating to see if there is any connection to the recalled products.
Recalled toys being sold online this holiday season, parents warned
U.S. Public Interest Research Group says they were able to buy more than 30 recalled, dangerous toys from resellers online.
U.S. Public Interest Research Group says they were able to buy more than 30 recalled, dangerous toys from resellers online.
Parents being warned as recalled toys are being sold online this holiday season
FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has some smart sense on what you should watch out for while shopping for that perfect toy this holiday season.
FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has some smart sense on what you should watch out for while shopping for that perfect toy this holiday season.
Gas prices fall to lowest level since February, GasBuddy data shows
“It’s entirely possible the national average price of gasoline could fall under $3 per gallon by Christmas,” Patrick De Haan at GasBuddy revealed.
“It’s entirely possible the national average price of gasoline could fall under $3 per gallon by Christmas,” Patrick De Haan at GasBuddy revealed.
Children’s clothing sets recalled over excess lead levels, poison hazard
Lead is toxic if ingested by young children.
Lead is toxic if ingested by young children.
USDA public health alert: Summer sausage products could be contaminated
The problem was discovered when Paradise Locket Meats received a complaint about clear plastic embedded in multiple packages.
The problem was discovered when Paradise Locket Meats received a complaint about clear plastic embedded in multiple packages.
BBB offers guidance on avoiding online scams ahead of holiday shopping
The Better Business Bureau is now warning people, especially those who shop online, to beware of holiday shopping scams
The Better Business Bureau is now warning people, especially those who shop online, to beware of holiday shopping scams
Houston Boil Notice: Residents scramble to buy bottled water
With the boil water notice in effect until further notice, people are flocking to stores to grab bottled water. Businesses like HEB and Kroger are limiting customers to two cases of water.
With the boil water notice in effect until further notice, people are flocking to stores to grab bottled water. Businesses like HEB and Kroger are limiting customers to two cases of water.
Green Sprouts recalls 10,500 stainless steel bottles, cups for toddlers over lead poisoning risk
Consumers are urged to throw out these products and to call Green Sprouts for a full refund. The voluntary recall covers 6-ounce Stainless Steel Sippy Cups, Sip & Straw Cups, and 8-ounce Stainless Steel Straw Bottles.
Consumers are urged to throw out these products and to call Green Sprouts for a full refund. The voluntary recall covers 6-ounce Stainless Steel Sippy Cups, Sip & Straw Cups, and 8-ounce Stainless Steel Straw Bottles.
Cyber Monday deals lure in shoppers amid high inflation
Consumers are hopping online to find more discounts on gifts that have increased in price due to inflation. The popular online shopping day is projected to rake in more than $11 billion in sales.
Consumers are hopping online to find more discounts on gifts that have increased in price due to inflation. The popular online shopping day is projected to rake in more than $11 billion in sales.
Inflation hovered over shoppers seeking deals on Black Friday
Cautious shoppers hunted for the best deals at stores and online as retailers offered new Black Friday discounts to entice consumers eager to start buying holiday gifts but weighed down by inflation.
Cautious shoppers hunted for the best deals at stores and online as retailers offered new Black Friday discounts to entice consumers eager to start buying holiday gifts but weighed down by inflation.
Small Business Saturday and Cyber Monday offer big savings
Retailers offer discounts on Small Business Saturday and Cyber Monday.
Retailers offer discounts on Small Business Saturday and Cyber Monday.
Sullivan's Smart Sense: Small business Saturday, Cyber Monday offering better deals than Black Friday
If you didn't get a chance to take advantage of Black Friday sales, have no fear. Shoppers can still find deals through the weekend and beyond. Plus, Small Business Saturday is November 26. That's the day designated to support local, small businesses, which create many jobs in our local economy. And many of them will offer sales both in-store and online.
If you didn't get a chance to take advantage of Black Friday sales, have no fear. Shoppers can still find deals through the weekend and beyond. Plus, Small Business Saturday is November 26. That's the day designated to support local, small businesses, which create many jobs in our local economy. And many of them will offer sales both in-store and online.
Secrets to maximize savings on Black Friday
Retailers offering deep discounts, especially on electroncs, TV's, and apparel.
Retailers offering deep discounts, especially on electroncs, TV's, and apparel.
Black Friday: Lure of bargains will draw millions of shoppers to stores this holiday weekend
A new survey from the National Retail Federation reveals that, despite inflation, 8 million more people than last year plan to go searching for the best deals on items between Thanksgiving and Cyber Monday.
A new survey from the National Retail Federation reveals that, despite inflation, 8 million more people than last year plan to go searching for the best deals on items between Thanksgiving and Cyber Monday.
From Wordle to sweets, holiday gift ideas for the grown-ups
Adults. They, too, need fun stuff for the holidays. From sweet treats to things with wheels, some ideas for pleasing a child at heart this holiday season.
Adults. They, too, need fun stuff for the holidays. From sweet treats to things with wheels, some ideas for pleasing a child at heart this holiday season.
Ford recalls over 634K SUVs due to fuel leaks and fire risk
Ford Motor Co. is recalling over 634,000 SUVs worldwide because a cracked fuel injector can spill fuel or leak vapors onto a hot engine and cause fires.
Ford Motor Co. is recalling over 634,000 SUVs worldwide because a cracked fuel injector can spill fuel or leak vapors onto a hot engine and cause fires.