Green Monday offers last minute online deals before shipping deadlines
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Green Monday is the day online retailers offer big sales once again, and one of the last days to get free shipping and have gifts arrive before Christmas. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan shares some ?smart sense? on how shoppers can save.

Average price of gas plunges to cheapest in over a year

While the White House was quick to point out the latest numbers, AAA says seasonality is the main cause — and not everyone is seeing cheaper gas.

Oysters harvested in Galveston Bay recalled for cases of gastrointestinal illnesses

The Texas Department of State Health recalled oysters harvested in Galveston Bay in the TX 1 area. People in southeast Texas and Florida reported they had gotten sick.

Amazon sued for allegedly stealing more than $1M in tips from delivery workers

Amazon says tips were already paid to drivers as part of a settlement last year. Amazon was accused of stealing tips from delivery drivers to subsidize its own labor expenses between 2016 and 2019, according to a lawsuit.

Lidl recalls Advent calendars due to potential salmonella contamination

Lidl U.S. recalled its Favorina branded Advent calendars over concerns that som may be contaminated with salmonella, which can cause serious and fatal infections.

Apartment rental prices may finally be falling in US, data shows

Zumper, a real estate marketplace company, analyzed rental data from over one million active listings across the U.S.

More Seniors, refugees looking for help
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FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has some smart sense about why more seniors and refugees are looking for help

Walmart may raise prices, close stores if rise in shoplifting continues, CEO says

“Theft is an issue. It is higher than what it has historically been,” Walmart's CEO said, warning that a lack of prosecution for shoplifting could ultimately mean higher prices for shoppers. “If that’s not corrected over time, prices will be higher, and/or stores will close.”

Congressman Al Green to host webinar to minority owned businesses, entrepreneurs

U.S. Congressman Al Green is inviting current and aspiring entrepreneurs to attend an informational webinar he's hosting that aims to help small minority-owned businesses.

Recession is expected in Q1 2023: Bank of America

Bank of America economists expect a recession to emerge in the beginning of 2023. Here’s how to keep your finances on track.

Jazzy 'Charlie Brown Christmas' soundtrack swings on after 57 years

The popular soundtrack has become a staple of the animated TV special and is beloved by fans of all ages. This year, the “Peanuts" classic will not air on broadcast TV as Apple TV+ has exclusive rights to all of the "Peanuts" holiday specials.

Facebook parent Meta threatens to remove news from social media site

Facebook's parent company says it will be “forced to consider” removing news content from its platform if Congress passes legislation requiring tech companies to pay news outlets for their material. Meta said it would rather pull news from its social media site rather than "submit to government-mandated negotiations."

If your kids ask for Robux this Christmas, here's what that means

Roblox, the popular online gaming and creation platform, uses a virtual currency called "Robux" for in-game purchases and more.

Frozen raspberries recalled due to hepatitis A concerns

The FDA says testing revealed the presence of hepatitis A in the recalled frozen raspberries product, which was sold in nine U.S. states.