Buying a home is now more affordable than renting in these 5 US cities
While renting is more affordable than owning in 45 out of the country's 50 largest cities, there are five cities where a person may consider buying instead.
While renting is more affordable than owning in 45 out of the country's 50 largest cities, there are five cities where a person may consider buying instead.
Major insurers plan to drop two car models' coverage due to thefts: report
Because of a rise in thefts, at least two major car insurers are reportedly not writing new insurance policies for some models and years of Kia and Hyundai vehicles.
Because of a rise in thefts, at least two major car insurers are reportedly not writing new insurance policies for some models and years of Kia and Hyundai vehicles.
Properly Tied children’s lounge pants recalled over potential burn hazard
U.S. consumer safety officials said the children’s lounge pants failed to meet federal flammability standards, which could pose a burn risk who kids who wear them.
U.S. consumer safety officials said the children’s lounge pants failed to meet federal flammability standards, which could pose a burn risk who kids who wear them.
Survey ranks Buc-ee's #1 for customer service among other gas stations
According to the survey, Buc-ee’s ranked number one for customer service, second for food, and third for both cleanliness and cost.
According to the survey, Buc-ee’s ranked number one for customer service, second for food, and third for both cleanliness and cost.
Lowe's pioneers system to solve organized retail crime
The technology makes tools inoperable until a scanner at the register activates a special chip during checkout.
The technology makes tools inoperable until a scanner at the register activates a special chip during checkout.
ZLINE gas range recall expands due to carbon monoxide poisoning risk
Roughly 30,000 ZLINE gas ranges sold at stores like Best Buy, Lowe’s, and The Home Depot have now been recalled after dozens of reports of carbon monoxide emission, the CPSC said.
Roughly 30,000 ZLINE gas ranges sold at stores like Best Buy, Lowe’s, and The Home Depot have now been recalled after dozens of reports of carbon monoxide emission, the CPSC said.
Vegas Strip resorts used vendor to fix hotel rates: Lawsuit
The average daily room rate for hotels on the Las Vegas Strip hit a high last year, topping $200 a night.
The average daily room rate for hotels on the Las Vegas Strip hit a high last year, topping $200 a night.
Ford recalls 462K vehicles to fix backup camera
Ford says the backup camera can fail, preventing the rear camera image from being displayed.
Ford says the backup camera can fail, preventing the rear camera image from being displayed.
Americans struggling to make car payments is highest since Great Recession
Car repossessions are growing as Americans still struggle with high car prices and inflation.
Car repossessions are growing as Americans still struggle with high car prices and inflation.
Amazon Prime ends free grocery delivery on orders under $150
Currently, the company offers members free grocery deliveries on orders above $35, with the exception of New York, where it’s $50.
Currently, the company offers members free grocery deliveries on orders above $35, with the exception of New York, where it’s $50.
Big tax changes may mean smaller refunds, tips for filing tax returns
According to the IRS, you may get a smaller refund this year. Here are some tips for filing your tax return and where to find free help.
According to the IRS, you may get a smaller refund this year. Here are some tips for filing your tax return and where to find free help.
Smaller refunds and income tax changes
W-2s and 1099's are going out and you may be getting ready to file your tax return. But the IRS says you may get a smaller refund this year. FOX 26's Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan reports on the big changes this year
W-2s and 1099's are going out and you may be getting ready to file your tax return. But the IRS says you may get a smaller refund this year. FOX 26's Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan reports on the big changes this year
Extra SNAP benefits that began due to COVID set to end next month in 32 states
Some 40 million Americans get help buying groceries each month through the federal food stamp program, called SNAP. Additional COVID funds are soon expiring for many.
Some 40 million Americans get help buying groceries each month through the federal food stamp program, called SNAP. Additional COVID funds are soon expiring for many.
Ford recalls over 383,000 Explorers, Lincoln Corsairs
Ford is recalling almost 400,000 Explorers and Lincoln Crosairs due to a safety issue when backing up.
Ford is recalling almost 400,000 Explorers and Lincoln Crosairs due to a safety issue when backing up.
You can buy this 'famous' Colorado ghost town for $925,000
Want to own a piece of history? An abandoned mining town in southwestern Colorado has landed on the real estate market and the photos highlight its storied past.
Want to own a piece of history? An abandoned mining town in southwestern Colorado has landed on the real estate market and the photos highlight its storied past.
Trees damaged after Houston-area tornadoes: Should you remove them or save them?
A certified tree trimmer shows us the signs of a dying tree as many people have trees down and damaged in their yards after Tuesday's tornadoes
A certified tree trimmer shows us the signs of a dying tree as many people have trees down and damaged in their yards after Tuesday's tornadoes
How to avoid repair scams, filing insurance claims after Southeast Texas tornadoes
How to avoid repair scams and file insurance claims after the damage left behind from tornadoes in Southeast Texas.
How to avoid repair scams and file insurance claims after the damage left behind from tornadoes in Southeast Texas.
Tips to avoid repair scams, filing insurance claims after tornado damage
If your home or car was damaged in the storms, you need to watch out for scammers posing as repair services. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan shares some Smart Sense on how to get your repairs done properly.
If your home or car was damaged in the storms, you need to watch out for scammers posing as repair services. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan shares some Smart Sense on how to get your repairs done properly.
Volvo recalls over 100,000 cars due to brake issues
The recall is for some 2023 year model cars, including the C40, XC40, and S60 models.
The recall is for some 2023 year model cars, including the C40, XC40, and S60 models.
FTC warns of job scams amid recent layoffs in tech and other industries
Scammers may publish listings for nonexistent roles, create sham websites, or hold fake "online job interviews" for job hunters, according to the FTC.
Scammers may publish listings for nonexistent roles, create sham websites, or hold fake "online job interviews" for job hunters, according to the FTC.