The cost of unemployment benefits fraud
FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has some smart sense on how the cost of unemployment is benefitting fraud.
FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has some smart sense on how the cost of unemployment is benefitting fraud.
Houston-area authorities noticing custom metal decorative license plates illegally on cars
Authorities in the Houston area are warning against drivers using fake decorative license plates on their vehicles.
Authorities in the Houston area are warning against drivers using fake decorative license plates on their vehicles.
Dow hits 2022 low as markets sell off on recession fears
Stocks tumbled worldwide Friday on more signs the global economy is weakening, just as central banks raise the pressure even more with additional interest rate hikes.
Stocks tumbled worldwide Friday on more signs the global economy is weakening, just as central banks raise the pressure even more with additional interest rate hikes.
These are the top 10 U.S. cities with the biggest homes
A new housing report finds that cities with stable job markets and a low cost of living factor into homebuyers' demand for bigger homes.
A new housing report finds that cities with stable job markets and a low cost of living factor into homebuyers' demand for bigger homes.
How latest interest rate hike will affect credit cards, mortgages, car loans
This week, the Fed raised interest rates for a 5th time this year to fight inflation up another three-quarters of a point. That means credit cards, mortgages and car loans are about to cost you more.
This week, the Fed raised interest rates for a 5th time this year to fight inflation up another three-quarters of a point. That means credit cards, mortgages and car loans are about to cost you more.
How latest interest rate hike will affect credit cards, mortgages, car loans
A look at what you'll pay for credit cards, mortgages, and auto loans.
A look at what you'll pay for credit cards, mortgages, and auto loans.
CPSC warns consumers of faulty carbon monoxide detectors
In a press release published on Thursday, Sept. 22, the CPSC says the CO detectors can fail to alert consumers to the presence of carbon monoxide.
In a press release published on Thursday, Sept. 22, the CPSC says the CO detectors can fail to alert consumers to the presence of carbon monoxide.
Tesla recalling 1.1 million vehicles to fix faulty window reversing system
Tesla is issuing a voluntary recall on nearly 1.1 million vehicles because the pinch protection feature on their power door windows may allow them to squeeze too hard before rolling the glass down.
Tesla is issuing a voluntary recall on nearly 1.1 million vehicles because the pinch protection feature on their power door windows may allow them to squeeze too hard before rolling the glass down.
Target Deal Days, price matching starting in October
Target is starting the holiday shopping season early, with its popular Deal Days and price matching beginning in October.
Target is starting the holiday shopping season early, with its popular Deal Days and price matching beginning in October.
Local Houston business owner says Galleria is changing his brand, will lose up to 60% of his sales
Ken Haggerty says the Galleria signed an exclusivity deal with a national shoe vendor, forcing his Agenda store to halt all shoe sales.
Ken Haggerty says the Galleria signed an exclusivity deal with a national shoe vendor, forcing his Agenda store to halt all shoe sales.
Vegetable products sold at Kroger recalled due to listeria concerns
The FDA said an infection could cause miscarriages and stillbirths in pregnant women.
The FDA said an infection could cause miscarriages and stillbirths in pregnant women.
Walmart to hire 40,000 mostly seasonal US workers for holidays
Walmart is taking a cautious approach to the holiday shopping season as retailers face a slowdown in consumer spending overall due to surging costs on things like rent and food.
Walmart is taking a cautious approach to the holiday shopping season as retailers face a slowdown in consumer spending overall due to surging costs on things like rent and food.
Rising interest rates offer better returns for savers
With the Federal Reserve expected to continue aggressive interest rate hikes to fight inflation, higher borrowing costs also mean a 'silver-lining' for some dedicated consumers. We're talking about savers. There aren't a lot who can, or do save.
With the Federal Reserve expected to continue aggressive interest rate hikes to fight inflation, higher borrowing costs also mean a 'silver-lining' for some dedicated consumers. We're talking about savers. There aren't a lot who can, or do save.
Baby formula shortage: FDA concedes delays after whistleblower complaint
A 10-page report from the agency offers its first formal account of the factors that led to the ongoing shortage.
A 10-page report from the agency offers its first formal account of the factors that led to the ongoing shortage.
Halloween spending to reach record $10.6B: NRF
Consumers are expected to dole out $2.9B on costumes alone, the NRF reported.
Consumers are expected to dole out $2.9B on costumes alone, the NRF reported.
Here's how much more you'll pay to heat your home this winter
The average cost of heating a household this winter is set to increase by 17.2%, according to a forecast by the National Energy Assistance Directors Association.
The average cost of heating a household this winter is set to increase by 17.2%, according to a forecast by the National Energy Assistance Directors Association.
National Pepperoni Day 2022: Where to find deals and freebies
Tuesday, Sept. 20 is National Pepperoni Day 2022, and many pizza chains are celebrating by offering deals for customers.
Tuesday, Sept. 20 is National Pepperoni Day 2022, and many pizza chains are celebrating by offering deals for customers.
Pay off your federal student loan during pandemic? You could get a refund
How to apply for federal student loan forgiveness and refunds for payments during the COVID-19 pandemic.
How to apply for federal student loan forgiveness and refunds for payments during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Paid off your federal student loan during pandemic? You could get a refund
How to apply for federal student loan forgiveness and refunds for payments in pandemic.
How to apply for federal student loan forgiveness and refunds for payments in pandemic.
Family Dollar recalls toothpaste, condoms, pregnancy tests, other medical items
The dozens of items were stored improperly and are included in a massive recall from Family Dollar.
The dozens of items were stored improperly and are included in a massive recall from Family Dollar.