USDA: SNAP enrollment drops by 5.3 million following new work rules - State-by-state breakdown
New data from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) shows that as of April 2026, there are 5.3 million fewer people receiving Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits compared to September 2025, the end of the federal government’s fiscal year 25. The decline in SNAP enrollments comes after new work requirements were implemented on Feb. 1.
New data from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) shows that as of April 2026, there are 5.3 million fewer people receiving Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits compared to September 2025, the end of the federal government’s fiscal year 25. The decline in SNAP enrollments comes after new work requirements were implemented on Feb. 1.
Target, Walmart, Whole Foods among stores affected by Salmonella outbreak recalls
Several of the nation’s largest grocery chains, including Target, Walmart, and Whole Foods, have issued recalls following a Salmonella outbreak that has sickened hundreds of people and been linked to jalapeño peppers.
Several of the nation’s largest grocery chains, including Target, Walmart, and Whole Foods, have issued recalls following a Salmonella outbreak that has sickened hundreds of people and been linked to jalapeño peppers.
Chicago company recalls corned beef, pastrami sold nationwide
A Chicago-based company has recalled more than one-and-a-half tons of ready-to-eat pastrami and corned beef over Listeria fears, the U.S. Department of Agriculture reported.
A Chicago-based company has recalled more than one-and-a-half tons of ready-to-eat pastrami and corned beef over Listeria fears, the U.S. Department of Agriculture reported.
Jalapeño recall spurs alert for meat, poultry items from Kroger, Walmart, Albertsons, and others
A recent Salmonella outbreak that has made hundreds sick across 27 states has spurred a new public health alert for multiple meat and poultry items sold at major grocery and convenience store chains.
A recent Salmonella outbreak that has made hundreds sick across 27 states has spurred a new public health alert for multiple meat and poultry items sold at major grocery and convenience store chains.
Food to Live green powders and mixes recalled over Salmonella fears
Food to Live has recalled nine varieties of its green powders after a sample tested positive for Salmonella.
Food to Live has recalled nine varieties of its green powders after a sample tested positive for Salmonella.
Nationwide recall issued for dog, horse medications after glass fibers found in vials
A nationwide recall has been issued for certain veterinary medications after glass fibers were discovered in some injection vials during routine testing.
A nationwide recall has been issued for certain veterinary medications after glass fibers were discovered in some injection vials during routine testing.
More than 1,000 climbing ropes recalled over potentially deadly fall hazard
More than 1,000 climbing ropes are being recalled due to a potential safety hazard that could result in serious injury or death.
More than 1,000 climbing ropes are being recalled due to a potential safety hazard that could result in serious injury or death.
Whataburger 76th anniversary deals: 76-cent items and BOGO burgers during August
Whataburger will celebrate its 76th anniversary in August with a month-long series of discounts and promotions.
Whataburger will celebrate its 76th anniversary in August with a month-long series of discounts and promotions.
Kellogg to remove artificial dyes from cereals
Kellogg announced plans to pull artificial dyes from its cereal as it switches over to alternative ingredients in its brands.
Kellogg announced plans to pull artificial dyes from its cereal as it switches over to alternative ingredients in its brands.
Mortgage rates climb to highest level in over a year: What homebuyers need to know
Mortgage rates climbed this week, with the average rate on a 30-year fixed mortgage rising to 6.69% from 6.66% last week, according to Freddie Mac.
Mortgage rates climbed this week, with the average rate on a 30-year fixed mortgage rising to 6.69% from 6.66% last week, according to Freddie Mac.
Over 1.7 million ladders sold at Home Depot, Lowe’s recalled over serious fall hazard
More than 1.7 million attic ladders have been recalled. The recalled ladders were sold at Home Depot, Lowe's, Amazon and other retailers nationwide.
More than 1.7 million attic ladders have been recalled. The recalled ladders were sold at Home Depot, Lowe's, Amazon and other retailers nationwide.
The million-dollar home is becoming surprisingly normal
A seven-figure price tag is becoming increasingly common as rising home values redefine what counts as luxury across the U.S. housing market.
A seven-figure price tag is becoming increasingly common as rising home values redefine what counts as luxury across the U.S. housing market.
Texas back-to-school tax-free weekend begins: Here's what you should know
Texans can save on back-to-school shopping as early as Friday, as the state's annual Sales Tax Holiday returns for the weekend.
Texans can save on back-to-school shopping as early as Friday, as the state's annual Sales Tax Holiday returns for the weekend.
Customers dispute Aqua Texas investigations into high water bills
Two more FOX 26 viewers reached out about their water bills being in the thousands under the same company.
Two more FOX 26 viewers reached out about their water bills being in the thousands under the same company.
Customer disputes high water bills from same company
Two Aqua Texas customers are disputing the company's receipts saying they used thousands of dollars worth of water. FOX 26's Randy Wallace hears from one customer, and a FOX 26 viewer steps in to help the other.
Two Aqua Texas customers are disputing the company's receipts saying they used thousands of dollars worth of water. FOX 26's Randy Wallace hears from one customer, and a FOX 26 viewer steps in to help the other.
Jalapeños linked to Salmonella outbreak in 27 states; Chipotle & Qdoba affected
More than 300 people have gotten sick as a result of a Salmonella outbreak that has spread to over two dozen states and ensnared two popular restaurant chains, the Food and Drug Administration reported.
More than 300 people have gotten sick as a result of a Salmonella outbreak that has spread to over two dozen states and ensnared two popular restaurant chains, the Food and Drug Administration reported.
Rising temperatures could keep more flights from taking off on time
Air travelers brace for delays during severe storms, but extreme summer heat can trigger hidden disruptions that are far less visible and harder to predict.
Air travelers brace for delays during severe storms, but extreme summer heat can trigger hidden disruptions that are far less visible and harder to predict.
Ford recalls over 86k Mustangs over loose pieces that could fly off
Ford’s latest recall covers Ford Mustang Mach E cars manufactured between 2023 and 2025, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Ford’s latest recall covers Ford Mustang Mach E cars manufactured between 2023 and 2025, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
US Postal Service unveils 2026 holiday stamps - See the designs
The U.S. Postal Service has unveiled its 2026 holiday stamp designs featuring Christmas cookies, Madonna and Child, a Diwali stamp for the annual autumn festival, a Hanukkah design honoring the eight-day Jewish holiday, a Kwanzaa stamp honoring the pan-African holiday, and a Winter Wreath stamp capturing the festivities of the season.
The U.S. Postal Service has unveiled its 2026 holiday stamp designs featuring Christmas cookies, Madonna and Child, a Diwali stamp for the annual autumn festival, a Hanukkah design honoring the eight-day Jewish holiday, a Kwanzaa stamp honoring the pan-African holiday, and a Winter Wreath stamp capturing the festivities of the season.
Thousands of fabric dressers sold on Amazon recalled for being unstable
The new recall involves EnHomee 15-Drawer 51" Dressers sold on Amazon between August 2024 and April 2026 for over $100.
The new recall involves EnHomee 15-Drawer 51" Dressers sold on Amazon between August 2024 and April 2026 for over $100.