Rental scams on the rise in Houston as rent rates soar
Victims often lose their deposits to scammers who don't even own the home that they're listing for rent.
Victims often lose their deposits to scammers who don't even own the home that they're listing for rent.
Shop smart: How to spot a fake review
More and more of us have come to rely on reviews from total strangers as we shop online. But experts say we should also take a moment to review the reviewer in order to avoid being duped.
More and more of us have come to rely on reviews from total strangers as we shop online. But experts say we should also take a moment to review the reviewer in order to avoid being duped.
Rental scams on the rise in Houston as rent rates soar
Rental scams are on the rise so HAR and Crime Stoppers of Houston are warning unsuspecting renters.
Rental scams are on the rise so HAR and Crime Stoppers of Houston are warning unsuspecting renters.
Ford recalls 330,000 Mustangs over rear camera troubles
Models from 2015 to 2017 have rear view camera wiring that can become loose or damaged.
Models from 2015 to 2017 have rear view camera wiring that can become loose or damaged.
US ports to get $450M to help ease supply chain congestion, lower prices
Clogged U.S. ports are being given access to nearly $450 million in federal money from Biden's infrastructure law to help ease supply chain congestion and lower prices.
Clogged U.S. ports are being given access to nearly $450 million in federal money from Biden's infrastructure law to help ease supply chain congestion and lower prices.
Some CenterPoint customers fuming over high gas bills
Customers say their CenterPoint natural gas bills are skyrocketing.
Customers say their CenterPoint natural gas bills are skyrocketing.
AT&T to shut down 3G network on Feb. 22: Here’s how it could impact you
AT&T becomes the first carrier to shut down its 3G network this week. Beyond mobile phones, here are some of the devices that could be impacted.
AT&T becomes the first carrier to shut down its 3G network this week. Beyond mobile phones, here are some of the devices that could be impacted.
Coffee prices skyrocketing for customers, roasters: ‘Everybody’s basically taking a hit’
Roasted coffee prices experiencing biggest spike since 2012
Roasted coffee prices experiencing biggest spike since 2012
Interest rates could increase more than traditional quarter-point, US Fed governor says
Federal Reserve Governor Michelle Bowman says she's open to lifting interest rates by more than the traditional quarter-point at the central bank’s next meeting in March.
Federal Reserve Governor Michelle Bowman says she's open to lifting interest rates by more than the traditional quarter-point at the central bank’s next meeting in March.
Will real estate housing market crash or cool off in 2022? Experts give their 2 cents
During 2020 and 2021, the housing market sizzled across the nation, with annual existing-home sales hitting their highest mark since 2006. But, what can we expect in 2022?
During 2020 and 2021, the housing market sizzled across the nation, with annual existing-home sales hitting their highest mark since 2006. But, what can we expect in 2022?
Family Dollar recall hits 6 states for contaminated products in rodent infestation
An FDA inspection in January found live rodents, dead rodents, dead birds and other contaminations at one specific Family Dollar distribution center.
An FDA inspection in January found live rodents, dead rodents, dead birds and other contaminations at one specific Family Dollar distribution center.
Your used car needs a data deep-clean before selling it to someone else
When we think about how 'connected' we've become with devices, apps, and social media, it's important to remember our 'vehicle' is part of that equation.
When we think about how 'connected' we've become with devices, apps, and social media, it's important to remember our 'vehicle' is part of that equation.
Junk removal services you can use that help Houston's environment and people in need
Junk removal services can help ensure your items are recycled or go to people in need.
Junk removal services can help ensure your items are recycled or go to people in need.
Junk removal services you can use that help Houston's environment and people in need
Junk removal services can help ensure your items are recycled or go to people in need.
Junk removal services can help ensure your items are recycled or go to people in need.
Mexican avocado ban lifted, US Embassy announces
The U.S. Embassy in Mexico says that Washington is lifting a ban on inspections of Mexican avocados, freeing the way for exports to resume.
The U.S. Embassy in Mexico says that Washington is lifting a ban on inspections of Mexican avocados, freeing the way for exports to resume.
2022 Quest for Texas Best competition: How to enter a submission
H-E-B has issued a Texas-wide call for entries into the 2022 Quest for Texas Best competition. Submissions will be accepted February 23rd through April 7th.
H-E-B has issued a Texas-wide call for entries into the 2022 Quest for Texas Best competition. Submissions will be accepted February 23rd through April 7th.
Baby formula recall 2022: Some Similac, Alimentum and EleCare products tied to illness
The FDA warned parents not to use certain Similac, Alimentum and EleCare formula products linked to bacterial contamination amid reports of hospitalizations and one death.
The FDA warned parents not to use certain Similac, Alimentum and EleCare formula products linked to bacterial contamination amid reports of hospitalizations and one death.
Houston's real estate market continues to be competitive for 2022
Realtors say it's going to be another very competitive year to buy a home in Houston.
Realtors say it's going to be another very competitive year to buy a home in Houston.
Prices for Houston homes expected to keep climbing, real estate experts say
If you or someone you know is hoping to buy a home, FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has some Smart Sense from experts on what to expect in 2022.
If you or someone you know is hoping to buy a home, FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has some Smart Sense from experts on what to expect in 2022.
The price of fast fashion: How quick trends, 'throwaway culture' harm the planet
Fast fashion allows shoppers to hop on trends quickly and cheaply, with some never even wearing the same outfit twice. But experts say this convenience comes at a cost.
Fast fashion allows shoppers to hop on trends quickly and cheaply, with some never even wearing the same outfit twice. But experts say this convenience comes at a cost.



















