How to lower your home heating bills
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The mercury is dropping and our home heating bills are climbing. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has some easy steps you can take to cut your heating bills

How QR codes on parking meters is another way for scammers to target victims

QR codes became a new normal during the COVID-19 pandemic as a “no-contact” way to pull up a menu, order, or even pay for things. However, they still pose a security concern, with some Texas cities fighting scams from QR codes on parking meters.

Pacifiers sold at TJ Maxx, Amazon, other retailers recalled over choking hazard concerns

Pacifiers sold at major retailers nationwide including TJ Maxx and Amazon are being recalled because they pose a choking hazard, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

Wireless companies agree to pause 5G service after airlines warn of safety concerns

A brewing standoff between airlines and wireless providers is on hold after Verizon and AT&T agreed to delay the launch of the nationwide 5G service, hours before it was to be activated.

Auto insurance rates climbing in 2022, how to lower your premiums

Auto insurance rates are expected to climb 5% this year, according to Insurify. But a consumer group says many insurance companies still owe drivers refunds for driving less during the 2020 pandemic shutdown.

Ways you can lower your car insurance premiums
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FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has some smart sense on how you can lower your car insurance premiums as rates are expected to increase in 2022.

How to protect yourself from AirPod spying

AirPod spying is where someone can use Apple AirPods, wireless Bluetooth earbuds, and their iPhone or iPad to eavesdrop on your conversation.

New warnings about airpod spying
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FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has some smart sense about Airpod spying.

How to check apartment buildings for fire safety
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After the recent deadly apartment fires in New York and Philadelphia, you may wonder if the apartment building you live is safe. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has some Smart Sense on what to look for.

Retail sales drop 1.9% in December following early holiday rush

Americans sharply cut their spending in December after a burst of early spending in the fall that helped bolster the holiday season.

How Houston shoppers are saving money during inflation
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A trip to the grocery store these days is making our wallets lighter. Houstonians are telling our Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan what they're doing to save money.

Supreme Court blocks COVID-19 vaccine mandate for US businesses

The Supreme Court has stopped the Biden administration from enforcing a requirement that employees at large businesses be vaccinated against COVID-19 or undergo weekly testing and wear a mask on the job.