Astro: Amazon introduces new 'The Jetsons'-like robot

Amazon’s new robot can hear, see and follow you around the home, but it's no Rosey the Robot.

Many of us need to think about protecting our digital history, just like a will

With as much time as we spend online, with social media, or conducting business, a lot of us are leaving a significant digital trail behind us. Unfortunately, planning what happens to it, when we're gone, can be a costly mistake.

Federal student loan servicers changing for millions of borrowers

When the pause on federal student loan payments ends January 31, millions of borrowers will discover their loan servicing company has changed.

Nestle recalls over 27,000 pounds of frozen DiGiorno pizzas due to mislabeling

Some frozen DiGiorno pizzas are being recalled after it was discovered they were mislabeled and could pose a threat to consumers with a soy allergy.

Most Harris County homeowners likely to pay more taxes despite rate cut

Homeowners in Harris County are expected to get a lower property tax rate after a compromise was reached in a contentious battle among Commissioners, but it may not save them much money.

Property tax cut could soon be on the way for Harris County residents
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FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has some smart sense on a property tax cut that could soon be on the way for residents in Harris County.

Beverage container shortage, leads to limited supplies on store shelves

Take a stroll down some grocery aisles, and you may notice some empty spots. A recent addition, in some HEB stores, notes glass, plastic, and aluminum packaging may be in limited supply.

Walmart won’t offer layaway option this holiday season

Layaway won’t be an option for holiday shoppers at Walmart, but the company is introducing another way to purchase through installments.

Snorkels sold at Costco recalled over drowning hazard

Snorkels sold exclusively at Costco are being recalled amid reports that the products can leak and pose a drowning hazard, U.S. officials say.

This year's hot holiday toys, how to find them

It might seem early to talk about toy shopping for the holidays, but experts say start now because there is a toy shortage and popular toys will be harder to find than usual.

Toy Insider's Hot 20 Toys for 2021
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FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has more on some of the hot toys that may be difficult to find due to a toy shortage.

Millions of Boppy products recalled after link to infant deaths

3.3 million Boppy products have been recalled after at least eight infant deaths were reportedly tied to the company's newborn loungers.

100+ scammers prosecuted for fraudulent PPP loans

A Houston man has pled guilty to fraudulently obtaining $1.6 million in Paycheck Protection Program loans.

$1.6M given to Houston man through fraudulent PPP loan
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A Houston man is facing charges after fraudulently obtaining $1.6 million from a PPP loan. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has the details.

Costco warns customers over delays on essential household item

Costco Wholesale is issuing a warning to customers that have purchased toilet paper and other common household items online, saying they may face delays in receiving their orders.