New car shortages, and rising used car prices, are making car repair garages very busy
A computer-chip shortage is still slowing the production of new vehicles, which is also driving up the price of used cars. With limited inventory on car lots, used car prices jumped more than 10%, in June, according to the Commerce Department.
A computer-chip shortage is still slowing the production of new vehicles, which is also driving up the price of used cars. With limited inventory on car lots, used car prices jumped more than 10%, in June, according to the Commerce Department.
Man shares burn story from propane grill to warn others
A member of our FOX family in Philadelphia is sharing his story of being burned from a propane grill malfunction to warn others.
A member of our FOX family in Philadelphia is sharing his story of being burned from a propane grill malfunction to warn others.
Car garages dealing with shortage of computer chips
FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Tom Zizka has more about the shortage.
FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Tom Zizka has more about the shortage.
Grill safety: Preventing dangerous grilling incidents
Grilling out is a popular summer activity, but thousands of people end up in the emergency room every year due to grilling accidents. Erik Smith shared his story after burns from a propane grill malfunction on the fourth of July weekend.
Grilling out is a popular summer activity, but thousands of people end up in the emergency room every year due to grilling accidents. Erik Smith shared his story after burns from a propane grill malfunction on the fourth of July weekend.
Carrots sold to retailers nationwide recalled over salmonella concerns
Grimmway Farms carrots were sold under multiple brand names.
Grimmway Farms carrots were sold under multiple brand names.
Restaurant shortages could impact consumer prices
Going out to eat at your favorite restaurant may soon be way more expensive as the cost of goods rises for restaurant owners, with some supplies being out of stock completely.
Going out to eat at your favorite restaurant may soon be way more expensive as the cost of goods rises for restaurant owners, with some supplies being out of stock completely.
Understanding Houston renters' rights when mold grows in their apartments
We often hear from viewers who say they have mold growing in their apartments and they can't get it fixed. But it's a health hazard, and renters have rights.
We often hear from viewers who say they have mold growing in their apartments and they can't get it fixed. But it's a health hazard, and renters have rights.
Understanding Houston renters' rights when mold grows in their apartments
Some residents have experienced mold growing in their apartments. FOX 26?s Heather Sullivan has some smart sense on renters' rights and what you can do if you run into this health hazard.
Some residents have experienced mold growing in their apartments. FOX 26?s Heather Sullivan has some smart sense on renters' rights and what you can do if you run into this health hazard.
COVID-19 treatment could cost you more this year
People who catch COVID-19 this year may face much higher medical bills than if they had caught the disease last year.
People who catch COVID-19 this year may face much higher medical bills than if they had caught the disease last year.
Insurance companies resume deductibles, copays for COVID-19 treatments
People who get COVID-19 this year might face higher medical bills than last year. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan helps break it down and explain why that is and what you should be on the lookout for.
People who get COVID-19 this year might face higher medical bills than last year. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan helps break it down and explain why that is and what you should be on the lookout for.
Zero-click attacks: the new way hackers can get into your phone
Cyber experts have discovered they are vulnerable to a new way that hackers can attack when you're using public Wi-Fi hot spots.
Cyber experts have discovered they are vulnerable to a new way that hackers can attack when you're using public Wi-Fi hot spots.
Muffins recalled from Walmart, Sam's Club and other stores over listeria concern
Muffin products at popular grocery chains are being recalled due to a possible listeria contamination.
Muffin products at popular grocery chains are being recalled due to a possible listeria contamination.
Protecting your device from zero-click attacks
Cyber experts have discovered that people with mobile phones or tablets may be vulnerable to a new way that hackers can access phones using public WiFi hotspots. Consumer reporter Heather Sullivan has some smart sense on how to protect your devices.
Cyber experts have discovered that people with mobile phones or tablets may be vulnerable to a new way that hackers can access phones using public WiFi hotspots. Consumer reporter Heather Sullivan has some smart sense on how to protect your devices.
Passport scams on the rise due to massive processing backlog, BBB warns
As many as 2 million Americans are eagerly awaiting their passports to be issued or renewed by the U.S. State Department, and the processing backlog is creating an opportunity for scammers to take advantage of impatient travelers.
As many as 2 million Americans are eagerly awaiting their passports to be issued or renewed by the U.S. State Department, and the processing backlog is creating an opportunity for scammers to take advantage of impatient travelers.
Wedding boom on amid shortages for flowers and gowns
A post-pandemic wedding rush is on as many couples are rescheduling weddings they cancelled last year.
A post-pandemic wedding rush is on as many couples are rescheduling weddings they cancelled last year.
Wedding boom amid shortages in venues, flowers, gowns
A wedding rush has emerged after so many couples cancelled the occasion last year. The wedding boom has brought on shortages and higher prices for items like flowers and wedding gowns.
A wedding rush has emerged after so many couples cancelled the occasion last year. The wedding boom has brought on shortages and higher prices for items like flowers and wedding gowns.
Houston renters face more health hazards in apartments after sewage leak
The City of Houston Code Enforcement has slapped an apartment complex with warnings for several more health hazards after a sewage leak.
The City of Houston Code Enforcement has slapped an apartment complex with warnings for several more health hazards after a sewage leak.
Houston renters face more health hazards in apartments after sewage leak
The City of Houston Code Enforcement has slapped an apartment complex with warnings for several more health hazards after a sewage leak.
The City of Houston Code Enforcement has slapped an apartment complex with warnings for several more health hazards after a sewage leak.
Answers to questions about Child Tax Credit monthly payments
The IRS started sending out child tax credit payments today.
The IRS started sending out child tax credit payments today.
Answering your FAQ's on the Child Tax Credit
The IRS has started sending out those child tax credit payments starting Thursday. We know a lot of you also have a lot of questions, so we turn to our consumer reporter Heather Sullivan for some answers.
The IRS has started sending out those child tax credit payments starting Thursday. We know a lot of you also have a lot of questions, so we turn to our consumer reporter Heather Sullivan for some answers.