Medicare Open Enrollment will bring higher costs for recipients

When Medicare open enrollment begins October 15, most of the nation's 69 million recipients will face higher prices in premiums, deductibles and surcharges.

IRS direct deposit stimulus in October? Here’s what we know

Rumors are circulating online about an IRS direct deposit stimulus payment hitting bank accounts in October or before year’s end. Are they true?

UPS may begin disposing of imported packages over customs issues

UPS may begin "disposing of" imported packages if they cannot clear U.S. customs regulations amid rapidly shifting import rules and requirements.

U.S. oil prices falls to five-month low
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Crude oil prices to $58.79 per barrel on Friday. FOX 26 Business Reporter Tom Zizka explains.

Verizon blames outage on "acts of vandalism" in Los Angeles area

Verizon customers across the U.S., but especially along the West Coast, reported problems with their phone service Friday morning. The company now says vandals in Southern California were to blame.

Hyundai recalling over 135,000 vehicles due to fire risk

The recall covers certain model 2024-2025 Hyundai Santa Fe cars that have faulty starter motor covers that may short circuit in crashes.

Few homeowners had insurance during Texas floods
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A new report reveals how the insurance crisis made the July 4th floods in Central Texas even worse for so many people who lost their homes and businesses. FOX 26's Heather Sullivan explains more on these findings.

Lithium-ion batteries: Fire hazards they pose in electronic devices, toys

This week is Fire Prevention Week and firefighters are focused on warning you about the dangers and safe use of lithium-ion batteries.

Knowing how to use a fire extinguisher
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It's Fire Prevention Week and firefighters want you to know how to prevent fires or what to do to stop one. FOX 26's Heather Sullivan is at Cy-Fair Fire Department to share more on staying safe inside your home.

Risks, dangers of lithium-ion batteries
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This week is Fire Prevention Week and firefighters warn about the dangers and safe use of lithium-ion batteries. FOX 26's Heather Sullivan visited the Cy-Fair Fire Department to learn more about staying safe.

Grocery bills are most expensive in these major cities, analysis finds

Grocery prices are a big financial stressor for many Americans, and here are the major cities that may be feeling the pinch the most.

Social Security recipients getting double payments this October; here's why

The Social Security Administration sends some benefits early when the 1st falls on a weekend or holiday. Here’s which recipients will get a double payment this month.