US consumers added $16B in credit card debt so far this year, preliminary data shows
The average credit card deb per household was $11,019.
The average credit card deb per household was $11,019.
Crayola kits recalled nationwide over risk of 'serious injury or death'
A popular Crayola-branded magnetic building kit has been recalled nationwide over a risk of "serious injury or death" tied to the possible ingestion of loose magnets.
A popular Crayola-branded magnetic building kit has been recalled nationwide over a risk of "serious injury or death" tied to the possible ingestion of loose magnets.
Sticker shock pushes shoppers out of new-car market as affordability crisis deepens
Auto industry experts say consumers turning to used cars find little relief as prices remain elevated.
Auto industry experts say consumers turning to used cars find little relief as prices remain elevated.
Survey reveals: Who's getting tips for the holidays – and how much?
Data shows that holiday tipping is down slightly and amounts are mostly flat. Here’s a look at who is getting tips for the holidays and how much.
Data shows that holiday tipping is down slightly and amounts are mostly flat. Here’s a look at who is getting tips for the holidays and how much.
With 'Trump Accounts,' your child could qualify for $1,000: What to know
Trump’s new $1,000 baby accounts and a major donation could grow kids’ savings. Here's what to know.
Trump’s new $1,000 baby accounts and a major donation could grow kids’ savings. Here's what to know.
Private sector unexpectedly lost 32,000 jobs in November, ADP says
Companies in the private sector lost 32,000 jobs in November, payroll processing firm ADP said Wednesday.
Companies in the private sector lost 32,000 jobs in November, payroll processing firm ADP said Wednesday.
Houston Third Ward program brings new businesses to community
A new program from Houston's Project Row Houses is helping four entrepreneurs bring their businesses and specialties to the Third Ward community. Here's what two of those entrepreneurs told FOX 26's Leslie DelasBour of their experiences.
A new program from Houston's Project Row Houses is helping four entrepreneurs bring their businesses and specialties to the Third Ward community. Here's what two of those entrepreneurs told FOX 26's Leslie DelasBour of their experiences.
FDA: Recalled baby formula that sickened 39 babies with infant botulism is still on some store shelves
The FDA says some ByHeart products are still being found on shelves at stores including Walmart, Target and Kroger despite the ongoing recall. Here’s what we know.
The FDA says some ByHeart products are still being found on shelves at stores including Walmart, Target and Kroger despite the ongoing recall. Here’s what we know.
Lego unveils life-size World Cup trophy in new FIFA partnership
Lego and FIFA announced a new partnership unveiling a life-size Lego replica of the World Cup trophy, built from 2,842 bricks and matching the original’s 36.8-centimeter height.
Lego and FIFA announced a new partnership unveiling a life-size Lego replica of the World Cup trophy, built from 2,842 bricks and matching the original’s 36.8-centimeter height.
Shredded cheese sold in 31 states recalled over metal fragment contamination, FDA says
The shredded cheese was sold in multiple states, including California, Florida, Georgia, New York, and Pennsylvania.
The shredded cheese was sold in multiple states, including California, Florida, Georgia, New York, and Pennsylvania.
BBB warns consumers of tap-to-pay scams this holiday season
A warning before you shop in a crowded mall or attend a busy festival or sporting event this holiday season. The Better Business Bureau is issuing an alert that tap-to-pay scams are rising.
A warning before you shop in a crowded mall or attend a busy festival or sporting event this holiday season. The Better Business Bureau is issuing an alert that tap-to-pay scams are rising.
Oil and gas prices expected to stay significantly lower through 2026
Noticing some relief at the gas pump? Oil and gas prices are expected to stay significantly lower through 2026, according to the latest forecast from the Energy Information Administration.
Noticing some relief at the gas pump? Oil and gas prices are expected to stay significantly lower through 2026, according to the latest forecast from the Energy Information Administration.
Tap-to-pay scam: BBB warns consumers of ghost tapping
The Better Business Bureau is issuing an alert that tap-to-pay scams are rising. Here's how ghost tapping works and what you need to look out for.
The Better Business Bureau is issuing an alert that tap-to-pay scams are rising. Here's how ghost tapping works and what you need to look out for.
FDA: Seven deaths and 736 serious injuries due to issue with some FreeStyle Libre glucose monitoring systems
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued an alert after certain FreeStyle Libre glucose monitor sensors are providing incorrect low glucose readings.
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued an alert after certain FreeStyle Libre glucose monitor sensors are providing incorrect low glucose readings.
Over 200K camping stoves sold at Walmart recalled after reports of explosions, burns
Ozark brand camping stoves have been recalled after reports of explosions that caused injuries including second-degree burns.
Ozark brand camping stoves have been recalled after reports of explosions that caused injuries including second-degree burns.
'Santa Frauds' and the 12 scams of Christmas: BBB warnings ahead of 2025 holidays
The holiday season brings cheer, and unfortunately, a surge in scams. The Better Business Bureau recently released its annual “12 Scams of the Holidays," highlighting some of the most common tricks scammers use to steal money or personal data around this time of year.
The holiday season brings cheer, and unfortunately, a surge in scams. The Better Business Bureau recently released its annual “12 Scams of the Holidays," highlighting some of the most common tricks scammers use to steal money or personal data around this time of year.
Trump administration seeking to stop SNAP payments to Democrat-led states for not providing enrollee records
During President Trump’s cabinet meeting Tuesday, Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins said the administration will stop Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP) payments to Democratic-controlled states if they don’t provide information on those receiving the assistance.
During President Trump’s cabinet meeting Tuesday, Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins said the administration will stop Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP) payments to Democratic-controlled states if they don’t provide information on those receiving the assistance.
Nissan recalls over 40,000 Sentras due to defective windshields with air bubbles
The recall impacts 2025 Nissan Sentra cars, and here's what you need to know.
The recall impacts 2025 Nissan Sentra cars, and here's what you need to know.
Holiday online sales feature artificial intelligence that may help, or hurt
Cyber sales have become a vital tool for holiday shoppers and retailers, alike. Web analysis firm Adobe Analytics projects Cyber Monday sales will top a record $14 billion.
Cyber sales have become a vital tool for holiday shoppers and retailers, alike. Web analysis firm Adobe Analytics projects Cyber Monday sales will top a record $14 billion.
New SNAP requirements now in effect, USDA planning major overhaul of program
Around 42 million low-income Americans rely on the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program, known as SNAP or food stamps, to buy groceries. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) oversees the program and says it is working on a major overhaul to root out waste, fraud, and abuse.
Around 42 million low-income Americans rely on the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program, known as SNAP or food stamps, to buy groceries. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) oversees the program and says it is working on a major overhaul to root out waste, fraud, and abuse.