Mortgage rates rise for second straight week, highest since July
The highest mortgage rate this year was at the beginning of May.
Pet food recalled over bird flu contamination, house cat dead
A national recall was issued after an Oregon cat died from eating raw pet food contaminated with the bird flu.
Potential 'fungal contamination' leads to nationwide recall of popular brand of eye drops: FDA
A popular brand of eye drops is being recalled nationwide after a consumer reported a "foreign material" was found in a sealed vial, causing potential contamination.
FDA raises Costco egg recall to highest risk level over salmonella fears
The FDA issued the highest level of risk of Category 1 to a recall concerning eggs sold at Costco that could be contaminated with salmonella.
In-person shopping makes comeback amid record-spending holiday season
Total holiday spending this year is expected to be at least $24 billion higher than last year, according to the National Retail Federation.
Texas HHS encourages low income families to apply for WIC benefits
WIC helps low-income families with food benefits, nutrition education, and breastfeeding support, and less than half of eligible Texas children are receiving them.
Texas families encouraged to apply for WIC benefits
Texas Health and Human Services is encouraging families to apply for WIC benefits, as only about half of eligible Texas children are receiving them. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has more details.
Amazon strike: Will it affect delivery of your packages?
Amazon delivery drivers are on strike in a handful of U.S. cities.
Wells Fargo, JPMorgan, Bank of America face federal lawsuit over Zelle payment fraud
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau says the banks failed to protect hundreds of thousands of consumers from rampant fraud on the popular payments network Zelle.
Big Lots to start holding 'Going out of Business' sales at remaining locations
Big Lots announced it will likely not complete its purchase agreement to sell off its assets as part of a Chapter 11 bankruptcy, and is holding Going Out Of Business sales now.
Holiday return policy changes: Some stores shortening windows
Need to return a gift that wasn't quite right? Some stores are shortening their holiday return windows. Target, Kohl's, Best Buy, and Macy's are among them.
Frito-Lay announces limited recall of popular potato chips in these states
Frito-Lay issued a "limited" recall of its Lay’s Classic Potato Chips because the bags may contain an undeclared allergen.
San Francisco-based shellfish company, FDA issue oyster recall over norovirus concerns
The oysters were sent to retailers and distributors in 15 states, the FDA said.
Frontier Airlines brings back annual flight pass: What to know
Frontier Airlines is bringing back its unlimited flight pass for 2025. Here’s what to know about it.
How to help protect seniors from scams
Holiday family gatherings are good opportunities to help protect seniors from scams.
Christmas gift spending per child by state
Want to know how your Christmas gift budget stacks up? Here’s a look at survey results showing how much parents across the country expect to spend per child this year.
Proposed Texas tax change could add costs for online sellers
A proposed tax change in Texas could significantly impact small businesses selling online, raising concerns about increased costs and potential business closures.
Proposed tax change could impact small businesses
Small business owners in Texas who sell online are sounding the alarm about a proposed tax change that they say could take a dangerous cut out of their finances.
Expert confident about 2025 real estate market: What buyers may be missing
As consumers patiently wait for mortgage rates to settle, the Century 21 Real Estate CEO is flagging consumers about "positive signs" that are emerging from the real estate market.
Here's the median net worth of homeowners vs. renters
Homeownership is often viewed as a primary way to build wealth in the U.S., particularly for low- to moderate-income households.