Underconsumption trend could help mental health
In a world of endless consumerism, the new trend of Underconsumption Core encourages mindful purchasing and repurposing, challenging the buy-buy-buy mentality.
New home insurance can offer buyers coverage for lower cost
While many homeowners in Texas are facing higher insurance premiums and some insurers have stopped writing new policies, one type of insurance is growing.
'New home' insurance options for Texans
Home insurance costs are soaring in Texas, but Hippo Insurance is stepping in to help new homebuyers with more affordable options.
Egg recall linked to salmonella upgraded to highest possible risk by FDA
Eggs recalled over salmonella concerns have been upgraded to the highest possible risk by the FDA.
No, the port strike did not cause a toilet paper shortage
Toilet paper makers say there's no shortage of the goods after seeing reports on social media of consumers buying up the items in stores.
Port strike suspended until Jan. 15 – here's what's ahead
A port strike involving some 45,000 dockworkers at East and Gulf Coast ports has been suspended until Jan. 15. Here's what's next.
Costco reveals price cuts on popular Kirkland Signature items
Costco announced price reductions on several Kirkland Signature products during its fourth-quarter earnings call, despite a recent membership fee increase.
Disneyland announces $50 kids ticket offer for limited time only
The special ticket offer is valid for visits Jan. 7 to Mar. 20, 2025.
Walmart to match Houston shopper donations for Hurricane Helene relief
Walmart will match Houston customer donations to American Red Cross made at check-out.
Underconsumption Core trend growing on TikTok
FOX 26's Heather Sullivan talks about the new trend blowing up on TikTok encouraging you NOT to buy.
Big Sur home made from giant wine barrels on sale for $3.3M. See inside
Have you ever loved wine so much that you wanted to live in it? Now you can, sort of.
Home heating costs to increase this winter; here's how much
With the prices to heat your home expected to spike during the winter months, this is how much you could be paying in your area.
Bank of America: Outage issues 'have largely been resolved'
Bank of America said that the issue has been "largely" resolved.
You need to make this much to live comfortably in Houston
The income needed to live comfortably is rising in nearly all major cities. Of the top 50 cities in America, five Texas cities make the list, and Houston is considered the least expensive.
CARFAX offers free way to check vehicles for flood damage
The number of flood-damaged cars in the U.S. continues to rise as hurricanes and storms roll in this year.
How to spot a flood damaged car
Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has the latest on this concerning trend and what you should be aware of before making any car purchases.
Houston has most flood-damaged cars in U.S.
According to Carfax, there are 89,000 more flood-damaged vehicles on the road this year alone due to recent storms. Consumer reporter Heather Sullivan is live with tips on how to check if that used car you're considering has been affected by flooding.
'Smishing' text message scam targeting TxTag toll customers
There’s a new scam going around, targeting people who drive on Texas toll roads. It involves fraudulent text messages that appear to be from TxTag or other toll agencies.
Jeep recalls 194,000 plug-in hybrid SUVs
Jeep is recalling 194,000 hybrid SUVs over a serious fire risk.
Verizon outage update: Service 'fully restored' after network disruptions
A widespread Verizon outage that began Monday morning seemed to be clearing up by late afternoon, not long after Verizon said there was "progress" toward restoring calls and texts.



















