Hurricane Beryl clean-up: How to help trees survive storms
Tree care after Hurricane Beryl, and preparing trees to weather storms.
CrowdStrike Outage: Texas AG issuing consumer alert warning of potential scams
The Texas Attorney General is issuing a warning for all Texans after the CrowdStrike outage that has affected numerous people.
BBB getting reports of roofing scammers after Beryl: How to choose reputable contractors
How to avoid storm chasers and choose reputable home repair contractors.
Millions of Bissell handheld steam cleaners recalled due to potential burn hazard
The Bissell Steam Shot handheld steam cleaners were sold between August 2008 and May 2024.
Temporary Housing Services in Spring provides trailer homes after disasters like Hurricane Beryl
A Houston-area company called Temporary Housing Services in Spring says it has already begun providing trailer homes to people whose homes were damaged by Beryl.
'Kidulting': How adults are becoming the top toy buyers
Kids, move aside. It’s the adults' turn to play. Data from Circana shows that adults 18 and up have surpassed kids, ages 3-5, to become the biggest customer demographic for the toy industry.
Texas-sized savings: RV rentals boom for summer getaway
More families saving money on vacation renting RVs.
IRS issues warning to taxpayers
The Internal Revenue Service is issuing a warning to taxpayers about a new scam on their radar that could cost you time and money.
Biden proposes capping national rent increases at 5%
Biden’s proposal to help cap rent hikes at 5% would only apply to certain landlords. Here’s what to know.
Skechers sues L.L. Bean over alleged shoe design copying
Skechers has filed a lawsuit against L.L. Bean for allegedly copying its shoe design.
Amazon Prime Day 2024 deals list: Guide to top savings, insider tips and more
Amazon Prime users can expect deals on electronics, back-to-school gear, outdoor items, wellness products and more as Prime Day starts this week. Here's what you need to know.
Hurricane Beryl disaster unemployment assistance available: How to apply
If you haven't been able to work due to Hurricane Beryl, you can now apply for unemployment benefits. Here's how.
AT&T hack: ‘Nearly all' customers' call, text records exposed in data breach
An AT&T data hack exposed “nearly all" of customers' call and text message records during a period in 2022, according to the company. Here’s what to know.
Hurricane Beryl's impact: 6% drop in FEMA flood insurance policies in Texas
Report finds 6% of Texas property owners canceled their flood insurance.
New York to roll out small shampoo bottle ban at hotels
Beginning on Jan. 1, 2025, hotels with more than 50 rooms will not be able to provide toiletry bottles under 12 ounces.
Inflation unexpectedly fell to 3% in June
The consumer price index (CPI), a broad measure of how much everyday goods like gasoline, groceries and rent cost, dropped 0.1% in June from the previous month. It marked the first monthly decline since May 2020.
Costco raising membership fees for 1st time since 2017
Costco is raising its membership fees for the first time in seven years. Here’s when the new fees will take effect.
Free EMT class offered as shortage continues
There's been a shortage of EMTs in Texas and nationwide since the pandemic. That's why one ambulance service is offering a free EMT training class to recruit more professionals.
Frozen chicken products recalled over listeria concerns
Frozen, ready-to-eat chicken products have been recalled due to the possibility of listeria contamination. Here’s what to know.
US home prices hit another all-time high
The median U.S. home sale price soared to $397,954 in June, which was a nearly 5% increase from the year prior, Redfin data shows.