American Airlines makes changes to frequent flyer program, boosting perks
American Airlines is making changes to its frequent flyer program, AAdvantage, adding benefits for its loyal travelers. Here's what you need to know.
Fake Stanley cups scam prompts warnings from cops
Police said they found fake versions of the popular cups online for under $20.
Houston Methodist opens new donor milk depot as need rises
Houston Methodist has opened a new milk depot in Sugar Land, the first in Fort Bend County, where nursing mothers can donate breast milk for infants.
Lead-tainted applesauce pouches contained additional potential toxic substance, FDA says
More than 200 people in 37 states may have been sickened by the tainted fruit pouches. Officials say consumers who ate the applesauce should seek medical care and discard the products.
When will the IRS start accepting tax returns in 2024? When you can file, other things to know
Americans can soon begin filing their 2023 tax returns. Here are some changes to know as taxpayers begin the process.
Regulators warn Amazon-sold replacement batteries for Dyson vacuums linked to fires
CPSC said there was one report of smoke inhalation associated with the battery packs
Zillow predicts hottest housing markets for 2024 – and they're all in the East, Midwest
Zillow found that the Midwest, Great Lakes and East Coast were home to all of 2024’s hottest markets.
Wagyu market projected to grow by nearly $3.6 billion over next few years: report
The Asia-Pacific region is projected to account for 74% of the market's growth
Apple Vision Pro headset gets official release date
Apple CEO Tim Cook called the headset 'most advanced consumer electronics device ever created'
Uplift Harris application delayed: Program to provide residents with $500 guaranteed monthly income
The application portal is opening for Uplift Harris, Harris County’s guaranteed income program for low-income households.
FOX 26 Consumer Report
A study says some college grads are unprepared for the professional world and soda taxes lead to better health outcomes.
Blue Ridge Beef pet food recall widens to 16 states
Blue Ridge Beef’s recall of three of its pet food products has widened, bringing the number of states where the potentially tainted items were sold to 16.
Salmonella outbreak linked to charcuterie trays sold at Sam's Club
The charcuterie trays were shipped to Sam’s Club distribution centers in eight states across the country, where at least two dozen people have been sickened.
Consumer warning: HoMedics Therapist Select Massagers recalled
HoMedics has issued a recall for their Therapist Select Percussion Personal Massagers following concerns of fire and burn hazards.
Credit card debt hits record $1 trillion, young adults have highest delinquencies
Credit card debt has reached new highs, hitting a record $1.08 trillion nationwide. Young adults are experiencing the most delinquent payments.
Paying off credit card debt
Record $1 trillion in holiday credit card debt, and it's the young adults facing late payments. Get smart tips from consumer reporter Heather Sullivan on paying it down
Verizon settlement could mean you get $100. Here’s how to qualify
Verizon customers charged an administrative fee by the company can file a claim. Here's what you need to know.
Best Buy stopping sales of DVD's, Blu-Ray discs
Best Buy has announced they're phasing out all sales of DVD's and Blu-Rays.
Microsoft adds AI button to keyboards to summon chatbots
Starting this month, some new personal computers that run Microsoft’s Windows 11 operating system will have a special “Copilot key” that launches the software giant’s AI chatbot.
Lower gas prices expected in 2024 and weather, geopolitics could play role
Analysts said growing oil production in the U.S., as well as greater inventories, could lead to prices falling by at least 15 cents through the year.