How a Texas man paid off $47,000 amid credit card debt climbing
High inflation has driven up credit card debt to $67 billion in the last few months. That's why Juan Pinon wants those struggling to pay off debt to know that it can be done. He paid off $47,000 in less than three years.
High inflation has driven up credit card debt to $67 billion in the last few months. That's why Juan Pinon wants those struggling to pay off debt to know that it can be done. He paid off $47,000 in less than three years.
Skimpflation: What is it? Why are watchdogs telling people to look out for it?
Consumer watchdogs say "skimplflation," otherwise known as ingredient changes in foods and beverages is being more and more noticeable amid supply chain delays and shortages. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has the full report.
Consumer watchdogs say "skimplflation," otherwise known as ingredient changes in foods and beverages is being more and more noticeable amid supply chain delays and shortages. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has the full report.
COVID-19: Canada will no longer require masks on planes, drops vaccine mandate
The Canadian government will no longer require people to wear masks on planes. Government officials also confirmed Canada is dropping the vaccine requirement for people entering the country at the end of the month.
The Canadian government will no longer require people to wear masks on planes. Government officials also confirmed Canada is dropping the vaccine requirement for people entering the country at the end of the month.
New COVID-like virus found in bat could spread to humans, resist vaccines
Researchers say the bat virus, named Khosta-2, can infect human cells and is resistant to the antibodies of people who’ve been vaccinated for COVID-19.
Researchers say the bat virus, named Khosta-2, can infect human cells and is resistant to the antibodies of people who’ve been vaccinated for COVID-19.
4.4M Americans have received new omicron-targeted COVID-19 booster, CDC says
Some Americans who plan to get the shot, designed to target the most common omicron strains, said they are waiting because they either had COVID-19 recently or another booster.
Some Americans who plan to get the shot, designed to target the most common omicron strains, said they are waiting because they either had COVID-19 recently or another booster.
Should I get the new COVID booster and flu shot at the same time? Your questions, answered
With flu season approaching in the U.S., as well as the availability of the new omicron-designed COVID-19 booster for everyone 12 and up, here are some answers to common questions about the shots.
With flu season approaching in the U.S., as well as the availability of the new omicron-designed COVID-19 booster for everyone 12 and up, here are some answers to common questions about the shots.
Canada likely to drop vaccine requirement to enter, official says
Canada will likely drop the COVID-19 vaccine requirement for people who enter Canada by the end of September, an official familiar with the matter told The Associated Press.
Canada will likely drop the COVID-19 vaccine requirement for people who enter Canada by the end of September, an official familiar with the matter told The Associated Press.
Federal reserve to announce another interest rate hike
Economists and investors are on edge this week as many are fearful the fed may get too aggressive and send the economy into a downward spiral.
Economists and investors are on edge this week as many are fearful the fed may get too aggressive and send the economy into a downward spiral.
How is Harris County faring with current COVID-19 cases as we approach flu season?
As we approach flu season and with COVID-19 cases finally slowing down, Harris County leaders are still urging residents to stay boosted.
As we approach flu season and with COVID-19 cases finally slowing down, Harris County leaders are still urging residents to stay boosted.
Railroad and labor unions manage to find compromise, avoid strike
An economic crisis appears to have been averted after President Joe Biden and members of his cabinet met with both sides to help secure a deal and provide better working conditions.
An economic crisis appears to have been averted after President Joe Biden and members of his cabinet met with both sides to help secure a deal and provide better working conditions.
Looming railway worker strike could mean more food shortages
FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan shows how the strike during the height of inflation is already leaving some train passengers stranded.
FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan shows how the strike during the height of inflation is already leaving some train passengers stranded.
COVID-19 long haulers keeping faith while learning to live with ‘new normal’
Lingering symptoms of COVID-19 months and years later are affecting as many as 1 in 3 people who get the virus. Several patients are sharing their journey to finding a new normal.
Lingering symptoms of COVID-19 months and years later are affecting as many as 1 in 3 people who get the virus. Several patients are sharing their journey to finding a new normal.
COVID-19 long haulers keeping faith while learning to live with ?new normal?
Lingering symptoms of COVID months and years later affect as many as 1 in 3 people who get COVID. Several patients share their journey to finding a new normal.
Lingering symptoms of COVID months and years later affect as many as 1 in 3 people who get COVID. Several patients share their journey to finding a new normal.
Parts of China re-enter COVID-19 lockdown days before holiday travel
It said that outbreaks have been reported in 103 cities, the highest since the early days of the pandemic in early 2020.
It said that outbreaks have been reported in 103 cities, the highest since the early days of the pandemic in early 2020.
When Houstonians can get the COVID-19 'combo shots' targeting variants
FOX 26 sat down with Dr. Akash Patel with CVS Pharmacy in Houston to learn more after health officials recently gave emergency authorization for the COVID-19 ?combo shots? to help combat variants of the coronavirus.
FOX 26 sat down with Dr. Akash Patel with CVS Pharmacy in Houston to learn more after health officials recently gave emergency authorization for the COVID-19 ?combo shots? to help combat variants of the coronavirus.
Can you use expired COVID tests? Here’s how to check
While it might have seemed like a good idea to stockpile those free at-home tests, many are likely now expired. But you may still be able to use them — here’s how to check.
While it might have seemed like a good idea to stockpile those free at-home tests, many are likely now expired. But you may still be able to use them — here’s how to check.
CDC panel recommends tweaked COVID-19 booster
The tweaked COVID booster, which was approved in a fast-tracked strategy, is expected to be available next week after Labor Day.
The tweaked COVID booster, which was approved in a fast-tracked strategy, is expected to be available next week after Labor Day.
New test and treatments for patients with lingering COVID-19 symptoms
Known as long-haulers, many patients aren't sure if COVID-19 is truly what they are suffering from, but now a simple blood test may provide much-needed answers, along with a treatment plan.
Known as long-haulers, many patients aren't sure if COVID-19 is truly what they are suffering from, but now a simple blood test may provide much-needed answers, along with a treatment plan.
New test and treatments for patients with lingering COVID-19 symptoms
Known as long-haulers, many patients aren't sure if COVID-19 is truly what they are suffering from, but now a simple blood test may provide much-needed answers, along with a treatment plan.
Known as long-haulers, many patients aren't sure if COVID-19 is truly what they are suffering from, but now a simple blood test may provide much-needed answers, along with a treatment plan.
Inflation continues to be concern for voters amid upcoming election
We?re two months away from the midterm elections and voters across the country are eager to get to the polls.
We?re two months away from the midterm elections and voters across the country are eager to get to the polls.