Congress agrees upon child tax credit expansion
Congress's top tax writers are pushing a new bipartisan tax agreement which includes numerous tax breaks for parents and U.S. companies. FOX News Correspondent Rebekah Castor breaks down the numbers.
Congress's top tax writers are pushing a new bipartisan tax agreement which includes numerous tax breaks for parents and U.S. companies. FOX News Correspondent Rebekah Castor breaks down the numbers.
Inflation rate: Companies maintain high prices
Although inflation continues to slow down, from a one-time high of more than nine percent, a lot of consumers are still finding prices stubbornly high. FOX 26 Business Reporter Tom Zizka says many of the companies that make things we buy want to keep it that way.
Although inflation continues to slow down, from a one-time high of more than nine percent, a lot of consumers are still finding prices stubbornly high. FOX 26 Business Reporter Tom Zizka says many of the companies that make things we buy want to keep it that way.
Inflation saw increase in December 2023
Inflation in the U.S. increased in December after a rapid cooling through most of 2023. FOX Business Correspondent Edward Lawrence has more.
Inflation in the U.S. increased in December after a rapid cooling through most of 2023. FOX Business Correspondent Edward Lawrence has more.
US government shutdown looms
A U.S. government shutdown is looming and time is running out for lawmakers. FOX's Caroline Shively reports on how lawmakers are flexing their muscles to get what they want.
A U.S. government shutdown is looming and time is running out for lawmakers. FOX's Caroline Shively reports on how lawmakers are flexing their muscles to get what they want.
What job growth means for the economy
Employers added more jobs than expected in December ending a year that defies predictions. Despite signs of a resilient economy, FOX 26's Business Reporter Tom Zizka says there may be some trouble behind the headline.
Employers added more jobs than expected in December ending a year that defies predictions. Despite signs of a resilient economy, FOX 26's Business Reporter Tom Zizka says there may be some trouble behind the headline.
More hospitals requiring masks as flu, COVID-19 cases surge
More U.S. hospitals are requiring masks and limiting visitors as health officials face a post-holiday spike in flu and other illnesses.
More U.S. hospitals are requiring masks and limiting visitors as health officials face a post-holiday spike in flu and other illnesses.
Housing market outlook in 2024
The housing market in 2024 is looking positive! Houston Association of Realtor's Chair Cathy Trevino has more on what to watch in the market as 2023 comes to an end.
The housing market in 2024 is looking positive! Houston Association of Realtor's Chair Cathy Trevino has more on what to watch in the market as 2023 comes to an end.
Congress faces two government shutdown deadlines
Congress has a list of "to-do" items and there's not much time left to avoid a government shutdown. FOX's Chad Pergram reports.
Congress has a list of "to-do" items and there's not much time left to avoid a government shutdown. FOX's Chad Pergram reports.
New COVID-19 strain moving across the country
A new COVID-19 strain is now moving across the country and lawmakers and doctors are urging everyone to get the latest COVID-19 vaccine.
A new COVID-19 strain is now moving across the country and lawmakers and doctors are urging everyone to get the latest COVID-19 vaccine.
Harris County Constable deputy rescue ducklings stuck in storm drain
One Harris County Constable Deputy helped save some ducklings that were stuck in a storm drain.
One Harris County Constable Deputy helped save some ducklings that were stuck in a storm drain.
JN.1 COVID-19 variant: What to know about the latest virus strain
The latest virus strain was first identified in the United States in September.
The latest virus strain was first identified in the United States in September.
CDC warns of low vaccination rates
You have a lot of get togethers happening, and the CDC is saying that not a whole lot of people have been vaccinated for COVID, the flu or RSV.
You have a lot of get togethers happening, and the CDC is saying that not a whole lot of people have been vaccinated for COVID, the flu or RSV.
Roberts Middle School students in Richmond getting everyone into the Christmas spirit
Students at Roberts Middle School are getting everyone in the Christmas spirit!
Students at Roberts Middle School are getting everyone in the Christmas spirit!
Interest rates hold, possible cuts in 2024
US financial markets finished the week with the strongest results of the year due to the suggestion interest rates could be cut in the new year. FOX 26 Business Reporter Tom Zizka has a look at how consumers might benefit.
US financial markets finished the week with the strongest results of the year due to the suggestion interest rates could be cut in the new year. FOX 26 Business Reporter Tom Zizka has a look at how consumers might benefit.
Fed leaves interest rates unchanged again
United States stocks climbed to a new 2023 high as the Federal Reserve left interest rates unchanged for the third straight month showing inflation is slowing down.
United States stocks climbed to a new 2023 high as the Federal Reserve left interest rates unchanged for the third straight month showing inflation is slowing down.
Health officials suggest vaccine before holidays
With many of us making plans for holiday gatherings and New Year's Eve parties, it's important to protect our health. Dr. David Persse of the Houston Health Department recommends you get the Novavax COVID-19 vaccine before the holiday break.
With many of us making plans for holiday gatherings and New Year's Eve parties, it's important to protect our health. Dr. David Persse of the Houston Health Department recommends you get the Novavax COVID-19 vaccine before the holiday break.
PPP loan fraud: Houston brother, sister charged in $1.2M COVID relief fraud
A brother and sister from the Houston area have been charged with submitting false COVID-19 relief loan applications and receiving nearly $1.2 million in fraudulent funds.
A brother and sister from the Houston area have been charged with submitting false COVID-19 relief loan applications and receiving nearly $1.2 million in fraudulent funds.
Ken Paxton suing Pfizer over Covid vaccine
Attorney General Ken Paxton sues Pfizer over the effectiveness of the company's COVID-19 vaccine. Paxton says Pfizer misrepresented the effectiveness of the vaccine and accuses Pfizer of trying to censor public discussion about the vaccine.
Attorney General Ken Paxton sues Pfizer over the effectiveness of the company's COVID-19 vaccine. Paxton says Pfizer misrepresented the effectiveness of the vaccine and accuses Pfizer of trying to censor public discussion about the vaccine.
Free COVID-19 tests ahead of holiday travel
The holiday season means spreading joy and maybe unintentionally, spreading germs. The Biden Administration is offering to send another round of free at-home COVID tests in preparation for a potential surge is offering to send another round of free at-home Covid tests.
The holiday season means spreading joy and maybe unintentionally, spreading germs. The Biden Administration is offering to send another round of free at-home COVID tests in preparation for a potential surge is offering to send another round of free at-home Covid tests.
Government offering more free COVID-19 tests for home delivery through the mail
The new release of free COVID-19 nasal swab tests comes ahead of the first winter since the pandemic started that insurers are no longer required to cover the cost of them.
The new release of free COVID-19 nasal swab tests comes ahead of the first winter since the pandemic started that insurers are no longer required to cover the cost of them.