Gov. Abbott announces $2.5 billion in food benefits for Texas families in need

With the COVID-19 pandemic still a threat to the U.S. and Texas, Governor Greg Abbott announced Thursday more help is on the way for families in need.

IHOP revives plan to launch flip’d, a fast-casual concept for breakfast on the go

IHOP planned to insert itself into the fast-food breakfast lane last year with flip’d. But much like the rest of life in 2020, those plans were disrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Ford unveils battery-powered Ford F-150 Lightning in electric debut

"If you lose power at home like the ice storms in Texas, the F-150 will power your house for day upon day," said Ford President and CEO Jim Farley. "It is all seamless and controlled through your phone on FordPass App."

Sister hopes to get justice for U.S. Army vet fatally shot in Houston
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It has now been one week since U.S. Army veteran Darrell Tezeno was shot and killed here in Houston, and so far no one has been arrested. Our Damali Keith spoke with his sister, who hopes to get justice.

Fees and surcharges return as summer travel picks up
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For the past year, airlines and hotels have mostly waived fees and surcharges. But as summer travel picks up, so have the prices. PJ Sands, travel advisor with LUXE Worldwide Travel shares some tips.

California DMV places Tesla’s ‘Full Self-Driving’ under review

California’s DMV is reviewing whether Tesla is violating a state regulation by advertising its vehicles as being fully autonomous without meeting the legal definition of self-driving. The probe comes amid several high-profile crashes nationwide — including a fatal wreck in California — involving Autopilot in recent weeks.

88% of children covered by monthly payments starting in July

Qualified families will receive a payment of up to $300 per month for each child under 6 and up to $250 per month for children between the ages of 6 and 17.

Event planner gives tips on dealing with the worldwide flower shortage

We have dealt with many shortages in the last year. Now, your wedding or event may not feature the blooms of your dreams due to a shortage of flowers worldwide.

Restaurants are hiring!
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You may be noticing longer wait times at your favorite restaurant, help wanted signs as well. Restaurants are hiring; they just need workers to come back. So we have Michelle Castro from Workforce Solutions. Joining us live Friday morning!

Grace Pizza & Shakes wants you to leave encouraged, inspired

A couple of restaurant owners are sharing not only good food with their customers but also their faith and their testimonies, giving the gift of grace.

COVID-19 traveler refunds: Senators urge airlines to refund $10B in canceled flights

Senators Edward Markey and Richard Blumenthal believe airlines are sitting on $10 billion in pandemic-related credits and are asking the companies to offer cash refunds to travelers.

Man’s date goes viral after roommate asks Diamondbacks to spy on pair at game

A man on a second date at the Arizona Diamondbacks game unexpectedly went viral after his roommate asked the MLB team on Twitter to provide a status update on the rendezvous.

Baby names: Here are the most popular boy and girl names of 2020

The Social Security Administration on Friday shared the top baby names for boys and girls of 2020, with Mason and Ethan falling out of the top 10.

Woman from Mali, who expected 7 babies, gives birth to 9

Mali’s Ministry of Health says a Malian woman has given birth to nine babies after only expecting seven.

Restaurant Revitalization Plan
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Our Fox 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan speaks to Chris Meagher, White House Deputy Press Secretary about President Joe Biden's Restaurant Revitalization Fund.

Restaurants, bars and food trucks can apply for federal grants, White House official says
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Fox 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan speaks with White House Deputy Press Secretary Chris Meagher on President Joe Biden's Restaurant Revitalization Fund, which works to aid restaurants hurt by the COVID-19 pandemic.