House passes bill to avert railroad strike, impose deal on unions
If an agreement wasn't reached before a Dec. 9 deadline, the unions threatened to strike -- which would have devastating effects on the U.S. economy.
Inflation relief checks going to residents in these states. See if you qualify
With inflation running near the highest level in 40 years, Republican and Democratic leaders in some states are offering stimulus payments to residents.
Furniture company lays off thousands in a memo just days before Thanksgiving
Nearly the entire workforce of the Mississippi-based company got a memo informing them not to come to work the next day.
Black Friday taking a back seat to Small Business Saturday this year
Inflation is shifting consumers' and retailers' behavior.
Houston has the lowest rise in inflation compared to some metropolitan cities, new survey finds
While inflation continues to dominate headlines and affect the country, and that includes at the dinner table, a recent survey found Houston has the lowest rise compared to other cities.
Good news: Private student loan interest rates tumble for 5- and 10-year loans
The latest private student loan interest rates from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
Inflation slowdown? Not in some cities, where consumer prices still top 12%
One city, in particular, is seeing the highest inflation rate in the country, still above 12%.
US consumer inflation slowed to 7.7% in October
Consumer inflation reached 7.7% in October from a year earlier and 0.4% from September, the Labor Department said Thursday.
Texas oyster season begins with severe restrictions for fishermen
Texas oyster fishermen say the recent restriction on oyster bays aren't only threatening their livelihood, but could also be dangerous for the oysters.
How steep interest rate hikes impact your finances
Mortgage rates continue to jump, home sales slump and credit cards and auto loans increase.
Federal Reserve raises interest rate by three-quarters of a point
The Fed’s move raised its key short-term rate to a range of 3.75% to 4%, its highest level in 15 years.
US diesel supplier warns businesses to prepare for shortages, higher prices for consumers
The company suggests being aware of tank levels and not 'panic buying' fuel.
Social Security benefits to rise by record amount in 2023: Check how much money you could receive
More than 64 million Americans collecting Social Security will receive the bigger payments beginning in January, the administration said.
Prices on new, used vehicles finally begin to creep down from inflated highs
Even with the average price of new and used vehicles beginning to ease, auto purchases remain unaffordable for many, with average prices still 30% to 50% above where they were in early 2020.
Houston job growth remains strong, but concerns grow for the coming year
Amid talk of rising interest rates and a likely-recession, the Houston-area's job growth was stronger than expected in September.
How much are apartments in Houston? Rent by neighborhoods, areas
Houston rent prices continue to increase year-by-year and if you're looking to move within the Houston area, you'll find some neighborhoods are more affordable than others.
IRS inflation adjustment could lower your tax bill in 2023
The changes are meant to help Americans whose earnings haven’t kept up with the increased cost of living.
Biden to release up to 15 million barrels of oil from strategic reserve
President Joe Biden will announce the release of 15 million barrels of oil from the U.S. strategic reserve Wednesday as part of a response to recent production cuts announced by OPEC+ nations.
BP invests more than $4 billion in Houston renewable energy
BP says they plan to invest $4.1 billion in Houston-based Archaea Energy to help deliver cleaner energy.
Social Security benefits to jump by 8.7% in 2023
The Social Security cost-of-living adjustment means the average recipient will receive more than $140 a month starting in January.