Houston mother of 4 on impact of SNAP uncertainty
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A Houston mother of four children all under the age of 8 says uncertainty over SNAP funding is adding to her family's stress. FOX 26's Heather Sullivan spoke to the mom and a FOX 26 viewer who stepped up to help.

Trump's 50-year mortgage proposal: What would it mean for homebuyers?

The Trump administration signaled they're planning to develop a 50-year mortgage that they think could expand access to homeownership, though experts are cautioning what it could mean for buyers.

2026 tax filing season changes: IRS Direct File unavailable

Direct File won’t be available anymore to do your taxes next year. Here’s what that means once the tax filing season opens in January.

Starbucks 'Bearista' frenzy: Some leave empty-handed, others declare ‘the war is over’

Starbucks fans are losing it over the sold-out Bearista cup and Hello Kitty plush, camping out, calling stores nonstop, and reselling the $44 cup for over $1,000 on eBay.

What federal workers going without pay can do to protect their credit score

The federal workforce has now missed two paychecks due to the government shutdown. Intuit Credit Karma says many are facing financial uncertainty but there are things they can do to help protect their credit scores.

OpenAI launches free ChatGPT program for transitioning veterans entering civilian workforce

OpenAI launched a free ChatGPT Plus program for transitioning veterans and service members, as the initiative tackles the employment challenge with AI-powered career tools.

Veterans Day 2025 deals: Where Veterans can get free meals and discounts

Veterans Day is celebrated each year to honor the men and women who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. To honor and thank Veterans for their service and sacrifice, many businesses offer discounts and special deals.

‘Hopelessness’ among air traffic controllers as government shutdown drags on, expert says

Most air traffic controllers worked six days a week and put in mandatory overtime even before the shutdown, but they have been doing so without paychecks as lawmakers fail to agree on a way to reopen the government.

Tesla investors approve Elon Musk's $1 trillion pay package

Elon Musk won a shareholder vote on Thursday that would give the Tesla CEO stock worth $1 trillion if he hits certain performance targets over the next decade.

Trump must fully fund SNAP benefits in November, federal judge orders

A federal judge in Rhode Island has ordered the Trump administration to find the money to fully fund SNAP benefits for November.

Social media training us to respond more to short "micro" ads, research shows
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New research out of Texas Christian University points out that cell phones and social media are training our brains to respond more to short "micro" ads than longer commercials. And you can expect to see a lot more of these much shorter ads.

How AI can make travel easier, cheaper, and more personalized
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Every day, we hear about new ways artificial intelligence is being put to use. Now AI is changing the way we travel by saving money, personalizing experiences, and can even make some travel safer.

2025 government shutdown is the longest in US history

The previous longest government shutdown was during President Donald Trump’s first term when he demanded Congress give him money for a U.S.-Mexico border wall.