Houston man fighting $700 water bill gets answers with help of FOX 26
For the last nine months, a Houston man has been fighting the city on a water bill that he says was more than 17 times what he usually pays. On Tuesday, FOX 26 helped that man resolve the issue and get his money back.
Virginia man wins $1M in Mega Millions lottery after thinking he lost
This man didn’t win the top Mega Millions prize, but he still won big.
What to do if Equifax gave you an incorrect credit score
Equifax announced it sent out inaccurate credit scores earlier this year.
Tyson raises prices of chicken as demand shifts from expensive beef cuts
Tyson reportedly increased chicken prices by 20.1%.
July jobs breakdown: Which industries hired the most workers last month?
Hiring at bars and restaurants bolstered July job growth.
Secrets to a successful FAFSA form
If you're filling out your FAFSA form, here are some tips for maximizing your financial aid.
Widely-known Houston restaurant: The Tasting Room shutting down after 20 years of service
Well-known for its extensive wine list, The Tasting Room announced it would be shutting its doors at its final location after the landlord notified employees their lease would not be renewed.
Secrets to maximizing college aid on the FAFSA form
Tips to help increase potential financial aid for college.
More restaurants turning to digital connections to stay competitive
Restaurant jobs were a significant part of the July jobs report, but hiring challenges and inflation fears are still keeping staffs pretty tight.
Federal student loan payments to be due September
President Joe Biden is expected to propose a loan forgiveness plan soon. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has the smart sense you need to know.
Back-to-school sales: These retailers are offering big discounts
For parents and caregivers on a budget, here are some this year's best back-to-school deals.
US added surprising 528K jobs in July despite inflation, recession fears
The American job market has repeatedly defied skeptics this year. Economists had expected only 250,000 new jobs this month.
Back to School: Texas Tax-Free Weekend Guide
Tax-free weekend in Texas is August 5-7. It is expected to save Texans $112 million this school year.
How to avoid getting scammed when selling your home
FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan shares some tips on how you can ensure you aren?t scammed when trying to sell your home. This after the Federal Trade Commission said online app Opendoor needs to pay $62 million to settle charges for cheating home sellers out of thousands of dollars with misleading claims.
Opendoor fined millions of dollars for misleading customers
The Federal Trade Commission says online app Opendoor needs to pay $62 million to settle charges for cheating home sellers out of thousands of dollars with misleading claims.
Former senior aide to Houston mayor pleads guilty to federal charges
Long-time Houston City Council Liaison William-Paul Thomas pleaded guilty to federal bribery charges
New crypto oversight legislation arrives as industry shakes
Crypto investors have seen prices drop and companies crater with fortunes and jobs disappearing. Some firms have been accused by federal regulators of running an illegal securities exchange.
Smart sense tips on school supplies, college textbooks
The back-to-school sales tax holiday is this weekend and it's a great opportunity to try to save some money for k-12 students and college-bound.
OPEC, allies agree to boost oil production by slower pace than previous months
As a result, experts said the amount of oil on the market might not keep up with demand, so high oil prices may persist for some time.
Household credit card debt surges in second quarter, highest jump in over 20 years
Total household debt reached $16.15 trillion at the end of June, an increase of $312 billion from the same quarter a year ago with mortgage, car loan, and credit card balances all rising.