Insurance for rideshare drivers
FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has some smart sense on what you should do if you use your personal vehicle for Uber, Lyft, or Doordash.
FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has some smart sense on what you should do if you use your personal vehicle for Uber, Lyft, or Doordash.
Government shutdown: SNAP benefits could run out in November, Rollins says
SNAP benefits may be at risk if the shutdown continues into November, meaning food assistance could disappear for about 40 million people.
SNAP benefits may be at risk if the shutdown continues into November, meaning food assistance could disappear for about 40 million people.
Warning lights in your vehicle? What you should do
From the "check engine" light to the "low tire pressure" light, it's better to handle the issues sooner than later. FOX 26's Tom Zizka breaks down what you can do about your vehicle's warnings, including ways to do it yourself.
From the "check engine" light to the "low tire pressure" light, it's better to handle the issues sooner than later. FOX 26's Tom Zizka breaks down what you can do about your vehicle's warnings, including ways to do it yourself.
These states get the most Social Security benefits
The states that received the most Social Security benefits were California, Florida, Texas, New York and Pennsylvania.
The states that received the most Social Security benefits were California, Florida, Texas, New York and Pennsylvania.
Selling gold & silver, how much is it worth?
US Coins & Jewelry is holding a free event to find out how much your gold jewelry and coins might be worth on Monday, Oct. 20 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Kenny Duncan stopped by to show us how the process works.
US Coins & Jewelry is holding a free event to find out how much your gold jewelry and coins might be worth on Monday, Oct. 20 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Kenny Duncan stopped by to show us how the process works.
Save money on Halloween, costumes, more
The only thing scarier than a zombie apocalypse this Halloween are the prices we're going to pay for candy, d?cor, and costumes. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan explains more about saving money this spooky season.
The only thing scarier than a zombie apocalypse this Halloween are the prices we're going to pay for candy, d?cor, and costumes. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan explains more about saving money this spooky season.
California's 'Bitcoin Jesus' pays $50M in tax evasion case
A California cryptocurrency investor nicknamed “Bitcoin Jesus" has paid nearly $50 million to resolve a federal tax evasion indictment without having to admit he committed a crime.
A California cryptocurrency investor nicknamed “Bitcoin Jesus" has paid nearly $50 million to resolve a federal tax evasion indictment without having to admit he committed a crime.
What to know about FAFSA applications amid government shutdown
The Education Department has opened the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for the 2026–27 school year, even as the U.S. government remains shut down.
The Education Department has opened the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for the 2026–27 school year, even as the U.S. government remains shut down.
Social Security 2026 cost-of-living increase announcement delayed by shutdown
COLA affects millions of beneficiaries who rely on these adjustments to plan their finances.
COLA affects millions of beneficiaries who rely on these adjustments to plan their finances.
Oct. 15 is the tax filing extension deadline. What to know
Despite the government shutdown, taxpayers who requested extensions for their tax returns last year must still meet the deadline.
Despite the government shutdown, taxpayers who requested extensions for their tax returns last year must still meet the deadline.
Some Americans will lose popular 401(k) tax break in major retirement rule change starting 2026
The IRS' new regulations change 401(k) catch-up contributions for some Americans starting in 2026.
The IRS' new regulations change 401(k) catch-up contributions for some Americans starting in 2026.
Sweeping layoffs 'have begun' as government shutdown drags on
Federal layoffs began Friday as the government shutdown dragged into a second week.
Federal layoffs began Friday as the government shutdown dragged into a second week.
U.S. oil prices falls to five-month low
Crude oil prices to $58.79 per barrel on Friday. FOX 26 Business Reporter Tom Zizka explains.
Crude oil prices to $58.79 per barrel on Friday. FOX 26 Business Reporter Tom Zizka explains.
IRS reveals 2026 tax adjustments with changes from 'big, beautiful bill'
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) on Thursday announced annual inflation adjustments for dozens of tax provisions, along with changes made under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA).
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) on Thursday announced annual inflation adjustments for dozens of tax provisions, along with changes made under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA).
George Brown Convention Center workers vote to approve strike for higher wages
As Houston officials prepare to expand the George R. Brown Convention Center, hospitality workers say they want their fair share of the projected earnings.
As Houston officials prepare to expand the George R. Brown Convention Center, hospitality workers say they want their fair share of the projected earnings.
Few homeowners had insurance during Texas floods
A new report reveals how the insurance crisis made the July 4th floods in Central Texas even worse for so many people who lost their homes and businesses. FOX 26's Heather Sullivan explains more on these findings.
A new report reveals how the insurance crisis made the July 4th floods in Central Texas even worse for so many people who lost their homes and businesses. FOX 26's Heather Sullivan explains more on these findings.
Knowing how to use a fire extinguisher
It's Fire Prevention Week and firefighters want you to know how to prevent fires or what to do to stop one. FOX 26's Heather Sullivan is at Cy-Fair Fire Department to share more on staying safe inside your home.
It's Fire Prevention Week and firefighters want you to know how to prevent fires or what to do to stop one. FOX 26's Heather Sullivan is at Cy-Fair Fire Department to share more on staying safe inside your home.
Risks, dangers of lithium-ion batteries
This week is Fire Prevention Week and firefighters warn about the dangers and safe use of lithium-ion batteries. FOX 26's Heather Sullivan visited the Cy-Fair Fire Department to learn more about staying safe.
This week is Fire Prevention Week and firefighters warn about the dangers and safe use of lithium-ion batteries. FOX 26's Heather Sullivan visited the Cy-Fair Fire Department to learn more about staying safe.
Grocery bills are most expensive in these major cities, analysis finds
Grocery prices are a big financial stressor for many Americans, and here are the major cities that may be feeling the pinch the most.
Grocery prices are a big financial stressor for many Americans, and here are the major cities that may be feeling the pinch the most.
Social Security recipients getting double payments this October; here's why
The Social Security Administration sends some benefits early when the 1st falls on a weekend or holiday. Here’s which recipients will get a double payment this month.
The Social Security Administration sends some benefits early when the 1st falls on a weekend or holiday. Here’s which recipients will get a double payment this month.