Hasbro laying off 1,000 employees amid cost-savings push

The company well-known for Monopoly, Play-Doh, and My Little Pony toys says the layoffs are 15% of its global full-time workforce.

Tips to avoid repair scams, filing insurance claims after tornado damage
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If your home or car was damaged in the storms, you need to watch out for scammers posing as repair services. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan shares some Smart Sense on how to get your repairs done properly.

U.S. economy showed solid growth, but slowdown expected in coming months

The resilience of the U.S. job market has been a major surprise, but analysts say the good times for America’s workers aren’t likely to last.

Tax refund would help many Americans pay for holiday spending: survey

Many Americans said an advance on their tax refund would help with holiday debt, according to a recent Jackson Hewitt Tax Service survey.

Could fortunes be shifting for casino gambling in Texas?

The odds have never been better for Texans aching to see casino-style gambling gain a foothold in the Lone Star State.

No, Walt Disney will not appear on the $100 bill, a claim started as satire

The Bureau of Engraving and Printing, which produces U.S. paper currency, said it has no plans to ever feature any Walt Disney-related images, characters or icons.

Steps you should take if your home was damaged in Tuesday's storms
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FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has some smart sense on what you should do if your home sustained any damage in Tuesday's severe weather.

Consumers are piling on credit card debt, flashing signs of potential crisis

As Americans rack up record-high credit card debt after a year of soaring inflation and interest rate hikes, charge-offs are beginning to roll in at the start of a looming default crisis.

Texas Travel Industry Recovery Grant Program application reopens Feb. 1 with new category

Beginning Feb. 1, the Texas Travel Industry Recovery Grant Program will open applications for one-time grants of up to $20,000 to eligible businesses in the tourist, travel and hospitality industries.

Why are gas prices rising so sharply?

The cost of a fill-up continues to rise, in the new year, as demand grows and fuel supplies tighten

Why are gas prices rising so sharply?
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The cost of a fill-up continues to rise in the new year. FOX 26 Business Reporter Tom Zizka shares what?s behind the notable hike at the pump.

Is tipping getting out of control? Most consumers say yes

As more businesses adopt digital payment methods, consumers are prompted to leave a tip at places they typically wouldn’t. Some feel it has become more frustrating as the price of items has risen because of inflation.

Major Social Security trust funds could be tapped out by 2033: CBO

Social Security spending is trending upward as the proportion of Americans at or above retirement age has increased relative to the active workforce.

Gold and silver boom predicted as US hits debt ceiling, dollar devalues

Precious metals expert predicts gold and silver will rise in 2023 as government spending results in increased inflation and U.S. hits debt ceiling.