New numbers show economy at the worst quarter its been in 2 years
Consumers are dealing with higher prices at the grocery store and at the gas pump and lawmakers are trying to come up with a solution after new numbers show the economy shrank 1.4% at the beginning of this year.
How the ballot will affect property taxes in Texas
Early voting is underway for the statewide May 7th election on two measures designed to lower taxes for millions of Texans.
Musk ordered to abide by SEC settlement over 2018 tweets
The whole dispute stems from an October 2018 agreement with the SEC that Elon Musk signed where he and Tesla each agreed to pay $20 million in civil fines over tweets about having the “funding secured” to take Tesla private.
US economy shrank by 1.4% in Q1 despite solid consumer spending
Despite the weak showing, most economists expect a rebound in the April-June quarter as solid hiring and wage gains sustain growth.
How to enjoy summer travel without breaking the bank
FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan shows us ways to enjoy a summer trip without blowing your budget.
Powerball jackpot grows to $454M after no top winner in Monday drawing
Grabbed a Powerball jackpot ticket yet? The next drawing is Wednesday night. The estimated one-time lump sum payment is $271.9 million after taxes.
Discovery of tax records in trash offers important reminder to protect personal information
The story of a Houston man, who says he found more than a dozen complete 2021 tax returns tossed in a Houston west side dumpster, offers an important reminder to protect our personal information.
Homebuyers considering alternative mortgages
FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has some smart sense on what some homebuyers are considering in the red hot housing market.
Homebuyers considering alternative mortgages
FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has some smart sense on what some homebuyers are considering in the red hot housing market.
Lottery winner says ‘mistake’ led to $1 million prize
Josh Buster believes a mistake at a local convenience store made him a millionaire.
LyondellBasell says it will shutter its Houston refinery, after it's unable to find a buyer
At a time when gas prices are near all-time highs, the owner of one of the oldest refineries in the region says it is set to close the facility.
LyondellBasell says it will shutter its Houston refinery, after it's unable to find a buyer
At a time when gas prices are near all-time highs, the owner of one of the oldest refineries in the region says it is set to close the facility.
Yelp helps consumers find eco-friendly, Houston area businesses
Business search app Yelp helps consumers find green shops and restaurants.
Here's who qualifies for student loan forgiveness under Biden administration's new changes
The U.S. Department of Education announced new changes this week that will bring borrowers closer to student loan forgiveness. Here’s who is eligible.
Houston Hotel sells furniture at deeply discounted prices to account for inflation
A Houston hotel renovator says he knows everyone is experiencing higher prices nearly, so this weekend he's offering furniture he's obtained, at deeply discounted prices, and he's even doing some giveaways for those in need.
Thanks to budget surplus, Maine plans to send $850 checks to most residents
Democratic Gov. Janet Mills signed off on a $1.2 billion supplemental budget Wednesday that sends more than half of the money to residents in the form of $850 relief checks.
'Rarest Nike shoes ever' produced in 1981 hit auction Wednesday
The rare Nike “One Line” knockoff sneakers were created by co-founder Phil Knight to avoid paying the government $25 million. The classic shoes go up for auction Wednesday.
Pay raise not keeping up with inflation? Here's how to negotiate
FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan speaks with an expert on how to negotiate a higher salary when your pay raise falls short of inflation.
The connection between inflation and mental health
Inflation including rising consumer prices are taking a toll on our wallets. The current economy also has some Americans struggling with their mental well-being.
40,000 federal student loan borrowers will receive loan forgiveness
A report by the Government Accountability Office (GAO) highlights errors in recording payments that would qualify borrowers for loan forgiveness.