FAA's order to reduce flights at airports amid shutdown is in effect. What we know
Flights at airports nationwide are being cut, while hundreds more scheduled for Friday already have been canceled leaving travelers scrambling.
Flights at airports nationwide are being cut, while hundreds more scheduled for Friday already have been canceled leaving travelers scrambling.
‘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.
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 shareholders vote to give Elon Musk $1 trillion in stock
The Tesla CEO must hit certain lofty performance targets over the next decade in order to receive the payout.
The Tesla CEO must hit certain lofty performance targets over the next decade in order to receive the payout.
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.
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.
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
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
Texas Proposition 6 results: Voters pass measure to block new taxes on securities transactions
Texas voters passed a constitutional amendment that would block new taxes on stock trading and taxing those operating or working in the securities market.
Texas voters passed a constitutional amendment that would block new taxes on stock trading and taxing those operating or working in the securities market.
Rising cat food costs bring difficulty to Houston animal shelter helping owners in need
The Houston Human Society has reduced their distribution and turned some people away, since the rise of pet food costs makes it difficult to buy the food.
The Houston Human Society has reduced their distribution and turned some people away, since the rise of pet food costs makes it difficult to buy the food.
Do web cookies change plane ticket prices?
Is it true that web cookies have an impact on plane ticket prices? Sort of. FOX 26's Tom Zizka explains.
Is it true that web cookies have an impact on plane ticket prices? Sort of. FOX 26's Tom Zizka explains.
Mike Tyson hopes new business venture could help SNAP enrollees during government shutdown
Mike Tyson said his new business venture could support the 42 million Americans whose SNAP benefits will be reduced on Nov. 1.
Mike Tyson said his new business venture could support the 42 million Americans whose SNAP benefits will be reduced on Nov. 1.
Looking for food assistance? What to know about TEFAP
You may have seen posts on social media recommending people turn to another USDA food program called TEFAP for food assistance. But what you need to know is that TEFAP doesn’t work the same way as SNAP benefits.
You may have seen posts on social media recommending people turn to another USDA food program called TEFAP for food assistance. But what you need to know is that TEFAP doesn’t work the same way as SNAP benefits.
Kimberly-Clark, company behind Huggies and Kleenex, acquiring Kenvue, maker of Tylenol, and Band-Aid
Several well known consumer brands will now be under one roof as Kimberly-Clark is buying Kenvue.
Several well known consumer brands will now be under one roof as Kimberly-Clark is buying Kenvue.
Paying in cash? Why retailers are asking for exact change
President Trump’s plan to abruptly stop producing pennies has left banks and retailers in a pinch.
President Trump’s plan to abruptly stop producing pennies has left banks and retailers in a pinch.
Texas Oyster Season to begin with new hope for success
Texas Oyster Season runs November through April, but last year's season ended after a few days. FOX 26's Tom Zizka went to San Leon to speak to hopeful oyster harvesters.
Texas Oyster Season runs November through April, but last year's season ended after a few days. FOX 26's Tom Zizka went to San Leon to speak to hopeful oyster harvesters.
SNAP benefits gone? How to get free or discounted groceries
As SNAP benefits will lapse for millions in November, several food delivery services are offering ways to get discounted groceries. Here are some options available.
As SNAP benefits will lapse for millions in November, several food delivery services are offering ways to get discounted groceries. Here are some options available.
Former air traffic controller helping others amid government shutdown
A former air traffic controller, who once worked in Houston's airspace, is helping the tower crew at Hobby Airport as they continue to work without a paycheck. FOX 26's Sherman Desselle spoke to him about his efforts.
A former air traffic controller, who once worked in Houston's airspace, is helping the tower crew at Hobby Airport as they continue to work without a paycheck. FOX 26's Sherman Desselle spoke to him about his efforts.
Addressing SNAP concerns | Houston Live & Local
SNAP benefits won't be funded in the month of November as long as the federal government shutdown continues. FOX 26's Tan Radford looked into questions that viewers have sent to the newsroom.
SNAP benefits won't be funded in the month of November as long as the federal government shutdown continues. FOX 26's Tan Radford looked into questions that viewers have sent to the newsroom.
November Social Security payment schedule: Here's what to know
Recipients of Supplemental Security Income (SSI) can expect their November payment on Oct. 31 since Nov. 1 falls on a weekend.
Recipients of Supplemental Security Income (SSI) can expect their November payment on Oct. 31 since Nov. 1 falls on a weekend.