As inflation hits 9.1%, bigger rate hikes are possible, economists say
Economists say the Fed could raise rates another full percent in late July to curb inflation.
Economists say the Fed could raise rates another full percent in late July to curb inflation.
Economists answer inflation questions on why interest rate keeps climbing
You may be wondering why inflation continues to climb after the fed has been raising interest rates since March. FOX 26?s Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan talks to economists about that and has the full story.
You may be wondering why inflation continues to climb after the fed has been raising interest rates since March. FOX 26?s Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan talks to economists about that and has the full story.
Here’s how much it costs to have a baby in the US, analysis finds
The jarring figures don't include any spending on the baby after he or she is born.
The jarring figures don't include any spending on the baby after he or she is born.
US inflation reached 9.1% in June, a new 40-year high
U.S. consumer prices soared 9.1% compared with a year earlier, the government said Wednesday, the biggest 12-month increase since 1981.
U.S. consumer prices soared 9.1% compared with a year earlier, the government said Wednesday, the biggest 12-month increase since 1981.
Utility assistance available to keep homes cool
FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has some smart sense on ways you can get assistance to keep your home cool during the Texas heat wave.
FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has some smart sense on ways you can get assistance to keep your home cool during the Texas heat wave.
Woman linked to $3.3 million credit scheme arrested by Harris County officials
A Harris County woman is accused of fixing people's credit through illegal means, which defrauded financial institutions out of millions of dollars.
A Harris County woman is accused of fixing people's credit through illegal means, which defrauded financial institutions out of millions of dollars.
Costco raises prices on food court soft drinks, chicken bake
Wholesale retailer Costco reported June net sales of $22.78B.
Wholesale retailer Costco reported June net sales of $22.78B.
Why the crypto plunge is a cautionary tale for public pension funds
The plunge in prices for Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies in recent weeks provides a cautionary tale for the handful of public pension funds that have dipped their toes in the crypto pool over the past few years.
The plunge in prices for Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies in recent weeks provides a cautionary tale for the handful of public pension funds that have dipped their toes in the crypto pool over the past few years.
Price of forever stamps increasing July 10
Heads up — the price of stamps is about to go up again.
Heads up — the price of stamps is about to go up again.
Record numbers of students attending Historically Black Colleges, Universities
FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan and intern Jada Pierre give us a look at why more Black students are choosing HBCU's.
FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan and intern Jada Pierre give us a look at why more Black students are choosing HBCU's.
Inflation forcing many Houstonians to choose between essentials such as buying gas or food
Hundreds of Houstonians are seeking help as the Houston Food Bank rolls out a new effort in northeast Houston.
Hundreds of Houstonians are seeking help as the Houston Food Bank rolls out a new effort in northeast Houston.
Workshop to be held on helping residents with payment on electric, gas, water bills
Need help paying your utility bills? Houston-area residents will be able to get help through a workshop held on Saturday!
Need help paying your utility bills? Houston-area residents will be able to get help through a workshop held on Saturday!
Inflation, expenses rise sharply as priorities for most Americans, poll finds
Most Americans expressed little confidence in Republicans and Democrats to focus on issues important to them or an ability to work together and get things done.
Most Americans expressed little confidence in Republicans and Democrats to focus on issues important to them or an ability to work together and get things done.
US employers add a solid 372,000 jobs in sign of resilience
America’s employers shrugged off high inflation and weakening growth to add 372,000 jobs in June, a surprisingly strong gain that will likely spur the Federal Reserve to keep sharply raising interest rates.
America’s employers shrugged off high inflation and weakening growth to add 372,000 jobs in June, a surprisingly strong gain that will likely spur the Federal Reserve to keep sharply raising interest rates.
Virginia hairdresser shocked after winning $200K lottery
Elizabeth McCabe, the owner of a hair salon in Virginia, bought a Monopoly Fortunes scratcher ticket where she gets her daily cup of coffee.
Elizabeth McCabe, the owner of a hair salon in Virginia, bought a Monopoly Fortunes scratcher ticket where she gets her daily cup of coffee.
Pawn shops are making a comeback amid inflation, COVID-19 pandemic
Gas, food, and just about everything else is as expensive as it is, but even with those higher prices, pawn shops are regaining business following the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. We hear from Rick Harrison from the famous show Pawn Stars on exactly how much of a comeback!
Gas, food, and just about everything else is as expensive as it is, but even with those higher prices, pawn shops are regaining business following the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. We hear from Rick Harrison from the famous show Pawn Stars on exactly how much of a comeback!
Senior residents struggling to clip coupons in the digital age
With inflation at a 40-year high, just about everyone is looking for a way to save. However, a new review by a consumer watchdog group shows seniors are struggling when it comes to couponing in the digital age.
With inflation at a 40-year high, just about everyone is looking for a way to save. However, a new review by a consumer watchdog group shows seniors are struggling when it comes to couponing in the digital age.
Here's how much money you need to make to be happy living in the US, according to study
The individual income level for “life satisfaction” in North America was found to be significantly higher than the annual income of the average American.
The individual income level for “life satisfaction” in North America was found to be significantly higher than the annual income of the average American.
Texas Utility Help can help low-income Texans pay utility bills
Texas homeowners and renters may submit an application for Texas Utility Help if their household income is at or below 150% of Federal Poverty Income Guidelines, and they meet other eligibility criteria.
Texas homeowners and renters may submit an application for Texas Utility Help if their household income is at or below 150% of Federal Poverty Income Guidelines, and they meet other eligibility criteria.
If you want an electric Toyota, you should buy it soon. Here's why
Toyota's electrified vehicles are about to get pricier. Not their list prices, but the total cost to buy one.
Toyota's electrified vehicles are about to get pricier. Not their list prices, but the total cost to buy one.