US national debt hits record $37 trillion
The U.S. national debt topped $37 trillion for the first time Friday as federal borrowing hits record levels.
The U.S. national debt topped $37 trillion for the first time Friday as federal borrowing hits record levels.
Trump's tax law will benefit the rich at the cost of the poor, CBO analysis finds
The Congressional Budget Office estimates that the poorest Americans could lose more income annually compared to rich people due to President Donald Trump's tax legislation.
The Congressional Budget Office estimates that the poorest Americans could lose more income annually compared to rich people due to President Donald Trump's tax legislation.
Inflation report: July unchanged; Trump tells Powell lower the rate now
Inflation held steady the last month, though tariffs still threaten growing costs and impacts.
Inflation held steady the last month, though tariffs still threaten growing costs and impacts.
Increase in deepfake job applicants
Ai is now threatening the security and hiring process for businesses and job seekers nationwide. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan shows what you need to know to avoid this scam.
Ai is now threatening the security and hiring process for businesses and job seekers nationwide. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan shows what you need to know to avoid this scam.
Powerball numbers: No $479 million jackpot winner Aug. 9
The Powerball jackpot continues to rise after no one won the big prize Saturday, Aug. 9.
The Powerball jackpot continues to rise after no one won the big prize Saturday, Aug. 9.
Spring food truck operators try to rebuild months after being hit by alleged drunk driver
Months after a suspected drunk driver crashed into a catering company's trailer, the two co-owners are struggling to get back on their feet and shift their focus back to fundraising for others.
Months after a suspected drunk driver crashed into a catering company's trailer, the two co-owners are struggling to get back on their feet and shift their focus back to fundraising for others.
Spring catering company still recovering from head-on crash
The "More Than Pasta" catering company has been trying to get back on its feet after an alleged drunk driver crashed into its trailer. FOX 26's Tom Zizka talked to the company owners about their focus on charities and the damage they suffered in the crash.
The "More Than Pasta" catering company has been trying to get back on its feet after an alleged drunk driver crashed into its trailer. FOX 26's Tom Zizka talked to the company owners about their focus on charities and the damage they suffered in the crash.
Solar tax credits going away
If you've been thinking about going solar power, you may have to fact higher costs from tariffs and a big tax credit is going away sooner rather than planned. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has all you need to know.
If you've been thinking about going solar power, you may have to fact higher costs from tariffs and a big tax credit is going away sooner rather than planned. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has all you need to know.
Big changes coming to 401(k) after recent Trump executive order
President Donald Trump signed an executive order directing regulators to make it easier for 401(k) plans to include private equity, cryptocurrency, and other alternative investments.
President Donald Trump signed an executive order directing regulators to make it easier for 401(k) plans to include private equity, cryptocurrency, and other alternative investments.
Trump orders federal regulators to punish banks that discriminate against conservatives
This executive order addresses "debanking," where banks close accounts or refuse business with certain industries.
This executive order addresses "debanking," where banks close accounts or refuse business with certain industries.
Tax changes will make Social Security go insolvent sooner than previous estimate
Experts have estimated that Social Security benefits will get cut 24% at the time the program goes insolvent in 2034.
Experts have estimated that Social Security benefits will get cut 24% at the time the program goes insolvent in 2034.
Higher Trump tariffs now in effect for 60+ countries
According to the Associated Press, goods from more than 60 countries and the European Union became subject to tariff rates of 10% or higher as of Aug. 7.
According to the Associated Press, goods from more than 60 countries and the European Union became subject to tariff rates of 10% or higher as of Aug. 7.
Secondhand traveling: What is it? How to do it?
Some travelers are saving money by buying secondhand trips. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has what you need to know about vacationing on a dime.
Some travelers are saving money by buying secondhand trips. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has what you need to know about vacationing on a dime.
Texas jobs: How Apple's $600B investment will be spent in the Lone Star State
Texas will be on the receiving end of some massive expansions planned in Apple's four-year plan to up their American manufacturing. Here's a look at what's heading down south.
Texas will be on the receiving end of some massive expansions planned in Apple's four-year plan to up their American manufacturing. Here's a look at what's heading down south.
Back-to-school shopping: Save money during tax-free weekend
It's tax-free weekend this weekend and Andrea Woroch has some advice and ways you can save money for back-to-school shopping, including saving on supplies, tech, and clothes.
It's tax-free weekend this weekend and Andrea Woroch has some advice and ways you can save money for back-to-school shopping, including saving on supplies, tech, and clothes.
Saving on back-to-school shopping for kids
The Deloitte Houston 2025 back-to-school retails survey found that local K-12 parents plan to spend less than last year. Tax-free weekend is this weekend so FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has some help on ways you can save some money.
The Deloitte Houston 2025 back-to-school retails survey found that local K-12 parents plan to spend less than last year. Tax-free weekend is this weekend so FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has some help on ways you can save some money.
Student loan wage garnishment could start soon: Here's what you can do
Student loan borrowers who default on their loans could see 15% of their paychecks docked by the federal government soon.
Student loan borrowers who default on their loans could see 15% of their paychecks docked by the federal government soon.
What is Houston's White Linen Night?
White Linen Night is happening Saturday, August 2, in the Houston Heights. FOX 26's Ruben Dominguez got a preview of what to expect from Manready Mercantile.
White Linen Night is happening Saturday, August 2, in the Houston Heights. FOX 26's Ruben Dominguez got a preview of what to expect from Manready Mercantile.
Sluggish summer in Sin City: Las Vegas sees big drop in tourists
The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority saw a double-digit decline in visitors in June compared to the same time last year.
The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority saw a double-digit decline in visitors in June compared to the same time last year.
Trump tariffs: US, Canada expected to continue negotiations following Trump's delayed deadline
New tariffs for U.S. trading partners now expected to go into effect on August 7. FOX News' Caroline Elliot has been keeping track on negotiations between the U.S. and Canada.
New tariffs for U.S. trading partners now expected to go into effect on August 7. FOX News' Caroline Elliot has been keeping track on negotiations between the U.S. and Canada.