FBI warns of new 'phantom hacker' scam
The FBI just issued a warning about a new, 3-phase scam they call The Phantom Hacker that combines three scams you may have already heard about. Erik Beguin with Austin Capital Bank joins us to tell us what to watch out for.
The FBI just issued a warning about a new, 3-phase scam they call The Phantom Hacker that combines three scams you may have already heard about. Erik Beguin with Austin Capital Bank joins us to tell us what to watch out for.
BakerRipley sees rise in seniors arriving for free meals
BakerRipley says that there are seeing a rising number of seniors arriving at their Senior Health and Wellness Center for congregate meals, which is a free meal for seniors. Cristina Cave with BakerRipley came by to tell us about it. They need donations to help provide more meals. Donations can be made at BakerRipley.org/seniormeals.
BakerRipley says that there are seeing a rising number of seniors arriving at their Senior Health and Wellness Center for congregate meals, which is a free meal for seniors. Cristina Cave with BakerRipley came by to tell us about it. They need donations to help provide more meals. Donations can be made at BakerRipley.org/seniormeals.
What the Fed's interest rate cut means for Texans
Job growth, construction, and financial security have seen recent turmoil in Texas. Here's how the first Fed cut of the year could change things.
Job growth, construction, and financial security have seen recent turmoil in Texas. Here's how the first Fed cut of the year could change things.
Harris County residents speak on 2026 budget proposal
Thursday, Sept. 18, was the last day for the public to give their thoughts on the bipartisan $2.7 billion budget proposal for Harris County. FOX 26's Leslie DelasBour spoke to locals at Commissioners Court.
Thursday, Sept. 18, was the last day for the public to give their thoughts on the bipartisan $2.7 billion budget proposal for Harris County. FOX 26's Leslie DelasBour spoke to locals at Commissioners Court.
Federal government shut down looming | The D.C. Daily
President Trump is sent to meet with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on his final day of visiting the UK, with trade and tariffs expected to be a topics during the meeting. Plus, the federal government is set to shut down in two weeks.
President Trump is sent to meet with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on his final day of visiting the UK, with trade and tariffs expected to be a topics during the meeting. Plus, the federal government is set to shut down in two weeks.
Fed cuts key interest rate, signals two more this year
The Federal Reserve has faced ongoing pressure from President Donald Trump to lower interest rates. However, the central bank has chosen to keep rates unchanged since late 2024.
The Federal Reserve has faced ongoing pressure from President Donald Trump to lower interest rates. However, the central bank has chosen to keep rates unchanged since late 2024.
Americans value college less than ever, but here’s what salary data says
A Gallup poll shows fewer Americans consider college essential, but new Census data reveals a stark pay gap between workers with degrees and those without.
A Gallup poll shows fewer Americans consider college essential, but new Census data reveals a stark pay gap between workers with degrees and those without.
Bill could revoke passports for U.S. citizens | The D.C. Daily
The first interest rate cut of the year to happen Wednesday and a new Republican bill might make it easy for the federal government to revoke or refuse a passport to U.S. citizens who voice opinions opposing the U.S. government.
The first interest rate cut of the year to happen Wednesday and a new Republican bill might make it easy for the federal government to revoke or refuse a passport to U.S. citizens who voice opinions opposing the U.S. government.
Fed rate cuts: What they mean for you
The Federal Reserve is meeting Tuesday to decide whether to lower interest rates. Here’s what a cut would mean for mortgages, credit cards, auto loans, savings accounts and investments.
The Federal Reserve is meeting Tuesday to decide whether to lower interest rates. Here’s what a cut would mean for mortgages, credit cards, auto loans, savings accounts and investments.
Charlie Kirk’s podcast hits No 1 while book sales soar after his assassination
Turning Point USA has received more than 37,000 new chapter requests after founder Charlie Kirk's death, with his content dominating bestseller lists.
Turning Point USA has received more than 37,000 new chapter requests after founder Charlie Kirk's death, with his content dominating bestseller lists.
Job scams on the rise as layoffs surge in US: How to protect yourself
Looking for a job can be stressful, but scammers taking advantage of a difficult situation can make it even worse.
Looking for a job can be stressful, but scammers taking advantage of a difficult situation can make it even worse.
Trump deploys National Guard to Memphis
Could we see lower interest rates this week? The Federal Reserve is expected to announce a quarter-point rate cut on Wednesday. President Trump deploys National Guard troops to Memphis, Tennessee. Plus, Trump suing the New York Times and more over defamation claims.
Could we see lower interest rates this week? The Federal Reserve is expected to announce a quarter-point rate cut on Wednesday. President Trump deploys National Guard troops to Memphis, Tennessee. Plus, Trump suing the New York Times and more over defamation claims.
Social Security cost-of-living adjustment expected to rise in 2026
Inflation data from August suggests the social security cost-of-living increase could be even larger in 2026.
Inflation data from August suggests the social security cost-of-living increase could be even larger in 2026.
President Trump's new push to fire Fed Reserve Governor
President Trump can end legal protections for more than 400,000 migrants from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela after a ruling from a federal appeals court. Plus, Trump is again pushing to fire Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook.
President Trump can end legal protections for more than 400,000 migrants from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela after a ruling from a federal appeals court. Plus, Trump is again pushing to fire Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook.
Social Security: 2026 Cost of living adjustment not expected to fully cover expenses
While Social Security beneficiaries may see an increase in monthly benefits next year, FOX 26 Business Reporter Tom Zizka explains why the increase may not cover the rise in Medicare costs.
While Social Security beneficiaries may see an increase in monthly benefits next year, FOX 26 Business Reporter Tom Zizka explains why the increase may not cover the rise in Medicare costs.
JPMorgan processed over $1B for Jeffrey Epstein despite internal concerns over sex offender status: report
Bank compliance officials flagged suspicious activity years before Jeffrey Epstein was dropped as a client, according to the report.
Bank compliance officials flagged suspicious activity years before Jeffrey Epstein was dropped as a client, according to the report.
Inflation rose last month amid weakening job market: How will the Fed respond?
Typically, the Fed would cut its key interest rate when unemployment rises, but it would raise rates — or at least keep them unchanged — in the face of rising inflation.
Typically, the Fed would cut its key interest rate when unemployment rises, but it would raise rates — or at least keep them unchanged — in the face of rising inflation.
Free, fun events in Houston-area from Sept. 12-14
We have a few things you can do for free this weekend in the Houston-area! FOX 26's Heather Sullivan has details on the events you can check out from Sept. 12 - 14.
We have a few things you can do for free this weekend in the Houston-area! FOX 26's Heather Sullivan has details on the events you can check out from Sept. 12 - 14.
ATM fees hit record high again; see the worst cities
New data reveals that ATM fees hit a record high in 2025, with this city topping the list.
New data reveals that ATM fees hit a record high in 2025, with this city topping the list.
Meet the world’s richest man (Hint: It’s not Elon Musk)
The world has a new richest person after a stunning stock market surge reshaped the billionaire rankings.
The world has a new richest person after a stunning stock market surge reshaped the billionaire rankings.