Treasury Dept. to phase out paper checks starting in September
The federal government will phase out paper checks for benefit payments soon.
The federal government will phase out paper checks for benefit payments soon.
Harris County Commissioner's wrestling with $200 million deficit
Harris County Commissioners are coming to grips with a budget deficit north of $200 million. The options: cut expenses or raise taxes.
Harris County Commissioners are coming to grips with a budget deficit north of $200 million. The options: cut expenses or raise taxes.
Victims of AT&T data breaches could claim up to $7,500 in new $177M settlement
AT&T agreed to a $177 million settlement this year after a pair of data breaches were confirmed in 2024. Here's how the millions of affected current and former account holders can file claims.
AT&T agreed to a $177 million settlement this year after a pair of data breaches were confirmed in 2024. Here's how the millions of affected current and former account holders can file claims.
Young Americans could lose $110,000 in career earnings to keep Social Security afloat
Social Security's two main trust funds are projected to reach insolvency on a combined basis in the first quarter of 2034.
Social Security's two main trust funds are projected to reach insolvency on a combined basis in the first quarter of 2034.
Here's how much Social Security payments are projected to increase in 2026
Social Security recipients’ will likely get more money next year with cost-of-living adjustments, but the increase may not cover the full effects of rising inflation.
Social Security recipients’ will likely get more money next year with cost-of-living adjustments, but the increase may not cover the full effects of rising inflation.
Houston to receive $314 million federal funding for Hurricane Beryl, derecho recovery
The city council approved a new plan that would allocate $100 million to repair homes damaged by Hurricane Beryl and the 2024 derecho. FOX 26's Caroline Collins gives the breakdown of what the full $314 million is planned to cover.
The city council approved a new plan that would allocate $100 million to repair homes damaged by Hurricane Beryl and the 2024 derecho. FOX 26's Caroline Collins gives the breakdown of what the full $314 million is planned to cover.
Kodak says there's 'substantial doubt' it can stay in business
Photography pioneer that filed for bankruptcy in 2012 faces renewed financial challenges.
Photography pioneer that filed for bankruptcy in 2012 faces renewed financial challenges.
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.