Houston business owner claims Wells Fargo has held $142K check for months
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A Houston business owner says he's been waiting for eight months for Wells Fargo to release a six-figure check to him. He tells FOX 26's Randy Wallace the situation behind the matter.

California wildfire victims battle with insurance companies
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FOX's Sunny Tsai spoke with two Palisades fire victims who were dropped from their insurance plans shortly before the fire. They now say they're struggling to get help from the same insurance company.

Trump tariffs: Houston-area small business owner concerned with rising prices
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The owner of Good Times Running Company in Katy says his company mainly relies on imports from Asia. He spoke with FOX 26's Tom Zizka as U.S. and China leaders try to one-up one another on tariffs.

Recession-proof your finances using these seven tips

Here's a few ways you can prepare for a possible recession or job loss when your budget is already tight.

Preparing for possible recession
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It is a tough time for a lot of people as the cost of living is rising, there is a tariff war, and the concern about a recession. FOX 26's Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has some smart sense on how you can prepare for a financial storm.

Inflation fell in March despite Trump tariffs: Here's why

Inflation fell to its lowest numbers since September last month, despite President Trump’s back-and-forth on tariffs and uncertainty surrounding the economy.

Budget friendly, healthy snack options
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Registered Dietician Mary Katherine Hutchinson with HEB has some healthy snacking options if you're looking to grocery shop on a budget.

Low-cost food options to eat healthy
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In tough economic times, families may struggle to put healthy foods on the table. FOX 26's Heather Sullivan spoke with Mary-Katherine, a registered dietician with HEB about low-cost, healthy options.

Detroit man goes from homeless to millionaire

A man went from being homeless, sleeping in his car outside fancy houses in Detroit, to buying one of those houses and becoming a self-made millionaire.

Houston officials battle for portion of Harris County toll road profits

Houston-area toll roads are often referred to as the "cash cow" of Harris County government, generating nearly $1 billion per year in revenue, nearly a third of it "surplus" - another term for "pure profit".

Houston officials seeking portion of profits from Harris County toll roads
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Houston Mayor John Whitmire and others are making a solid case on why the city deserves a piece of profits from Harris County toll roads. FOX 26's Greg Groogan explains the argument.

Trump tariffs: 90-day pause announced for most tariffs; China tariffs increase
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On Wednesday, Trump announced a 90-day pause on tariffs, except for China, which he has since raised to 125%. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent later told reporters that President Trump was pausing his so-called ?reciprocal? tariffs on most of the country?s biggest trading partners, but maintaining his 10% tariff on nearly all global imports.

Ways to cut grocery costs to offset potential increases from tariffs
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Economists expect consumers to see rising prices in the grocery aisles first from the tariff war. So we rounded up ways to cut your costs to help offset the potential increase.

Are the rich paying enough taxes? Most Americans say no

A new Gallup poll reveals deep political divides in how Americans view tax fairness, particularly regarding upper-income earners.

Elon Musk's brother, Kimbal Musk, slams Trump's tariffs

Elon Musk's brother, Kimbal Musk, slammed tariffs on X, saying they are a "structural, permanent tax on the American consumer."