Trump 'not planning' to fire Fed Chair Jerome Powell, despite reports

President Trump denied reports that he plans to fire Fed Chair Jerome Powell, but he continued to sharply criticize the head of the central bank.

Houston family has SNAP benefits stolen
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More people who rely on food assistance are discovering their SNAP benefits have been stolen, often leaving families who need help unable to buy food for a month. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has the story of a Houston-area family who had those benefits taken away.

As ticket prices soar, here are the most expensive concerts in 2025

Concert tickets have soared in price over the years, thanks in part to dynamic pricing, bot attacks and hidden fees. Here are the concerts that could cost you the most this year.

June CPI inflation report: Which prices changed the most last month

Inflation in the U.S. rose last month to its highest level since February, reversing several months of cooling prices. Here's a look at what prices changed the most.

How much money it takes to be wealthy in 2025, according to annual survey

Americans in a recent survey believe they can achieve financial success, but admit they would have to make significant lifestyle changes.

Woman's apartment emptied out by mistake
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A Richmond woman returned from a trip to find her apartment empty. Her apartment management admitted they cleaned it out by mistake. FOX 26's Heather Sullivan spoke with the woman to hear more.

How a weaker dollar will impact US vacationers

The dollar's 10% decline against foreign currencies in 2025 will stretch American travelers' budgets despite cheaper airfare.

New tech to ramp up air traffic control training amid shortage
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The Trump administration is speeding up efforts to address a shortage of air traffic controllers. FOX News' Sarah Alegre tried out the new training system that's expected to cut the training time for new traffic controllers.

Company expanding in Houston due to Trump tariffs
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Florida-based World Emblem is planning to increase its business and job opportunities in the Houston area due to tariffs. FOX 26's Tom Zizka spoke to the company's CEO.

Trump reignites tariff war | The D.C. Daily
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President Trump's tariff war escalating again as he kicks up tariffs on Canadian imports from 25% to 35% and threatens to double tariffs on other U.S. trading partners. Also, Trump cannot end birthright citizenship for babies born to non-citizens in the U.S., even after the Supreme Court ruled federal judges can't stop him.

Trump launches new tariff rates | The D.C. Daily
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President Trump's tariff's pushed back again but not for long as he is seemingly not willing to wait for trade deals after several countries didn't respond. Plus, the Department of Veterans Affairs will not cut more than 80,000 after massive pushback and the Trump Administration is revoking temporary protected status for about 76,000 migrants.

Trump announces 25% tariffs on Japan and South Korea

The president warned both countries that if they retaliate with their own tariffs, the U.S. would further increase import taxes.

Fourth of July 2025: Free, low-cost weekend events in Houston
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From fireworks and fun to coffee and cars, FOX 26 consumer reporter Heather Sullivan has list of low- or no-cost events in Greater Houston for Independence Day weekend.

'Big, beautiful bill' gets final House approval
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The 940-page "One Big Beautiful Bill Act," as it is now formally titled, cuts spending on Medicaid, food stamps and other programs as a way to help cover the cost of extending tax cuts.

Housing programs to help Houstonians impacted by 2021 freeze, Hurricane Harvey
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Separate programs are opening for Houston residents who were impacted by the 2021 freeze or Hurricane Harvey. FOX 26 consumer reporter Heather Sullivan explains both programs and how you can apply.