Temporary student loan benefits ending this week – what borrowers should know
When student loan payments resumed in October 2023, the U.S. Department of Education announced a temporary grace period that's ending this week.
When student loan payments resumed in October 2023, the U.S. Department of Education announced a temporary grace period that's ending this week.
Houston Port strike 2024: Dockworkers demand higher pay, fight automation
For the first time in nearly five decades, dockworkers at the Port of Houston, alongside their counterparts at ports from Texas to Maine, have gone on strike.
For the first time in nearly five decades, dockworkers at the Port of Houston, alongside their counterparts at ports from Texas to Maine, have gone on strike.
Hundreds killed in trailer hitch accidents
You might not think about it, but trailer hitch accidents cause hundreds of deaths each year?TxDOT's new campaign aims to change that.
You might not think about it, but trailer hitch accidents cause hundreds of deaths each year?TxDOT's new campaign aims to change that.
How much you need to make to be considered middle class in Bellaire
Bellaire is among the cities with the highest-earning middle class in the country, according to a new study.
Bellaire is among the cities with the highest-earning middle class in the country, according to a new study.
Spot rental scam ahead of time: tips and advice
Consumers lost nearly $400 million in rental scams last year. Finance professor Dan Roccato had advice on how to spot a scam before it's too late.
Consumers lost nearly $400 million in rental scams last year. Finance professor Dan Roccato had advice on how to spot a scam before it's too late.
Grocery prices today vs. 5 years ago: breakdown
Immigration and inflation are two top issues for voters so Dietrich Von Biedenfeld, a professor with Houston Community College, joined FOX 26 to break down where grocery prices stand today vs. five years ago.
Immigration and inflation are two top issues for voters so Dietrich Von Biedenfeld, a professor with Houston Community College, joined FOX 26 to break down where grocery prices stand today vs. five years ago.
Dangerous levels of spice found in common cinnamon brands
It's pumpkin spice season, but a new report reveals lead in some cinnamon brands. What does this mean for your favorite seasonal drink? Let?s check in with consumer reporter Heather Sullivan!
It's pumpkin spice season, but a new report reveals lead in some cinnamon brands. What does this mean for your favorite seasonal drink? Let?s check in with consumer reporter Heather Sullivan!
Montgomery County residents upset at tax increase
Harris County's leadership has increased property taxes for next year by ten percent or more and it looks like Montgomery County has done the same thing. FOX 26 Political Reporter Greg Groogan went to Magnolia to gauge how the higher tax bill is being received.
Harris County's leadership has increased property taxes for next year by ten percent or more and it looks like Montgomery County has done the same thing. FOX 26 Political Reporter Greg Groogan went to Magnolia to gauge how the higher tax bill is being received.
$48M refund for Invitation Homes renters
Rented from Invitation Homes? You could be getting some money back. Heather Sullivan has all the details on a $48 million refund for renters!
Rented from Invitation Homes? You could be getting some money back. Heather Sullivan has all the details on a $48 million refund for renters!
AI scammers creating fake videos
Scammers are using AI to create convincing fake videos, but Heather Sullivan has some smart tips to help you protect yourself from falling victim.
Scammers are using AI to create convincing fake videos, but Heather Sullivan has some smart tips to help you protect yourself from falling victim.
Houston's inflation rates: How your grocery bill compares to the national average
In Houston, annual inflation was 3.5% in February, compared to 3.2% nationally.
In Houston, annual inflation was 3.5% in February, compared to 3.2% nationally.
Retail store credit cards: Pros and cons
You've probably been asked if you want to sign up for a credit card while checking out at your favorite retail shop. Finance professor Dan Roccato has the pros and cons of getting one of those cards.
You've probably been asked if you want to sign up for a credit card while checking out at your favorite retail shop. Finance professor Dan Roccato has the pros and cons of getting one of those cards.
National College Savings month: How to save
September is National College Savings month to remind you of the benefits of starting to save sooner instead of later. Eric Elkins from Double E Financial has more on when you should start saving and how much.
September is National College Savings month to remind you of the benefits of starting to save sooner instead of later. Eric Elkins from Double E Financial has more on when you should start saving and how much.
Would Harris or Trump do a better job on the economy? Voters split in new poll
About 4 in 10 registered voters say Trump would do a better job handling the economy, while a similar number say that about Harris, according to a new AP-NORC poll.
About 4 in 10 registered voters say Trump would do a better job handling the economy, while a similar number say that about Harris, according to a new AP-NORC poll.
Fresh Start program for borrowers ends Sept. 30
Time is quickly running out for programs to help delinquent student loan borrowers get back on track and wiped clean of defaults. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan reports on what to do if you're behind on payments.
Time is quickly running out for programs to help delinquent student loan borrowers get back on track and wiped clean of defaults. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan reports on what to do if you're behind on payments.
Harris County leaders approve $2.5 billion budget
Harris County leaders have approved a more than $2 billion budget for the next fiscal year and includes an 8 percent property tax increase along with a big cut for the district attorney's office. FOX 26's Denise Middleton has the details on the plan.
Harris County leaders have approved a more than $2 billion budget for the next fiscal year and includes an 8 percent property tax increase along with a big cut for the district attorney's office. FOX 26's Denise Middleton has the details on the plan.
New online passport renewal process
After months of delays, you can now renew your passport online, and easier than before. Heather Sullivan has the details on what you need to know.
After months of delays, you can now renew your passport online, and easier than before. Heather Sullivan has the details on what you need to know.
Here are the states where student loan delinquency is increasing the most
With student loan payments having resumed over the past year, many people have struggled to keep up.
With student loan payments having resumed over the past year, many people have struggled to keep up.
Interest rates drop: What it means for you
Interest rates have dropped for the first time in over four years! Heather Sullivan explains the new rate changes and what they mean for your wallet
Interest rates have dropped for the first time in over four years! Heather Sullivan explains the new rate changes and what they mean for your wallet
Interest rates cut half percentage point
Many of us have been waiting for the news interest rates are finally coming down for the first time in four years. The federal reserve cut them by a half percentage point. FOX's Rebekah Castor reports on the story.
Many of us have been waiting for the news interest rates are finally coming down for the first time in four years. The federal reserve cut them by a half percentage point. FOX's Rebekah Castor reports on the story.