Social Security September payment schedule: Here’s when beneficiaries will get their checks
Many Social Security retirement, disability, and survivor beneficiaries will receive their September payments on either the second, third, or fourth Wednesday of the month.
Many Social Security retirement, disability, and survivor beneficiaries will receive their September payments on either the second, third, or fourth Wednesday of the month.
Sullivan's Smart Sense: Declutter your space
With school back in session, staying organized is key! Home organization specialist Melanie Summers shares tips to keep your kids on track.
With school back in session, staying organized is key! Home organization specialist Melanie Summers shares tips to keep your kids on track.
Why there are more 401(k) millionaires in the US than ever before
A new report published by Fidelity Investments shows the number of 401(k) accounts with balances of $1 million or more hit a new record at the end of June.
A new report published by Fidelity Investments shows the number of 401(k) accounts with balances of $1 million or more hit a new record at the end of June.
Social Security: 3 changes to look out for in 2025, according to experts
The Social Security COLA increase in 2025 is likely to be smaller than in 2024, according to estimates. Here are some potential changes Americans should take into account.
The Social Security COLA increase in 2025 is likely to be smaller than in 2024, according to estimates. Here are some potential changes Americans should take into account.
How to avoid fake airline scams for travel season
Houston Airport say they're prepeared ot serve 880,000 passengers at Bush Airport and Hobby Airport for the Labor Day weekend and Friday is the busiest day, but not only for travelers. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan reports on the travel news
Houston Airport say they're prepeared ot serve 880,000 passengers at Bush Airport and Hobby Airport for the Labor Day weekend and Friday is the busiest day, but not only for travelers. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan reports on the travel news
Protect your boat this Labor Day weekend
Texas ranks third in stolen boats and gear nationwide. Consumer reporter Heather Sullivan shares smart tips to protect your property this Labor Day weekend.
Texas ranks third in stolen boats and gear nationwide. Consumer reporter Heather Sullivan shares smart tips to protect your property this Labor Day weekend.
Kroger, other retailers charging fees for 'cash back' at registers
A recent report finds that some big retailers are levying fees on consumers who are asking for cash back during transactions at stores.
A recent report finds that some big retailers are levying fees on consumers who are asking for cash back during transactions at stores.
Labor Day weekend: Beat the gas prices with these tips
With Labor Day weekend travel up 10% and costs down, Heather Sullivan is live with tips to help you save on gas and make the most of your trip.
With Labor Day weekend travel up 10% and costs down, Heather Sullivan is live with tips to help you save on gas and make the most of your trip.
Is now the time to buy a home?
Down payment assistance programs are available for first-time buyers. Sandra Bradford from Bank of America is here to share her insight.
Down payment assistance programs are available for first-time buyers. Sandra Bradford from Bank of America is here to share her insight.
UH food pantry sees surge in usage
Food insecurity is a growing challenge for college students, impacting graduation rates and daily life. Discover how the University of Houston?s Cougar Cupboard is stepping up to help.
Food insecurity is a growing challenge for college students, impacting graduation rates and daily life. Discover how the University of Houston?s Cougar Cupboard is stepping up to help.
How to lower car insurance, why rates are rising
Car insurance rates constantly rising have become a thorn in most driver's side and a new study is suggesting the "pain" is about to get worse. Richard Johnson with tehe Insurance Council of Texas joined the FOX 26 Morning Show to tell us why this keeps happening.
Car insurance rates constantly rising have become a thorn in most driver's side and a new study is suggesting the "pain" is about to get worse. Richard Johnson with tehe Insurance Council of Texas joined the FOX 26 Morning Show to tell us why this keeps happening.
ATM fees hit a record high in US — these are the cities where you'll pay the most
As average out-of-network ATM fees hit an all-time high, Americans pay the most in these metros.
As average out-of-network ATM fees hit an all-time high, Americans pay the most in these metros.
Solar power gains traction after Beryl
With Hurricane Beryl's power outages driving interest, more Texans are turning to solar power and backup batteries to stay connected and save on energy costs.
With Hurricane Beryl's power outages driving interest, more Texans are turning to solar power and backup batteries to stay connected and save on energy costs.
Gen Z cynical about future as majority call cost of living the number one election issue
Gen Z young adults are "struggling to remain optimistic" about their economic futures, a new report says, as rising costs of living and unaffordable housing prices make them re-evaluate their dreams.
Gen Z young adults are "struggling to remain optimistic" about their economic futures, a new report says, as rising costs of living and unaffordable housing prices make them re-evaluate their dreams.
More than half of adults over 65 are missing out on free money for food, health care
Millions of older adults are eligible for but not enrolled in programs that can help them afford food, Medicare, and other daily expenses.
Millions of older adults are eligible for but not enrolled in programs that can help them afford food, Medicare, and other daily expenses.
'Demand' of money from Houston ISD bond proposal
Local government "requesting" and "demanding" more of Houstonians money from Houston ISD's jumbo bond proposal to Harris County's plan to substantially raise property taxes. FOX 26 Political reporter Greg Groogan shares what to expect before it happens.
Local government "requesting" and "demanding" more of Houstonians money from Houston ISD's jumbo bond proposal to Harris County's plan to substantially raise property taxes. FOX 26 Political reporter Greg Groogan shares what to expect before it happens.
Federal courts halt SAVE plan | Sullivan's Smart Sense
If you signed up for the new SAVE Plan to cut your federal student loan payments, you may have received a notice that your loans are now in forbearance.
If you signed up for the new SAVE Plan to cut your federal student loan payments, you may have received a notice that your loans are now in forbearance.
Home buying, selling changes to go into effect
Beginning Aug. 17, there will be changes on how homes are bought and sold after the National Association of Realtors announced it would pay $418 million to settle lawsuits. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has a look at what this means.
Beginning Aug. 17, there will be changes on how homes are bought and sold after the National Association of Realtors announced it would pay $418 million to settle lawsuits. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has a look at what this means.
Back-to-school shopping? Don?t fall for scams
As parents and students hunt for back-to-school bargains, the Better Business Bureau is warning about scams to avoid. Consumer reporter Heather Sullivan shares some smart tips to protect yourself!
As parents and students hunt for back-to-school bargains, the Better Business Bureau is warning about scams to avoid. Consumer reporter Heather Sullivan shares some smart tips to protect yourself!
Inflation falls to lowest level in three years
After more than three years, inflation fell to its lowest level, according to the labor department but are people feeling the difference? FOX's Olivianna Calmes reports are speaking with shoppers.
After more than three years, inflation fell to its lowest level, according to the labor department but are people feeling the difference? FOX's Olivianna Calmes reports are speaking with shoppers.