Black Friday shopping still going strong
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Online sales have been going strong throughout the holiday season, but millions are still set to actually head out and go to the physical stores and get those deals this year.

Safety Shot: New drink that lowers blood alcohol levels set to release in December

Safety Shot Inc. is introducing a groundbreaking beverage to swiftly squash a buzz. The "Safety Shot" is crafted to accelerate alcohol detox and promptly plummet blood alcohol content (BAC) in record time.

Here's how much money you need to be happy, according to 2023 survey

A recent survey asked the age-old question: can money buy happiness? More than half said yes, and here's the price tag for the average American.

Social Security reform would restore full benefits to public workers

Reform to provisions designed to even the playing field between workers who paid Social Security and public sector workers who don't but benefit from a pension program could cost as much as $150 billion.

Paper check fraud is on the rise: What to know

While online banking and electronic payments are now more mainstream, many Americans still write paper checks, and there's been a resurgence of fraud in some lesser-known ways.

What is soft saving?
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Have you heard of soft saving? A lot of younger folks are embracing the idea that they don't need to save, because they'll never retire.

Biden signs temporary spending bill averting government shutdown

The temporary spending bill, which ensures the government remains open until after the holidays, does not include any wartime aid for Ukraine or Israel, nor does it offer humanitarian funding for Palestinians.

US Postal Service records whopping $6.5 billion net loss for 2023

The U.S. Postal Service has posted a $6.5 billion net loss for fiscal year 2023 with operating revenue falling by $321 million.

Dollars & Sense: Holiday deals, protect data
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In this episode of Dollars & Sense, FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has more on Thanksgiving deals, the FOX Holiday Gift Guide, how you can protect your data, and more!

Flat October inflation leaves consumer prices unchanged

Consumer prices held steady in October as prices remained the same as the month before, and on an annual basis, prices rose 3.2% in October, a deceleration from the 3.7% growth in September.

Credit card balances grow $48 billion in the third quarter: NY Fed

Credit card balances spiked by $154 billion year over year, notching the most significant increase since 1999, according to the New York Fed.

Fake sales? How to spot the real deals
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Before you dive into holiday shopping, beware of fake sales! Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has the scoop on why most retailer sales prices are questionable, and she's sharing smart tips to help you spot the real deals.

Smart Sense: Saving on Thanksgiving shopping
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Snagging a Thanksgiving dinner for four under $25 at Target, with a total of $24.32, the deal may include substitutions but promises affordability. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan explores other Thanksgiving bargains on the table this year!

Homebuying to remain slow through 2023: agent survey

High mortgage rates and home prices may keep homebuyers on the sidelines through 2023, a survey found. But you can still find the best mortgage rate by comparing your options.