Houston hotels strugging to fill 1,300 open jobs amid summer travel boom
With the summer travel season in full swing, hotels are ramping up their efforts to attract and hire qualified candidates to meet the increasing demand.
How scammers are posing as real law enforcement officials
Imposter scams are on the rise with call scammers using real people's identities like law enforcement to take advantage of people. Joining the factor to talk about the dangers is dan parsons with the Better Business Bureau of Houston.
Millions of Americans brace for return of student loan repayments
While millions of students are bracing for the return of their student loan repayments, retailers are bracing for impact, too. Several borrowers are already bracing for hits to their budgets. In a few months, millions could be making payments for the first time in three years.
Georgia auto shop owner must pay $39K after paying former employee in oil-covered pennies
A decision has been made in the case involving the Fayetteville man who was given 91,500 oil-covered pennies in January 2021 as his final paycheck by the owner of Peachtree City auto repair shop A OK Walker Autoworks.
Auto shops struggle to find trained mechanics amid national shortage: 'It's really getting scary'
There's only about half the number of auto mechanics needed coming out of technical colleges and training programs every year.
Fewer homes are selling, but they're selling fast: Redfin
Despite low inventory, the homes for sale are selling at a fast pace, according to a report by Redfin. Here’s what you need to know.
President Biden cracks down on hidden 'junk fees' added on top of purchases
President Biden is going after those hidden fees you pay on everything from concerts to hotel rooms. They're what he calls "junk fees" and they're surprise surcharges added on top of a list price just before purchase. FOX's Caroline Shively reports from the White House where the president met with executives who promised to change the way fees are structured.
Legislative bill seeks to make expanded child tax credit permanent
House Democrats recently introduced the American Family Act of 2023, legislation that seeks to restore the expanded, monthly Child Tax Credit to parents across the U.S.
Today's mortgage rates are mixed, though shorter terms have lower rates | June 15, 2023
Check out the mortgage rates for June 15, 2023, which are mixed from yesterday.
How you can protect your home by blurring your home on Google Maps
FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has some smart sense on how to do it.
CFPB warns about side effects of using medical credit cards, loans
Alternative debt financing products like medical credit cards and medical installment loans can weaken consumers' financial well-being, the CFPB warned in a recent report.
'Wheel of Fortune' host Pat Sajak: What is his net worth?
"Wheel of Fortune" only tapes four days a month, meaning the soon-to-retire host earns more per taping day than most people make in a year.
Texas Lt. Governor delivers ultimatum on property tax relief
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick is demanding the State House work on property tax relief. FOX 26 Political Reporter Greg Groogan shares what else he said during a stop in Houston.
Inflation cools sharply in May to 4%, lowest in 2 years
Last month marked the slowest pace of inflation since March of 2021.
Check fraud cases rising dramatically, with Americans warned not to mail checks if possible
Check fraud is back -- and in a big way. Today's criminals have sophisticated operations that have ramped up since the COVID government relief checks became an attractive target.
FOX Faceoff: Texas lawmakers disagree on property tax relief
One of the big items on the agenda for state lawmakers in 2023 was property tax relief, but Republicans are having a hard time agreeing on how to do it. Charles 'Big Angry' Adams and Quanell X share their thoughts.
Many federal student loan borrowers expected to struggle when payments resume, here's what they can do
Federal student loan repayments will finally resume for 43 million borrowers at the end of August after a 3-year pause. Many are expected to struggle to make payments on top of high inflation, however.
Energy efficiency tips to 'Beat the Heat' in Houston's hot months
There’s a cost connected to what temperature you set your thermostat, but FOX 26’s Tom Zizka shows you what you can do to stay comfortable while not breaking the bank.
Student loan repayments to soon resume; here?s what borrowers need to know
Federal student loan repayments will finally resume for 43 million borrowers at the end of August after a 3-year pause. Many are expected to struggle to make payments on top of high inflation, however. FOX 26 Consumer Heather Sullivan shares some smart sense on how you can reduce your payments.
Managing thermostats: Staying cool without getting burned by high energy costs
There?s a cost connected to what temperature you set your thermostat, but FOX 26?s Tom Zizka shows you what you can do to stay comfortable while not breaking the bank.