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An African American couple is suing American First National Bank, a Katy-based branch after they were told it only gives out loans to Asians but the story is stranger than you think.

It may be a lifesaver, but not necessarily a savings for your wallet.

The National Alliance on Mental Illness says nearly half of people with mental health conditions go without treatment. Either because they are afraid of the stigma, or cannot afford care. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan shares some ?smart sense? on how to find care, including for those without insurance.

Congress seems to work best when it?s up against a deadline and this latest deadline is coming up fast. In a month, the U.S. could default on its debt and lawmakers are still far apart on negotiations, but they?re at least willing to meet to play ball.

After the most aggressive interest rate hike in 40 years, the federal reserve is expected to approve another quarter-point increase on Wednesday.

Controversy is buzzing over new mortgage rules taking effect Monday: higher fees for homebuyers with good credit, and lower fees for people with lower credit. However, mortgage experts say that?s not the whole story.

The House is out of session this week, but it doesn?t mean the debt limit stand-off has simmered down. Instead, it might be a long battle to raise the debt limit so the country can pay its bills.

Record demand is increasing the time it takes to get a passport. FOX 26's Heather Sullivan has some smart sense on how you can get your passport in time.