BBB warns consumers of tap-to-pay scams this holiday season
A warning before you shop in a crowded mall or attend a busy festival or sporting event this holiday season. The Better Business Bureau is issuing an alert that tap-to-pay scams are rising.
Popular, budget-friendly toys for kids this holiday season
If you're looking for the perfect toy to put under the tree this year, we spoke with toy expert Marisa Silva about the most popular toys this year.
'Ralph Lauren Christmas' trend: How TikTokers are decking the halls on a dime
A "Ralph Lauren Christmas" is trending on social media, as people show off decorating their homes in the designer look. But you can get the designer look on a budget.
Asking Questions to Save Money | Sullivan's Smart Sense
Join FOX 26 Financial Reporter Heather Sullivan as Author Matt Schulz joins the show.
Healthy, low-cost Thanksgiving meal options
A Thanksgiving feast can add up fast in calories and cost. So we asked H-E-B to share some low-cost, healthy options. H-E-B dietitian Mary Katharine Hutchinson and Chef Linda showed us to make Thanksgiving feasts that are lower in sodium, added sugar, and cost, but high in flavor!
Houston ranked 7th in U.S. for rats; how to prevent the costly critters
More property owners in Houston are saying, "rats!" Pest control company Rentokil Terminix analyzed the number of calls for rodent activity around the country and found Texas had a 23% increase last year. Houston ranks as the 7th highest city in the U.S.
Stores offering Thanksgiving meal deals for 2025: Target, Amazon, Walmart, more
If you’re hosting Thanksgiving dinner this year, you’ll be thankful for a number of low-cost meal deals from local grocery stores.
Trump admin reverses rule requiring compensation for significant flight delays
The rule requiring compensation for significantly delayed flights is officially grounded.
Workers retiring early using the F.I.R.E. Movement: What is it?
Two percent of Americans retire before the age of 50, but more are trying to retire early through what's known as the F.I.R.E. Movement. What is it?
FULL INTERVIEW: Peter Adeney, known as "Mr. Money Mustache," one of the F.I.R.E. movement leaders
Discover the secrets to financial independence with Peter Adeney, better known as "Mr. Money Mustache," a leading voice in the F.I.R.E. (Financial Independence, Retire Early) movement.
Houston mom of 4 describes impact of SNAP delays, FOX 26 viewer steps up to help
Houston mom of 4 describes the impact of SNAP delays and a FOX 26 viewer steps up to help the family get what they might need.
Houston mother of 4 on impact of SNAP uncertainty
A Houston mother of four children all under the age of 8 says uncertainty over SNAP funding is adding to her family's stress. FOX 26's Heather Sullivan spoke to the mom and a FOX 26 viewer who stepped up to help.
Government shutdown: Flights canceled at Bush, Hobby airports due to FAA order
Dozens of flights have been canceled at Bush, Hobby airports as of Monday morning and there were 1,400 US flights are canceled nationwide as the FAA ordered airlines to cancel 10% of scheduled flights.




















