44,000 Texans could lose SNAP benefits from expanded work requirement

Advocates fighting hunger concerned debt ceiling bill will limit access to SNAP benefits for those who need it, limiting access to food.

US debt ceiling legislation could impact SNAP food benefits recipients
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Anti-hunger advocates say new SNAP requirements in the debt ceiling bill could limit access to food for some people in need. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan is looking into the possible change.

CashApp, Venmo users urged to move money into insured bank accounts

The Consumer Financial Protect Bureau cautions payment app users that apps are not required to be insured so you should move your money.

Cash App, Venmo, PayPal not required to be insured, why you need to move your money
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If you use payment apps to store money like Cash App, Venmo, or PayPal, consumer watchdogs urger you to move your funds to an insured bank account because these apps are not required to be insured. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan tells us more about why that is.

ERCOT announces new communication tool to keep residents updated on Texas' power supply
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Texas summer heat is starting to roll in, along with a growing number of new residents from other states. On the heels of this, ERCOT announced it will issue new TXANS notifications on the state's power supply.

ERCOT launches new 'TXANS' grid notification system to keep residents updated on Texas' power supply

Texas summer heat is starting to roll in, along with a growing number of new residents from other states. On the heels of this, ERCOT announced it will issue new TXANS notifications on the state's power supply.

More than 20% of 401(k) accounts are forgotten when changing jobs: report

Report finds investors have left $1.35 trillion in forgotten 401(k) accounts. While you may think your forgotten money has been growing all this time, sometimes former employees are charged higher maintenance fees.

More than 20% of 401(k) accounts are forgotten when changing jobs
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Did you know more than 20% of 401(k) accounts are forgotten when employees leave their jobs? It's $1.35 trillion and your money may not be growing the way you think. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan shares some Smart Sense on how to find lost 401(k)'s.

Personal bankruptcies up nearly 20% in 2023, options to avoid filing

The number of people filing for personal bankruptcy has been up nearly 20% since the start of the year, according to court filings. Here are some options you can take before filing for bankruptcy.

Personal finances: Options to a avoid filing bankruptcy
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The number of people filing for personal bankruptcy has been up nearly 20% since the start of the year, according to court filings. Many people are struggling to keep up with high inflation and interest rates. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has Smart Sense on your options before filing for bankruptcy.

Too Good To Go app launches in Houston to help save money
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An app is launching in Houston this week that can help you save money on food and help save the environment. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan shows us how the 'Too Good To Go' app is working with local restaurants to sell food for a fraction of the price.

More than 240,000 vehicles with dangerous recalls on Texas roads
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Newly released data revealed more than 240,000 unsafe vehicles are still on Texas roads, despite being recalled. It?s leaving people at risk of serious injuries, and even, death.

Google enhances search engine with AI chatbot 'Bard'
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Google is now offering artificial intelligence in its search engine by letting you try its ChatBot 'Bard'. It's the latest use of artificial intelligence that's changing the way we do things online. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan shows us what it can do.