Kidnap scammers using AI to create fake videos, voice recordings of loved ones
Scammers are using artificial intelligence to clone the voice or videos of a loved one to trick you into paying a ransom for their release.
Scammers are using artificial intelligence to clone the voice or videos of a loved one to trick you into paying a ransom for their release.
Kidnap scammers using AI to create fake videos, voice recordings of loved ones
Victims say voice clones left them scared for their loved ones' lives.FOX 26 Consumer Reporter spoke with cyber security experts to learn how to prevent getting scammed and recognize the signs.
Victims say voice clones left them scared for their loved ones' lives.FOX 26 Consumer Reporter spoke with cyber security experts to learn how to prevent getting scammed and recognize the signs.
Job tips, tools: Professionals turning to upskilling to advance their careers
If you need to find a new job or a new career more people are turning to what's called "upskilling. Here's how you can get started.
If you need to find a new job or a new career more people are turning to what's called "upskilling. Here's how you can get started.
JOBS: Grow your career through upskilling
If you need to find a new job or a new career more people are turning to what's called "upskilling." These are low-cost to free online programs that offer professional skill development. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan shares more on how you can get started.
If you need to find a new job or a new career more people are turning to what's called "upskilling." These are low-cost to free online programs that offer professional skill development. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan shares more on how you can get started.
Interest rates increased by Fed, but now rates also increased on saving accounts
The Fed just raised interest rates again this week to help slow inflation. One benefit however is that it raises interest rates on savings accounts. Here are some options on how you can save more with high-yield savings accounts
The Fed just raised interest rates again this week to help slow inflation. One benefit however is that it raises interest rates on savings accounts. Here are some options on how you can save more with high-yield savings accounts
Money: Ways to save more with increased interest rates
The Fed just raised interest rates again this week to help slow inflation. One benefit however is that it raises interest rates on savings accounts. After the increase, many people have been putting money in Apple's new high-yield savings account. FOX 26's Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan shares more options on how you can save.
The Fed just raised interest rates again this week to help slow inflation. One benefit however is that it raises interest rates on savings accounts. After the increase, many people have been putting money in Apple's new high-yield savings account. FOX 26's Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan shares more options on how you can save.
Where to find mental healthcare services, including for the uninsured
For Mental Health Awareness Month, here's a round-up of local mental healthcare services available to those in the Houston area including resources for people who do not have health insurance or cannot afford treatment.
For Mental Health Awareness Month, here's a round-up of local mental healthcare services available to those in the Houston area including resources for people who do not have health insurance or cannot afford treatment.
Affordable mental healthcare patients can turn to even for the uninsured
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.
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.
Sullivan's Smart Sense: Life Coach shares advice on dealing with career burnout
Join us Wednesday on Sullivan’s Smart Sense at 12:30 p.m. for a live talk with Certified Life Coach and author of "You Need an Income, Not a Job" Darryl Bumpass, Sr. on how to deal with burnout, practice self-care, and reach your goals.
Join us Wednesday on Sullivan’s Smart Sense at 12:30 p.m. for a live talk with Certified Life Coach and author of "You Need an Income, Not a Job" Darryl Bumpass, Sr. on how to deal with burnout, practice self-care, and reach your goals.
Do new mortgage rules mean higher credit homebuyers pay more?
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.
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.
New rules on mortgage fees that may have some people with stronger credit scores paying more
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.
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.
Tips to help get passports in time for a trip
Record demand for passports is causing wait times to nearly double, leaving thousands of travelers worried they won't get their passports in time for international summer trips.
Record demand for passports is causing wait times to nearly double, leaving thousands of travelers worried they won't get their passports in time for international summer trips.
Tips to getting your passport in time amid record breaking demand
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.
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.
15 million could lose Medicaid coverage in "unwinding" process
An estimated 15 million people are expected to lose their Medicaid coverage, including one million Texans, now that Medicaid "unwinding" has begun. Find out what steps to take if you're losing your benefits.
An estimated 15 million people are expected to lose their Medicaid coverage, including one million Texans, now that Medicaid "unwinding" has begun. Find out what steps to take if you're losing your benefits.
15 million could lose Medicaid coverage in 'unwinding'
An estimated 15 million people are expected to lose their Medicaid coverage, including one million Texans, now that Medicaid "unwinding" has begun. That means the COVID public health emergency is ending and automatic re-enrollment set up during the pandemic has ended. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan shares some Smart Sense on what recipients need to know.
An estimated 15 million people are expected to lose their Medicaid coverage, including one million Texans, now that Medicaid "unwinding" has begun. That means the COVID public health emergency is ending and automatic re-enrollment set up during the pandemic has ended. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan shares some Smart Sense on what recipients need to know.
Sullivan's Smart Sense: Loyalty programs that save the most money
FOX 26's Heather Sullivan shares some Smart Sense on loyalty programs that will save you the most money, and how to choose the right ones for you in our ongoing digital series.
FOX 26's Heather Sullivan shares some Smart Sense on loyalty programs that will save you the most money, and how to choose the right ones for you in our ongoing digital series.
Some fans say their Taylor Swift Houston-show tickets from Ticketmaster were non-existent
Some fans complain of ticket-snafus from Ticketmaster for the Taylor Swift concert at NRG Stadium (Taylor's Version).
Some fans complain of ticket-snafus from Ticketmaster for the Taylor Swift concert at NRG Stadium (Taylor's Version).
Smart Sense: The importance of checking your bank statement regularly
FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has some smart sense on why you should be sure you're checking your bank statements regularly.
FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has some smart sense on why you should be sure you're checking your bank statements regularly.
Fresh Start resource fair for people with misdemeanor convictions Saturday in Bissonnet
A resource fair for people with misdemeanor convictions will be held Saturday.
A resource fair for people with misdemeanor convictions will be held Saturday.
FICO offering free credit building workshop on Saturday in southeast Houston
Is inflation causing you to fall behind on credit card or loan payments? FICO is holding a free credit workshop this Saturday to help you improve your credit score!
Is inflation causing you to fall behind on credit card or loan payments? FICO is holding a free credit workshop this Saturday to help you improve your credit score!