Testing hacks to keep carved pumpkins from rotting
There’s no shortage of hacks on social media, suggesting using everything from oil, petroleum jelly, bleach and vinegar to make pumpkins last longer. But do they work? We put some to the test.
There’s no shortage of hacks on social media, suggesting using everything from oil, petroleum jelly, bleach and vinegar to make pumpkins last longer. But do they work? We put some to the test.
SNAP recipients share fears about not receiving November benefits
SNAP recipients share their fears about not receiving November benefits
SNAP recipients share their fears about not receiving November benefits
Families concerned about loss of SNAP benefits
Millions of Texans may not receive the SNAP benefits they need and FOX 26's Heather Sullivan spoke to two women who depend on SNAP for food.
Millions of Texans may not receive the SNAP benefits they need and FOX 26's Heather Sullivan spoke to two women who depend on SNAP for food.
Potential SNAP benefit delay could heighten growing hunger crisis in Texas
The potential SNAP benefit delay could increase growing hunger crisis in Texas, a state which has the highest population of food insecure people in the U.S.
The potential SNAP benefit delay could increase growing hunger crisis in Texas, a state which has the highest population of food insecure people in the U.S.
Texas food insecurity on the rise; food preservation tips
Texas has the highest population of food insecure individuals in the country, according to Feeding Texas. If the government shutdown continues past Monday, millions will not receive November SNAP benefits. FOX 26's Heather Sullivan spoke with Mia Medina with 'No Kid Hungry Texas' about the issue.
Texas has the highest population of food insecure individuals in the country, according to Feeding Texas. If the government shutdown continues past Monday, millions will not receive November SNAP benefits. FOX 26's Heather Sullivan spoke with Mia Medina with 'No Kid Hungry Texas' about the issue.
Tips to manage your SNAP benefits
More than millions of Texans, including children, may not receive their November SNAP benefits if the federal government shutdown goes past today. FOX 26's Heather Sullivan is joined by Justin King with the Propel app about to talk about concerns families are having.
More than millions of Texans, including children, may not receive their November SNAP benefits if the federal government shutdown goes past today. FOX 26's Heather Sullivan is joined by Justin King with the Propel app about to talk about concerns families are having.
Fall reset for your finances | Sullivan's Smart Sense
Fall is great time to reset your finances. We talk to an expert about what you should be doing this time of year.
Fall is great time to reset your finances. We talk to an expert about what you should be doing this time of year.
Disabled veteran's bank account funds frozen after reporting scam
A disabled veteran said her bank account was hit by a scammer and after reporting it to her bank, her funds were frozen for a month. Here's how to protect your account or get those restrictions lifted.
A disabled veteran said her bank account was hit by a scammer and after reporting it to her bank, her funds were frozen for a month. Here's how to protect your account or get those restrictions lifted.
Veteran faces frozen funds after reporting a scam
A disabled veteran contacted us after she said her bank account was hit by a scammer. But she says after reporting it to her bank, her funds were frozen for a month, leaving her unable to pay her bills.
A disabled veteran contacted us after she said her bank account was hit by a scammer. But she says after reporting it to her bank, her funds were frozen for a month, leaving her unable to pay her bills.
Did PPP Loan fraud help drive up home prices?
FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has some smart sense that might surprise you!
FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has some smart sense that might surprise you!
Credit Card Debt Rising for Americans
FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has some smart sense on why credit card debt is on the increase.
FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has some smart sense on why credit card debt is on the increase.
Insurance for rideshare drivers
FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has some smart sense on what you should do if you use your personal vehicle for Uber, Lyft, or Doordash.
FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has some smart sense on what you should do if you use your personal vehicle for Uber, Lyft, or Doordash.
Auto refinancing: What to know | Sullivan's Smart Sense
You may be able to save on average $150 a month by refinancing your auto loan. Here's what you need to know.
You may be able to save on average $150 a month by refinancing your auto loan. Here's what you need to know.
Selling gold & silver, how much is it worth?
US Coins & Jewelry is holding a free event to find out how much your gold jewelry and coins might be worth on Monday, Oct. 20 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Kenny Duncan stopped by to show us how the process works.
US Coins & Jewelry is holding a free event to find out how much your gold jewelry and coins might be worth on Monday, Oct. 20 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Kenny Duncan stopped by to show us how the process works.
Halloween costume shopping: How to save, avoid scary prices
A new report shows households will spend about $114 on Halloween this year. Here's what you can do to save this spooky season!
A new report shows households will spend about $114 on Halloween this year. Here's what you can do to save this spooky season!
Save money on Halloween, costumes, more
The only thing scarier than a zombie apocalypse this Halloween are the prices we're going to pay for candy, d?cor, and costumes. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan explains more about saving money this spooky season.
The only thing scarier than a zombie apocalypse this Halloween are the prices we're going to pay for candy, d?cor, and costumes. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan explains more about saving money this spooky season.
3% of Central Texas homes in flood zone had federal flood insurance: report
The Insurance Fairness Project just issued a new report revealing only 3% of homes that were damaged had federal flood insurance.
The Insurance Fairness Project just issued a new report revealing only 3% of homes that were damaged had federal flood insurance.
Few homeowners had insurance during Texas floods
A new report reveals how the insurance crisis made the July 4th floods in Central Texas even worse for so many people who lost their homes and businesses. FOX 26's Heather Sullivan explains more on these findings.
A new report reveals how the insurance crisis made the July 4th floods in Central Texas even worse for so many people who lost their homes and businesses. FOX 26's Heather Sullivan explains more on these findings.
Lithium-ion batteries: Fire hazards they pose in electronic devices, toys
This week is Fire Prevention Week and firefighters are focused on warning you about the dangers and safe use of lithium-ion batteries.
This week is Fire Prevention Week and firefighters are focused on warning you about the dangers and safe use of lithium-ion batteries.
Knowing how to use a fire extinguisher
It's Fire Prevention Week and firefighters want you to know how to prevent fires or what to do to stop one. FOX 26's Heather Sullivan is at Cy-Fair Fire Department to share more on staying safe inside your home.
It's Fire Prevention Week and firefighters want you to know how to prevent fires or what to do to stop one. FOX 26's Heather Sullivan is at Cy-Fair Fire Department to share more on staying safe inside your home.