IRS missing millions of tax records
A new report says the IRS missing millions of records on taxpayers and it concerns the agency because that information could be used to commit tax fraud. A Treasury Inspector General Report says that data is on thousands of microfilm cartridges.
New COVID variant blamed for infection spike
A new COVID-19 variant now makes up most of the new cases in the United States. About 18 percent of new Covid infections stem from EG5. Doctors expect the number of cases to increase quickly.
Saudi Arabia to continue oil production cuts
High gas prices are likely here to stay through the summer Saudi Arabia says it will extend oil production cuts through September, and that could affect prices for the rest of the season.
Houston Health officials send warning amid concerning spike in COVID-19 cases
The summer is in full swing and as we near back to school time many people are gathering for pool parties, cook-outs, and other events but the City of Houston is seeing a spike in COVID-19 cases.
Houston sees spike in COVID-19 cases
The summer is in full swing and as we near back to school time many people are gathering for pool parties, cook-outs, and other events. However, the city of Houston is seeing a spike in COVID-19 cases. FOX 26's Gabby Hart has a message from local healthcare workers.
Fewer than 200K jobs added in July: report
The job market continued its slowdown in July but the numbers suggest it remains resilient. FOX's Madeleine Rivera breaks down the jobs report from Washington.
Houston COVID-19 summer spike: Doctors share reminders amid increase in cases
The Harris County Medical Society is offering important reminders, now that we’re experiencing the fourth summer of a COVID spike in cases in Houston.
What's causing uptick in COVID-19 cases?
Unfortunately, the Houston area is seeing an uptick in COVID cases this summer. The amount of virus detected in wastewater has been going up as well. Houston Health Department Chief Medical Officer Dr. David Persse speaks more on what might have caused this increase.
Bud Light lays off hundreds of workers
Bud Light's partnership with a transgender social media influencer may be costing more jobs. Anheuser-Busch announced it's returning management within the organization and cutting almost 2 percent of its 19,000-employee workforce.
Houston seeing uptick in COVID-19 cases
FOX 26 Anchor Caroline Collins and Anthony Antoine spoke with Dr. Peter Hotez with Baylor College of Medicine about the uptick in cases.
Shift in vacation home rental market
A shift in the vacation rental market is leaving many rentals unbooked and it's causing those who own them to become concerned about possibly losing money. Jamie Lane with AirDNA has more on what's going on in this market shift.
Amazon Prime Day: What deals are available
Amazon customers, it's the day you've been waiting for: Prime Day is here! FOX 26's Shelby Rose is checking out all the deals from the facility in Sugar Land.
Standoff over property tax relief continues
Texas lawmakers are starting another special session to tackle property taxes, but they can't seem to decide how to put more money in your pocket. One state representative wants you to cote on it. FOX's Shaun Rabb has a look at the plans on the table.
Economy update: ’Richcession,’ ‘Rolling Recession,’ or none at all?
Is a recession still in sight? The economy keeps managing to grow and so does the belief among some economists that the U.S. might achieve an elusive “soft landing.” Professor Dietrich von Biedenfeld with University of Houston – Downtown helps explain it all.
What's causing grave marker delays for some Houstonians?
Some Houston residents tell FOX 26 they've been waiting years for their loved one's grave markers. Heavenly Memorials and Monuments owner Craig Mitchell tells Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan in this full interview how a backlog caused by the COVID-19 pandemic played a factor.
President Biden cracks down on hidden 'junk fees' added on top of purchases
President Biden is going after those hidden fees you pay on everything from concerts to hotel rooms. They're what he calls "junk fees" and they're surprise surcharges added on top of a list price just before purchase. FOX's Caroline Shively reports from the White House where the president met with executives who promised to change the way fees are structured.
Billions of dollars in COVID-19 relief aid stolen or wasted, investigation reveals
The investigation uncovers a pattern of fraudulent activities, embezzlement, and mismanagement of funds that have plagued COVID-19 relief efforts worldwide.
Macy's, Costco shopping habits may be recession signs
Can the future of the U.S. economy be predicted by Macy's and Costco shoppers? The two retailers have sounded a warning, but is it enough for consumers to be concerned about?
Why are more Americans declining COVID-19 vaccine boosters?
More Americans are declining COVID-19 boosters. Right now, the CDC says only 20 percent of adults in the nation are getting boosted leaving them with little protection against being hospitalized for symptoms of COVID-19. Dr. Peter Hotez with Baylor College of Medicine joins FOX 26 to address concerns.
Most US adults are declining COVID boosters as CDC warns of health risks: 'Relatively little protection'
Adults who aren’t current on their COVID-19 vaccine booster doses may have "relatively little remaining protection" against hospitalization compared to those who haven’t been vaccinated at all, suggests a new study from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).