Verizon outage update: Service 'fully restored' after network disruptions
A widespread Verizon outage that began Monday morning seemed to be clearing up by late afternoon, not long after Verizon said there was "progress" toward restoring calls and texts.
Satellite merger: DirecTV buys rival Dish and Sling
DirecTV will pay $1 and assume $9.75B worth of debt to buy Dish and Sling.
Is my COVID test expired? How to check, and what to do
If you have unused COVID tests lying around at home, they may be OK to still use. Here’s what to know as the cold and flu season ramps up.
Temporary student loan benefit ends Monday – what borrowers should show
When student loan payments resumed in October 2023, the U.S. Department of Education announced a temporary grace period through Sept. 30, 2024.
Florence ISD cancels classes Monday due to no water
Ongoing repairs to a water line on FM 970 has led to classes being canceled for Florence ISD and residents without water until Monday evening.
Port strike looming: What to know and expect
Retailers are bracing for potential pain should thousands of dock workers along the East Coast begin striking this week. Here’s what to know and what to expect.
Toyota recalls certain SUV models over potential safety issues
The braking issue 'can increase the risk of a crash,' Toyota says.
Could water re-use solve Texas' impending water shortage?: FOX 7 Focus
Experts and state officials are increasingly sounding the alarm about the possibility that the state could run out of water. FOX 7 Austin's John Krinjak takes a closer look in this FOX 7 Focus.
National Coffee Day: Enjoy discounts and freebies on your next cup
National Coffee Day, celebrated on September 29, is a favorite among coffee lovers, with businesses offering enticing deals to mark the occasion.
What does flood insurance cover?
Having flood insurance can come in handy in the event of an emergency, and these are the items covered under a policy.
John Deere recalls 147,900 tractors over risk of brake loss
A recall of another 16,800 of the compact utility tractor models is also underway in Canada
Boar’s Head deli meat recall: 10th death reported in listeria outbreak
A 10th person has died after being infected with listeria linked to recalled Boar’s Head deli meat, the CDC said this week.
Harley-Davidson recalls 41K motorcycles over wiring issue that could cause loss of power
Harley-Davidson is recalling about 41,600 motorcycles over concerns that the wiring inside the bikes could experience a short circuit.
Pet food recalled over possible salmonella, listeria contamination
Several dog food products from Answers Pet Food have been recalled after FDA testing revealed the presence of salmonella and listeria. Both pets and humans are at risk of illness, prompting safety precautions and disposal instructions for consumers.
Spirit Halloween suffers backlash for selling ‘bullet belt’ costume accessory
'It was not our intention for this product or its placement in the store to be viewed in any way other than a punk rock accessory,' the company told WAVY.
5 'unnecessary' bills to stop paying in 2024, according to experts
One way to save money is by looking at monthly bills and identifying items that you pay for but no longer use.
How will interest rate cut impact Austin's real estate market?
After months of speculation, the Federal Reserve cut interest rates last week. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell also announced there are plans for more cuts later this year, and into next year.
Halloween 2024's most popular costumes predicted by NRF
A retail survey shows which Halloween costumes will be flying off the shelves this year for kids and adults. Do you know your costume yet?
Last full-size Kmart in US to close
The last full-size Kmart store in the continental U.S. is closing, marking the end of an era that had already ended years ago.
Growing number of millionaires opt for renting over buying homes: Report
Add a small number of millionaires to the ever-growing list of Americans who have delayed – or disregarded– homeownership.