Tesla reverses course, agrees to recall 135,000 vehicles over failing touchscreens

Tesla has agreed to recall nearly 135,000 vehicles in the U.S., following a months-long investigation into a problem related to vehicle touchscreen displays, which regulators warned could increase the risk of collision.

Amazon to pay $61.7 million to settle claims it withheld tips from drivers

Amazon will pay nearly $62 million to settle charges with the Federal Trade Commission that it took tips from delivery drivers over a two and a half year period.

6 ways to improve your odds of getting a low mortgage refinance rate

With interest rates set at historical low levels through 2022, now may be an ideal time to consider refinancing your mortgage. Follow these tips to secure the lowest rate possible.

How to handle student loan payments during COVID

Struggling to keep up with your student loan payments during the pandemic? Here's what you need to know.

Ralphs, Food 4 Less to close 25% of Long Beach stores over extra $4 per hour 'Hero Pay' ordinance

Ralphs and Food 4 Less, both owned by the parent company Kroger, announced Monday that they will be closing 25% of their stores in Long Beach after the city council passed an ordinance requiring companies with over 300 employees nationwide to pay employees an extra $4 per hour.

Failed comeback: Toys R Us shutters its last 2 stores in US

The only two Toys R Us stores that opened in November 2019 as part of a small U.S. comeback attempt by the iconic toy chain have now closed.

Refinance into a 15-year mortgage to save money — here's how you can get the best deal

With interest rates at an all-time low, now is the perfect time for homebuyers to refinance to a 15-year mortgage. Follow these steps to snag the lowest mortgage refinance rates.

Should you refinance a home equity loan?

Home equity loans are proving popular during the pandemic. Now, with interest rates low, it could be time to refinance into a lower loan payment.

Austin-area businesses can now move to 75% occupancy

Area businesses, including restaurants and retail, are now permitted to move to 75% occupancy, and hospitals can resume elective surgeries. 

Southwest Airlines CEO says Hawaii demand is 'darn strong'

Travel demand may be rising for some "beach and nature-inspired" destinations even as airlines continue to pile up coronavirus-related losses.

FOX 7 Discussion: Reddit investors vs Wall Street

Michael Sury, a lead economist at UT Austin, joins Rebecca Thomas on FOX 7 Austin to discuss the trading chaos stemming from Reddit investors fueling stocks this week.