Why are gas prices going up? Blame the heat and production cuts

Gas prices in the U.S. are continuing to rise this summer, creating another money headache for Americans. Here's a few factors that are causing the price jump.

North Austin middle school watering schedule raises concerns amid restrictions

A North Austin resident is voicing his concerns about a nearby middle school's watering schedule amid the city's stage one drought response restrictions.

Incandescent light bulb ban goes into effect this month: Here's what you need to know

A nationwide ban on incandescent light bulbs goes into effect on Aug. 1, 2023, which means if they’re made or sold by a retailer, that business could be fined up to $542 per bulb.

Overstock's website changes to Bed Bath & Beyond domain

The online retailer Overstock.com is dumping its name online and has become Bed & Bath & Beyond, which declared bankruptcy earlier this year.

Malware from China could target Texas power grid, utilities

Cutting off the electricity and shutting off the water supply is the purpose of new malware discovered by authorities.

Fisher-Price unveils first-ever sensory line of toys for preschoolers

The company said it wants to create "a more inclusive play experience for neurodivergent and neurotypical kids, by allowing them to create their own unique play. "

Ford recalls over 870,000 F-150 pickups in US

Affected trucks could experience sudden activation of their electric parking brakes.

Feds consider cracking down on e-bikes after battery explosions cause deadly fires

Federal officials are considering a crackdown on defective lithium-ion batteries that power hoverboards, scooters and motorized bicycles because of a rash of deadly fires caused by exploding batteries.

Scammers posing as law enforcement in Hays County: police

Hays County law enforcement is warning about reported phone scams where scammers are calling about pending arrest warrants and asking for payment with a gift card or bitcoin.

Federal Reserve raises key interest rate for 11th time by a quarter-point in effort to slow inflation

The Federal Reserve raised its key interest rate Wednesday for the 11th time in 17 months, a streak of hikes that are intended to curb inflation but that also carry the risk of going too far and triggering a recession.

Auto-loan rejections are up as Federal Reserve raises key interest rate

The Federal Reserve's decision Wednesday to raise its benchmark rate for the 11th time, by a quarter-point, could once again send ripple effects across the economy.

Holiday travel: Is now the time to book airline tickets?

Airline prices for Christmas holiday travel are already tracking as high as last year. Should you book your flights now?

BBB releases report on most common, costly scams

$4 million has already been lost by Texans in just the first half of 2023. That amount is more than consumers lost in an entire year from 2018-2022.