Americans' economic, financial expectations sink in April

A new Gallup poll shows a sharp decline in Americans' confidence in the economy and their personal finances. d

Did you default on your student loans? What to know as collections resume

Starting next month, the Department of Education will begin the collection process on student loans in default. Here’s what you need to know.

DHL to halt global shipments over $800 to US due to new customs rules

The multinational logistics company DHL Express said it would suspend global shipments worth more than $800 to American consumers.

Texas school choice plan, education funding approved: TWITP

FOX 7 Austin's chief political reporter Rudy Koski and our panel of analysts discussed that and other hot topics this week.

Here's the status of property tax relief in Texas

If you haven’t received your property tax notice, you will soon. County appraisal districts are in the process of mailing them out. At the same time, state lawmakers are working to provide some relief.

Retirement and debt: All you need to know
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The effects of crippling debt can dampen the golden years. Finance professor Dan Roccato has more on dealing with debt later in life.

These TV characters probably outearn you

On “The Simpsons," Mr. Burns earns $258,900 as a chief executive, while Dr. Gregory House from "House" earns $270,560, according to a new study.

Can Trump fire the fed chair? President lashes out at Powell for economic outlook

President Trump has hinted that he wants to fire Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell for his economic outlook and refusal to lower interest rates. Can he do that?

New bipartisan tax proposal could give your family more money

A bipartisan group of lawmakers is pushing to make the adoption tax credit refundable, which could allow more families to get the credit even if it's more than their “tax burden."

Central Texas Food Bank loses federal funding

The federal government is taking a bite out of funding. The United States Department of Agriculture has cut money from flowing into two main programs.

Central Texas Food Bank loses funding
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The federal government is taking a bite out of funding. The United States Department of Agriculture has cut money from flowing into two main programs.

United Airlines calls economy ‘impossible to predict’ as Trump tariffs cloud business outlook

United Airlines said the economy is “impossible to predict” as Trump’s trade war adds confusion to business forecasts. Companies like Nvidia, AMD, and ASML also report disruptions.

Report: Trump to end IRS Direct File program for free tax filing

The Trump administration is planning to end the IRS Direct File program that allows tax returns to be filed directly to the IRS for free.

America's 250th birthday plans at risk amid DOGE cost-cutting

Plans for America’s 250th anniversary celebration are at risk due to federal funding cuts under President Donald Trump’s administration.