Gas prices projected to go down starting in 2022

The federal government said help is on the way, projecting people will spend less at the gas station in 2022.

Discovery of AirTag tracking device prevents double theft of truck

The Fayette County Sheriff's Office says the man said he was heading to work in Austin when he got an alert on his iPhone that he was being tracked.

Gift Guide: Top Tech Gifts for 2021
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Give the gift of gadgets they are sure to love this holiday season. Consumer reporter Steve Noviello shows off some of of the things on his top tech list from this year's holiday gift guide.

Gift Guide: Top 10 Toys
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There are so many toys to choose from but only 10 can be called tops. Consumer reporter Steve Noviello shares part of his Top 10 Toys list form this year's holiday gift guide.

Gift Guide: Gift ideas for tweens
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They are too old for toys and too young for extensive technology. If the tween on your shopping list has you stumped, consumer reporter Steve Noviello is here with ideas from his annual holiday gift guide.

Supply chain challenges continue for North Texas small businesses

President Biden reported the number of shipping containers sitting for more than eight days is down by more than 40% this month. But that is trickling down slowly to small businesses.

Strong Cyber Monday sales expected but could fall short of 2020 spending

Both Black Friday and Thanksgiving Day online shopping came in below Adobe's prediction. On Black Friday, online sales reached $8.9 billion, down from the $9 billion in 2020.

Cyber Monday: Tips for finding the best deals online
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Retailers are hoping to cash in this Cyber Monday as many of us will go online to bag bargains. Consumer reporter Steve Noviello says while the savings forecast may be a little cloudy, there are still ways to create your own custom discounts.

Small Business Saturday: Consumer spending projected to set new records

Saturday marks Small Business Saturday — a day created to shift consumers’ attention to the stores that call their communities home.

Postal workers prepare for another pandemic crush of holiday gifts

Postal workers who recall packages and letters piled up in distribution hubs a year ago are gearing up for another holiday crush.

USPS releases holiday shipping deadlines

The holidays are coming up soon and it's not too early to start making plans for shipping gifts to friends and family. See the list of USPS shipping dates.

North Texas Black Friday shoppers see some higher prices, empty shelves

The day after Thanksgiving typically marks the unofficial beginning of the holiday shopping season, but stores in recent years have put less emphasis on it. This year, many may see higher prices and empty shelves due to the supply chain crisis.

Stocks sink on new COVID variant; Dow loses 1,000 points

A day after the Stock Market was closed for Thanksgiving, news of a new COVID-19 variant sent stocks falling, with the Dow losing 1,000 points.

The best places to shop on Black Friday 2021

Last week, WalletHub published a report that found which retailers have the best deals for the shopping holiday.

Old Spice, Secret deodorant sprays recalled due to cancer-causing chemical

Proctor & Gamble is voluntary recalling all lots of Old Spice and Secret aerosol spray antiperspirants and Old Spice Below Deck aerosol spray products with an expiry through September 2023 due to the presence of the chemical benzene.

Most major retail and grocery stores stay closed this Thanksgiving

After years of retailers competing for Black Friday shoppers by starting on Thanksgiving, most big box stores are staying closed this year.

Steve Noviello's 2021 Holiday Gift Guide
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A powered pony, all the spirits with none of the spoils and a work station you'll never want to leave? from super-sized frames to small business bling, this is the FOX Holiday Gift Guide and we've got gift-giving all wrapped up!