Chocolate sales spike during lockdown, surpass overall candy sales

A data-driven report from the National Confectioners Association shows that demand for chocolate has surpassed demand observed in the candy market.

Walmart+ launching Sept. 15 as challenger to Amazon Prime

Walmart is launching a new membership service for shoppers this month that it hopes can compete with Amazon Prime.

Free Money Monday

We're celebrating another Free Money Monday here on FOX 4. Today could be your lucky day!

Free Money Monday: Education is Freedom
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Consumer reporter Steve Noviello is wrapping up the month-long Free Money Monday series with his biggest payout yet -- $71, 590 for a North Texas-based educational organization.

United says it will drop widely scorned ticket-change fees

United Airlines says it is dropping a controversial $200 fee on consumers who change a ticket for travel within the United States.

Dwell with Dignity: High-end furnishings marked down to benefit charity
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Starting today you have a chance to decorate your house with high-end furniture and accessories for a fraction of the cost. Plus, 100% of the proceeds help families escape poverty. Consumer reporter Steve Noviello has more about the Dwell with Dignity Thrift Studio. More: thriftstudio.com and dwellwithdignity.org

Starbucks' Pumpkin Spice Latte returns earlier this year

Starbucks is bringing back its coveted Pumpkin Spice Latte Tuesday with its fall menu available at locations across the country -- days earlier than last year’s launch sweetening up 2020.

Free Money Monday: Luna's Tortilla Factory
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The coronavirus pandemic has been devastating for restaurants, especially those that are family-owned like Luna's Tortilla Factory in Dallas. But $22,282.80 on Free Money Monday should help. Consumer reporter Steve Noviello explains where the money comes from and how you can find your own missing cash.

On Your Side: Federal Unemployment Benefits
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The Texas Workforce Commission has applied for a new federal unemployment benefit that means an extra $300 a week if you qualify. Consumer reporter Steve Noviello breaks it down for you.

AMC Theatres reopening Aug. 20 with 15-cent movie tickets

AMC Theatres, the nation's largest movie theater chain, will reopen in the U.S. on Aug. 20 with retro ticket prices of 15 cents per movie.

COVID-19 pandemic is shifting how consumers use gig companies, according to poll

A new survey from the University of Chicago Harris School of Public Policy and The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research shows how consumer attitudes about using ride-hailing and delivery services have changed. It also highlights a wealth divide, where Americans with higher incomes are able to utilize the services to help reduce their risk of infection.

Girl Scouts debuting new cookie variety inspired by French toast

2021 just got a little sweeter. The Girl Scouts of the USA announced a new French toast-inspired cookie flavor to join their lineup of offerings in January.

Free Money Monday: Black Tie Dinner and the American Heart Association
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FOX 4's month-long Free Money Monday series continues as consumer reporter Steve Noviello helps two North Texas charities find thousands of dollars that are rightfully theirs. You could find free money for yourself, your business or your charity too.

Brach’s launches ‘turkey dinner’ flavored candy corn

As if candy corn wasn’t already controversial enough, it’s back with all new Thanksgiving dinner-inspired flavors.

There’s a shortage of Dr Pepper amid the COVID-19 pandemic

The iconic soda brand comforted fans with hopeful words, saying it is doing everything they can to get the beverage back into their hands.