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Rising beef and milk prices driven by drought, supply shortages
Read full article: Rising beef and milk prices driven by drought, supply shortagesConsumers may have noticed higher prices for staple items such as beef and milk at the grocery store in the last few months. Those increases reflect deeper challenges facing farmers and ranchers across Texas and the nation, according to the Texas Farm Bureau.
Do you also have $21K waiting for you? Texas has more than $492M in unclaimed property for Bexar County
Read full article: Do you also have $21K waiting for you? Texas has more than $492M in unclaimed property for Bexar CountyThe state of Texas is holding more the $10 billion in unclaimed property — most of it cash — and more than $492 million of it is owned by Bexar County residents.
Many teachers juggle side jobs to make ends meet, report finds
Read full article: Many teachers juggle side jobs to make ends meet, report findsTeachers are known for going above and beyond for their students, but for many, the work doesn’t stop when the school day ends. For one San Antonio high school teacher, long hours are just part of the profession.
Why some tax refunds are larger in 2026, and who benefited the most
Read full article: Why some tax refunds are larger in 2026, and who benefited the mostThe U.S. Treasury Department reports that the average tax refund this year has climbed to more than $3,400 — approximately $340 higher than last year.
‘Buy now, pay later’ borrowers falling behind on payments, report shows
Read full article: ‘Buy now, pay later’ borrowers falling behind on payments, report showsA new LendingTree survey shows a rising number of consumers are paying late on these short-term loans. LendingTree analysts are also revealing that more borrowers are relying on the option just to make ends meet.
Many Americans exercise for free, but spend on workout gear, survey shows
Read full article: Many Americans exercise for free, but spend on workout gear, survey showsA new survey found nearly a quarter of regular exercisers spend nothing at all on exercise. Instead, they choose activities like running or walking outdoors that require little to no cost. However, while the workout itself may be free, the clothing and accessories often are not.
Texas oil companies stand to profit from Iran war disruptions while consumers face higher gas prices
Read full article: Texas oil companies stand to profit from Iran war disruptions while consumers face higher gas pricesThe U.S.-Israel war with Iran means higher profits for Texas oil companies and higher costs for its consumers, according to Texas experts who are tracking suddenly-volatile energy markets.
We checked out some of the 100 free things to do at the San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo
Read full article: We checked out some of the 100 free things to do at the San Antonio Stock Show & RodeoThe San Antonio Stock Show Rodeo is still going strong with 100 FREE things to do on the fairgrounds. Our KSAT crew stopped by the fairgrounds to check out a few of those free things, starting with a selfie at the iconic "Let's Rodeo" sign!
8-year-old San Antonio entrepreneur sells candles to save up for car
Read full article: 8-year-old San Antonio entrepreneur sells candles to save up for carStarting, building and keeping a business can be a daunting task for anyone, especially for a child. But over the past 5 months, 8-year-old Madison Ayers has filled more than 1,000 orders for candles she makes from scratch.
Valentine’s Day flower prices bloom as tariffs impact San Antonio florists
Read full article: Valentine’s Day flower prices bloom as tariffs impact San Antonio floristsValentine’s Day flowers may cost more this year as tariffs and higher shipping expenses drive up prices for local florists, according to a San Antonio shop owner who says the increases are also cutting into sales.
Valentine’s Day costs climb 30% in the past 5 years, survey finds
Read full article: Valentine’s Day costs climb 30% in the past 5 years, survey findsAn analysis by Savings.com of Consumer Price Index data found the cost of celebrating Valentine’s Day has risen by 30% since 2021, outpacing overall inflation and making the holiday harder to afford for many Americans.
Millions of Amazon Prime customers may be eligible for refunds after FTC settlement
Read full article: Millions of Amazon Prime customers may be eligible for refunds after FTC settlementMillions of Amazon customers across the U.S. may be getting money back after the Federal Trade Commission accused the company of enrolling users in Prime subscriptions without their consent.
Report ranks San Antonio affordable, but $90K income needed for comfortable living
Read full article: Report ranks San Antonio affordable, but $90K income needed for comfortable livingA recent national report ranks San Antonio among the most affordable large metro areas in the country. However, local economists say the income needed to live comfortably in this city is still out of reach for many residents.
Cybersecurity experts warn of rising ghost tapping scam targeting credit cards, digital wallets
Read full article: Cybersecurity experts warn of rising ghost tapping scam targeting credit cards, digital walletsTap-to-pay credit cards and digital wallets have made everyday purchases faster and more convenient, but cybersecurity experts warn that criminals are also exploiting the technology through a rapidly growing scam known as “ghost tapping.”
CPS Energy urges conservation during peak hours ahead of icy weekend
Read full article: CPS Energy urges conservation during peak hours ahead of icy weekendCutting back on your electricity this weekend will not only help protect the power grid but also keep your electric bills from climbing, according to CPS Energy.
Rio Grande City resident scores $1 million Texas Lottery scratch ticket prize from San Antonio H-E-B
Read full article: Rio Grande City resident scores $1 million Texas Lottery scratch ticket prize from San Antonio H-E-BA Rio Grande City resident has claimed a $1 million winning scratch ticket purchased at a San Antonio grocery store, according to a Texas Lottery news release.
Financial expert shares how to set a ‘financial reset’ budget plan for year ahead
Read full article: Financial expert shares how to set a ‘financial reset’ budget plan for year aheadAfter the holidays, many people are entering the new year with a familiar sense of financial stress — credit card balances to pay down, “buy now, pay later” installments to manage and budgets that may feel stretched thin. Financial experts at NerdWallet say the start of the year is a good time for what they call a “financial reset” — a chance to get organized and make a plan for the rest of the year.
Proposed Visa, Mastercard settlement could change checkout experience for shoppers
Read full article: Proposed Visa, Mastercard settlement could change checkout experience for shoppersA proposed legal settlement between Visa, Mastercard and U.S. merchants could soon change how some shoppers pay at checkout.
Social Security recipients will see a 2.8% cost-of-living boost in 2026, an average of $56 per month
Read full article: Social Security recipients will see a 2.8% cost-of-living boost in 2026, an average of $56 per monthStarting this month, the Social Security Administration’s annual cost-of-living adjustment will go up by 2.8%, translating to an average increase of more than $56 for retirees every month.
Financial experts advise tackling holiday debt early as new year begins
Read full article: Financial experts advise tackling holiday debt early as new year beginsA recent survey from LendingTree found that 37% of Americans accumulated holiday debt, with respondents averaging about $1,223 in additional spending
Anxiety surrounds health care amid changes, increased cost in new year
Read full article: Anxiety surrounds health care amid changes, increased cost in new yearNearly half of Americans said they’re worried they won’t be able to afford necessary health care this year, according to a recent West Health-Gallup survey.
What NASDAQ’s move to Texas could mean for jobs, 401(k) plans in San Antonio
Read full article: What NASDAQ’s move to Texas could mean for jobs, 401(k) plans in San AntonioTexas could soon become a major player in the financial world, with NASDAQ announcing plans to open a regional office in the state.
Baptist Health, Cigna reach agreement to keep patients in-network
Read full article: Baptist Health, Cigna reach agreement to keep patients in-networkShould the two sides be unable to reach terms before the Dec. 31 deadline, Baptist Health System said 1.4 million Texas families could face higher costs or disruptions in their healthcare.
Consumer Reports investigation: Instacart’s AI-enabled pricing experiments may be inflating your grocery bill
Read full article: Consumer Reports investigation: Instacart’s AI-enabled pricing experiments may be inflating your grocery billA new Consumer Reports investigation found that Instacart has been running AI-assisted pricing experiments across several major grocery chains, and in some cases, the discrepancies were significant.
Holiday shopping season sees record spending predictions, but individual budgets may tighten
Read full article: Holiday shopping season sees record spending predictions, but individual budgets may tightenThe National Retail Federation expects Americans to break a record this holiday season, projecting shoppers to spend more than $1 trillion.
Far east Bexar County resident scores $1 million prize in Texas Lottery scratch ticket game
Read full article: Far east Bexar County resident scores $1 million prize in Texas Lottery scratch ticket gameAn Adkins resident, in far east Bexar County, claimed a winning scratch ticket worth $1 million, the Texas Lottery said in a news release.
San Antonio residents turn to side jobs to keep up with rising costs
Read full article: San Antonio residents turn to side jobs to keep up with rising costsThe latest Bureau of Labor Statistics data shows 5.4% of employed Americans hold multiple jobs, reflecting growing economic pressures as inflation continues to impact household budgets.
Here’s where you can score deals on Thanksgiving meal deal bundles this year
Read full article: Here’s where you can score deals on Thanksgiving meal deal bundles this yearAs has been the case for years, major grocers are offering meal deals for the big holiday. This year, some retailers are lowering prices for those packages.
$1.6M+ raised to help San Antonio SNAP recipients during benefits pause, Mayor Jones says
Read full article: $1.6M+ raised to help San Antonio SNAP recipients during benefits pause, Mayor Jones saysOver $1.6 million dollars have been raised from local businesses to aid SNAP recipients as the federal government shutdown continues, Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones said at a Friday press conference.