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A coding issue at Equifax is being blamed for incorrect scores, some of which were off by 25 points or more.

If you're looking for ways to cut your family's cellphone bill, some simple steps can save your money, maybe even cut your bill in half.

The City of San Antonio will host several town halls this month to discuss the proposed Fiscal Year 2023 budget, which totals $3.4 billion.

He was overcharged for train tickets he bought in 1999 and had been fighting to get the money back.

As school cafeteria and grocery prices rise, the $5 Dinners mom, Erin Chase, shared some strategies to pack a lunch and stretch your dollar.

Parents shopping for a laptop don't have to spend a fortune to find a quality device. Consumer Reports offers recommendations to fit a range of back-to-school budgets.

Monday is National Dollar Day, an occasion dedicated to celebrating the dollar bill that as of 2019 had 12.4 billion in circulation across the United States.

CPS Energy customers are paying higher energy bills than they did last summer, an average of about $80 dollars according to the provider. It's mostly due to fuel cost increases and the relentless Texas heat wave.

Where can you fill that school supply list for the less cost? We did the homework and compared prices at four stores.

Gas prices are steadily falling after hitting record highs earlier this year and Texans are enjoying the lowest gas prices in the country.

If you're looking for some hot August deals, Consumer Reports found deep discounts on some top-rated back-to-school tech and more.

Just as people are resorting to their credit cards more to cover rising costs, interest rates on those cards are rising. If you can't pay off cards every month, some other strategies can help prevent getting deeper into debt.

While job hunters are scouring online listings and sending out resumes, scammers are working overtime. Reports of employment scams have tripled in recent months, according to the BBB.

Texas has not been immune to rising inflation costs and shrinking product sizes but how exactly is it affecting us locally?

Shopping for the new school year is underway.

As prices rise, parents are cutting back in some areas to afford back-to-school shopping, but smart shopping strategies can help stretch your dollar further.

Consumers are feeling the pinch and experts say things may only get worse during the summer. But there are ways to cut costs during this time.

The San Antonio Food Bank is a lifeline for families in our area, and it’s now seeing a rise in demand as lines are getting longer with more people facing a rise in rent, utilities and gas costs.

A couple clicks here a couple clicks there and the bills paid. The debt is done. Emergency avoided. But how safe is your money?

The real estate market in San Antonio and around the country has seen a boom over the last few years.

There is no shortage of sun during a south Texas summer, so why don’t we harness that energy to power our homes and businesses? The good news is, we are.

Mississippi's top legal official has no plan to prosecute​ Carolyn Bryant Donham, whose accusation set off the lynching of Black teenager Emmett Till nearly 70 years ago, an aide said Friday.

The average college grad will have a starting salary of around $55,000. So how do you balance paying off loans and living your new post-college life?

There's never a good time for your home's air conditioner to go out, but this summer could be the worst. Some simple maintenance can help keep it humming and cooling.

Before you start clicking your way through Amazon Prime Day, here are a few tips to help you land real deals and avoid overspending and hype.

Twenty-eight days of triple-digit heat so far this season means ACs are working overtime. Some simple things can help you use less electricity and manage those scorching bills.

Just in time for the Fourth of July highway parade, gas prices have eased up. Still, at an average $4.42 per gallon locally, it's enough to keep many celebrations close to home.

With Fourth of July discounts and Amazon Prime Day, it's almost like Black Friday in the middle of summer.

If you are looking for an excuse to get outside and enjoy the summer, while also being productive, look no further than your home itself.

Forbes.com reports the average employee gets promoted every three years. But there’s no guarantee. You have to put in the time and the work.

A new online tool is letting people experience some of the difficult choices local families must make due to financial hardships.

Peer-to-payment apps are fast and convenient, but what if something goes wrong? Consumer Reports says doing this one thing may protect your money from scammers and errors.

Worthy Farm will welcome more than 200,000 festival-goers, but some are now nervous about the trip.

As drivers wince from the pain at the pump, Congress may consider suspending the federal gas tax. How much will that save the average driver?

With gas prices in record territory, summer road trips will be pricey. A round-trip drive to South Padre Island from San Antonio will take about $57 just for gas in a mid-sized SUV.

Gas prices are soaring and so is the heat but turning down the AC in your car could be hurting your wallet.

You know groceries are costing more, but how much? We compared prices on eggs, milk, chicken and more to what they cost six months ago.

Four months after Russia invaded Ukraine, the economy still works but it lacks some of its parts.

From putting dinner on the table, gas in the car and a roof over the family’s head, it’s getting more challenging to make ends meet.

Geekdom’s summer schedule is underway to help business owners in the startup space find programs or workshops to help them succeed.

Increasing your gas mileage is a must as fuel prices continue to rise. A Texas mechanic is offering some inexpensive and easy do-it-yourself ways to save a little money.

Just in time for Father's Day, some top-rated tools, trimmers and more are on sale.

We want to know how you’re dealing with the high price of gas.

Gas prices in Texas and around the country continue to climb as commuters feel the squeeze in their wallet.

If you are looking for a home pro to help with projects, there are several things to consider, and the cost is a big part.

Gas prices have hit record highs in Texas and around the country, so it begs the question: “how can we lower prices?” KSAT Explains.

The gas sign reads $4.69 a gallon, but it’s not in California. It’s San Antonio, and drivers are feeling the squeeze.

Inflation is putting a strain on everyone, but those living their Golden Years on a fixed income are struggling to decide what bills to pay.

Before you stock on sunscreen for summer fun, Consumer Reports put several to the test.

Student loan debt in the U.S. totals more than $1.7 trillion. These types of loans can affect your financial future for years.

Suze Orman has never shared a bank account with her partner of over 20 years. The financial expert recommends couples follow three steps to managing money.

Earn-a-Bike was awarded more than $55,000 thanks to Philanthropitch, a fast-pitch competition for innovative nonprofits.

If it's time for a tablet upgrade, Consumer Reports offers recommendations for low and high budgets.

Before you book your summer vacation, a Houston woman shares what happened to her when she booked a cabin for her family. She says she was surprised by more than $1200 in fees.

As the price of groceries continues to creep up, it's pays to plan meals and spending.

Alex Lowndes' gym faced prosecution for opening in lockdown but the case was thrown out of court.

A major donor was listed as a director of a firm secretly owned by a Russian oligarch close to Putin.

U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers in Brownsville seized $106,000, authorities announced Thursday.

John Lansdown is the only seafarer out of the 800 sacked at short notice to take P&O to a tribunal.

Setting up your first budget may seem daunting, but it's actually really simple! Here are a few quick tips to help college students set up their first budget.

Wally Adeyemo, a top US politician, says the West is committed to issuing more sanctions on Russia.

A Texas woman’s TikTok video of her busting a credit card skimmer at a 7-Eleven has gone viral. NBC News’ Morgan Chesky meets with the woman to discuss how she was able to detect the scam.

Thousands of Russian and Ukrainian tourists are stuck in Phuket, unable to go home.

But central bank officials say economy has changed since high-inflation days of the 1970s.

Matt Damon, Tom Brady, Paris Hilton and other celebs are peddling NFTs and cryptocurrency. Of course they are.

“Since the bill was signed into law, this money was going to be spent regardless. If there’s federal money on the table she is, of course, going to do everything she can to make sure it is reinvested in Iowa,” Seid said in a statement. “That’s why she worked with a bipartisan group of her colleagues in asking the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to prioritize NESP construction along the Upper Mississippi River.”

South African anti-apartheid icon Archbishop Desmond Tutu, described as the country's moral compass, has died at the age of 90, sparking an outpouring of tributes for the outspoken Nobel Peace Prize winner.

New restrictions are affecting the hospitality sector on what should be one of its busiest times.

Suze Orman has never shared a bank account with her partner of around 20 years. The financial expert recommends all couples follow this formula to pay bills.

Most HSA owners don't invest their savings. That could short-change them over the long term.

Bond traders aren’t panicking about higher yields, which should bring some comfort to stock investors.

MiamiCoin has generated roughly $7 million for the city since its August launch, and Mayor Francis Suarez said cryptocurrency contributions could one day replace city taxes.

The image of two-year-old Chloe Clem making a disapproving face was auctioned in cryptocurrency.

The show was originally pitched as a competition series but will now become a documentary.

The sign dedicated to the 14-year-old appears to have been hit by a car and removed.

Lebanon’s government has agreed to pay tens of thousands of poor families cash assistance in U.S. dollars from a World Bank loan as the country’s economic crisis deepens

Floyd Mayweather is the proud owner of a mansion in Miami Beach, after throwing down serious coin last week.

After sleeping on the night bus with her daughter, Jo was forced to borrow money.

Officials warn that the severity of natural disasters is outpacing efforts to prevent their damage.

Dancer Yami "Rowdy" Lofvenberg was labelled "stupid" at school. Now she has returned to education - as a lecturer.

Sioban Moore escaped disaster by a whisker after receiving a fake email inviting her for a jab.

Keep in mind that items you no longer wear can often be used by someone else.

The seizure is the largest of its kind in the UK - beating the previous record set just weeks ago.

Ben Moore says he was "sceptical" about the offer but messages on Twitter looked "so genuine".

The supermarket giant says its customers increasingly go online for their entertainment.

People underestimate how much their ideal retirement will cost, according to author Dan Ariely, a professor at Duke University. Here's how much you'll need.

While the money could offer relief to families, some parents may want to opt out.

Flood of federal dollars and new D.C. zoning plan could be game-changers for affordable housing.

Thousands of small businesses are still waiting for Covid-related insurance payouts.

Whether you're setting aside cash for retirement or are simply trying to grow your wealth, you should be in control of your finances.

As the number of Americans investing in cryptocurrency has increased, so too have the scams. The Federal Trade Commission released new data showing cryptocurrency-related investment scams have skyrocketed.

If your bank balance is looking anything but healthy right now, this might help.

Pub and cafe owners in Bolton are apprehensive about reopening amid a rise in the Indian variant.

Beam aimed to let users earn higher interest rates on their money by engaging with its mobile savings app. Beam — the mobile savings app that imploded last year after a CNBC investigation revealed dozens of customers were unable to get their money out — has been shut down for good under a tentative settlement with the Federal Trade Commission. As part of the settlement, Beam is banned from operating a mobile banking app or any other product or service that can be used to deposit, store, or withdraw funds. Under the settlement, neither Beam nor Du admit wrongdoing. Beam, which launched in 2019, billed itself as "the first mobile high-interest savings account for the 99%."

President Joe Biden's Covid relief plan is making its way through Congress. The $1.9 trillion bill includes money for a myriad of programs, including enhanced unemployment benefits, vaccination efforts and $1,400 stimulus checks. Funding new relief spending involves an interesting way of borrowing and figuratively printing money, according to Sahil Bloom, a financial educator and vice president at Altamont Capital Partners. Bloom said the government can create money without actually printing physical currency. Check out this video to see who actually "clicks the button" and to learn how the process can backfire.

There are so many ways to earn, manage and invest your money that it really takes some preparation to get it right. Here is a list of some great free resources to learn more about managing your money. Government ResourcesSeveral government agencies offer free learning resources for new investors. Here are some of my favorite resources:The IRS' Interactive Tax Assistant program offers a plethora of answers to common tax issues and questions. The Social Security Administration also offers excellent resources for mapping out any benefits for which you might qualify - how much you can anticipate to receive in Social Security or SSDI benefits; Medicare; and more.

What is the GSA, and what role does it play in the transition?

Is a trampoline a good purchase to make, to help occupy kids time? However, there are also some rewards to a trampoline that can make entertaining kids a lot easier. So, lets jump (pun intended) into the pros and cons of owning a trampoline, and how to mitigate any concerns. Besides, just jumping by itself is more than enough to burn off energy and fulfill the purpose of getting a trampoline. Have you bought or thought about buying a trampoline during the pandemic?

SAN ANTONIO Officials with the University of Texas at San Antonio have announced that select mandatory fees for the 2020 summer term have now been 100% waived. A Defenders investigation in early May revealed the university would be requiring all students enrolled in the summer to pay the mandatory fees despite other universities across the U.S. waiving them. The transportation fee, student union fee and international education fee will be 100% waived and the recreation center fee will be 50% waived, according to UTSAs website. The Campus Rec Center is still not open but is offering virtual programming for students like online fitness consultations and live group exercise classes. UTSA students taking summer classes hit with mandatory feesBetsy Smith, whose son is enrolled at UTSA this summer, previously told KSAT, when youre charged an athletic fee and theres no athletic events to go to, it just doesnt seem right."

SAN ANTONIO The Pandemic Electronic Benefit Transfer (P-EBT) will provide money to eligible families with children that have temporarily lost access to free or reduced-price school meals, according to Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC). These guidelines are the same as SNAP benefits. Map: Where San Antonio-area students can find free school meals during closuresEven if a childs school is providing meals, families who receive SNAP benefits are still eligible for P-EBT. These families will receive P-EBT benefits on their current Lone Star Card by May 22. (This includes families who received SNAP benefits for the month of March 2020 and have children under 5 and between 19 and 21.)