New study: Texans worried about layoffs as recession fears mount

As recession fears continue to grab headlines across the nation, Texans are starting to become more anxious about losing their jobs, according to a new study. Four of the 10 metro areas nationwide where residents are most anxious about layoffs are in the Lone Star State, according to financial tech company SmartAsset. It based its rankings on how often residents of various locations Googled "layoffs," "furlough" and "severance pay," among similar phrases.