Taxpayers in these 24 states will be able to file their returns directly with the IRS

The IRS is expanding its Direct File program to 30 million taxpayers in 24 states for the 2025 tax season. Learn more about the new eligibility standards and participating states.

Source: Dockworkers' union suspends port strike until Jan. 15 to allow time to negotiate new contract

The union, the International Longshoremen's Association, is to resume working at least until January said the person, who spoke on condition of anonymity because the agreement has yet to be signed.

JCPenney to hire more than 10,000 workers this holiday season

JCPenney is hiring more than 10,000 seasonal workers nationwide ahead of the holiday season. Here are the other companies looking for seasonal employees.

Port strike and cruise lines: Will operations be disrupted?

The status of cruise operations was in the spotlight after dockworkers at ports along the East and Gulf Coasts went on strike this weekk.

Helene: The impact on semiconductor production
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As recovery continues after Hurricane Helene battered parts of the Southeastern U.S., LiveNOW from FOX's Christina Evans spoke to MarketWatch reporter Hannah Erin Lang on the impact the storm has had on the production of semiconductors.

Will the US port strike raise gas prices? What you need to know

Experts say the U.S. port strike could eventually affect the oil and gas industry. While no immediate disruptions are expected, the real question is whether prolonged strikes could lead to price hikes.

Strike at ports update: 45,000 stop work along East Coast, Gulf docks

A union contract involving 45,000 dockworkers lapsed on Monday, kicking off a strike that could shut down ports across the East and Gulf coasts. Here's how it could impact you.

CVS Health to cut 2,900 jobs

CVS Health announced that it will cut 2,900 jobs as part of a cost-cutting plan.

Port workers begin strike that could cause shortages
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U.S. ports from Maine to Texas shut down Tuesday when the union representing about 45,000 dockworkers went on strike for the first time since 1977. LiveNOW from FOX host Jeane Franseen spoke to FOX 29 reporter Hank Flynn on the latest.

Dockworkers launch strike at U.S. ports
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Maritime Analyst Sal Mercogliano joins LiveNOW's Austin Westfall to discuss the work stoppage by dockworkers at East Coast and Gulf Coast ports.

Port strike by thousands of workers could begin
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Joe Camberato, CEO of National Business Capital, joins LiveNOW's Austin Westfall to discuss the imminent U.S. port strike and what goods could be impacted.

Port strike looming: What to know and expect

Retailers are bracing for potential pain should thousands of dock workers along the East Coast begin striking this week. Here’s what to know and what to expect.

U-Haul offers free month of storage for Helene victims

Helene has caused more than 50 deaths and brought widespread flooding and destruction to Florida, Georgia, the Carolinas and Tennessee.

House passes spending bill to fund government
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The House of Representatives on Wednesday passed a stopgap spending bill to fund the government through December 20th, averting a shutdown. It passed 341 to 82 and now heads to the Senate.