Flight delays worsen as government shutdown continues
Airline travelers in the United States are starting to feel the effects of the ongoing government shutdown. Some 13,000 air traffic controllers are employed across the U.S. Many already work six days per week, faced with a long-simmering shortage of employees. LiveNOW?s Austin Westfall is learning more about the ongoing shutdown?s impact on the airline industry with Randy Klatt from the Foundation for Aviation Safety.
Airline travelers in the United States are starting to feel the effects of the ongoing government shutdown. Some 13,000 air traffic controllers are employed across the U.S. Many already work six days per week, faced with a long-simmering shortage of employees. LiveNOW?s Austin Westfall is learning more about the ongoing shutdown?s impact on the airline industry with Randy Klatt from the Foundation for Aviation Safety.
UPS reaches tentative deal, likely averting strike
The United Parcel Service (UPS) and the Teamsters announced that the two sides reached a tentative agreement on a new contract that will avert the threat of a strike beginning in August. The current collective bargaining agreement ? which is the largest private sector deal in North America ? is set to expire on July 31, and union members were poised to begin a strike on August 1 if the two sides were unable to reach an agreement. More LiveNOW from FOX streaming video
The United Parcel Service (UPS) and the Teamsters announced that the two sides reached a tentative agreement on a new contract that will avert the threat of a strike beginning in August. The current collective bargaining agreement ? which is the largest private sector deal in North America ? is set to expire on July 31, and union members were poised to begin a strike on August 1 if the two sides were unable to reach an agreement. More LiveNOW from FOX streaming video
November Social Security payment schedule: Here's what to know
Recipients of Supplemental Security Income (SSI) can expect their November payment on Oct. 31 since Nov. 1 falls on a weekend.
Recipients of Supplemental Security Income (SSI) can expect their November payment on Oct. 31 since Nov. 1 falls on a weekend.
VA says 37,000 employees now furloughed or working without pay due to government shutdown
The Department of Veterans Affairs says 37,000 employees have been furloughed or are working without pay as the government shutdown continues.
The Department of Veterans Affairs says 37,000 employees have been furloughed or are working without pay as the government shutdown continues.
Carter's closing 150 stores, reducing office workforce by 15%
Popular children's clothing retailer Carter’s revealed it will be closing 150 stores and reducing 15% of its office-based workforce. Here’s what we know.
Popular children's clothing retailer Carter’s revealed it will be closing 150 stores and reducing 15% of its office-based workforce. Here’s what we know.
More than 170,000 Ford and Lincoln vehicles recalled over issue with moonroof deflector
The recall covers certain Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, and pickup truck models manufactured between 2021-2023.
The recall covers certain Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, and pickup truck models manufactured between 2021-2023.
Blood pressure medication recalled due to cancerous chemical
More than 500,000 bottles of blood pressure medication have been recalled for having high levels of a cancer-causing chemical.
More than 500,000 bottles of blood pressure medication have been recalled for having high levels of a cancer-causing chemical.
Fed cuts rates again, lowest level in 3 years
Bill Adams, Chief Economist at Comerica Bank, joins LiveNOW's Austin Westfall to discuss the implications of Wednesday's decision by the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates.
Bill Adams, Chief Economist at Comerica Bank, joins LiveNOW's Austin Westfall to discuss the implications of Wednesday's decision by the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates.
PayPal partners with OpenAI to allow customers to check out in ChatGPT
San Jose company's shares climb after announcing integration allowing instant checkout for ChatGPT users.
San Jose company's shares climb after announcing integration allowing instant checkout for ChatGPT users.
Candy recall ahead of Halloween for allergen risk
A candy recall has been announced just ahead of Halloween after certain peanut butter and cashew bars were found to contain undeclared nut allergens.
A candy recall has been announced just ahead of Halloween after certain peanut butter and cashew bars were found to contain undeclared nut allergens.
Study shows an average of 15,078 pieces of mail are lost each month
A recent study shows that between 2022 and 2024, more than 542,000 pieces of mail were lost or went missing in the U.S., an average of 15,078 each month.
A recent study shows that between 2022 and 2024, more than 542,000 pieces of mail were lost or went missing in the U.S., an average of 15,078 each month.
Here's how many people receive SNAP benefits in your state
Across the country, there are over 41 million people enrolled in the federal government’s Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program, known as SNAP.
Across the country, there are over 41 million people enrolled in the federal government’s Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program, known as SNAP.
Tesla reportedly phasing out AM/FM radios in 2026 standard models
Tesla may be ditching AM/FM radio in its 2026 budget models. Here’s what we know.
Tesla may be ditching AM/FM radio in its 2026 budget models. Here’s what we know.
3M recalls over 13,000 thermal laminators overheating issue
The laminator could cause a burn hazard and consumers with the devices are encouraged to stop using them.
The laminator could cause a burn hazard and consumers with the devices are encouraged to stop using them.
For Halloween lovers, these are the best places to live
Halloween is one of the most popular times of the year for people to celebrate their love of spookiness. If you have a desire to live spooky year round, there are several places in the U.S. where you can live and do just that, according to Zillow.
Halloween is one of the most popular times of the year for people to celebrate their love of spookiness. If you have a desire to live spooky year round, there are several places in the U.S. where you can live and do just that, according to Zillow.
Over 100K pulled pork sandwich products recalled due to possible plastic contamination
Consumers with the recalled items in their refrigerators are urged to throw them away immediately.
Consumers with the recalled items in their refrigerators are urged to throw them away immediately.
Federal Reserve likely to cut key interest rate: What to know
The Fed is almost certain to cut its key interest rate on Wednesday, but the shutdown has cut off critical hiring and inflation data used to make their decision. Here’s what to know about the meeting.
The Fed is almost certain to cut its key interest rate on Wednesday, but the shutdown has cut off critical hiring and inflation data used to make their decision. Here’s what to know about the meeting.
Ford recalls 1.4M vehicles over rearview camera issue
Ford is recalling more than 1.4 million vehicles due to issues with the rearview cameras.
Ford is recalling more than 1.4 million vehicles due to issues with the rearview cameras.
Molson Coors cutting hundreds of jobs as part of restructuring plan
Molson Coors Beverage Company is eliminating hundreds of jobs by the end of year as it undergoes a restructuring. (Gabby Jones/Bloomberg via Getty Images)
Molson Coors Beverage Company is eliminating hundreds of jobs by the end of year as it undergoes a restructuring. (Gabby Jones/Bloomberg via Getty Images)
Aldi offering a $40 Thanksgiving meal for 10
Grocery retailer Aldi is offering a $40 Thanksgiving meal for 10 that includes a 14-pound turkey and nine side dishes.
Grocery retailer Aldi is offering a $40 Thanksgiving meal for 10 that includes a 14-pound turkey and nine side dishes.