What to know about the new TSA Real ID fee
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Air travelers in the U.S. without a REAL ID will be charged a $45 fee beginning in February, the Transportation Security Administration announced Monday. Steve Lorincz, the TSA executive assistant administrator for security operations joined LiveNOW's Josh Breslow to explain how it works.

Trump plans to announce new Fed chair early next year
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President Donald Trump said over the weekend that he has made his choice for who will be the next Federal Reserve chair, a decision that comes as affordability becomes a major talking point. "I know who I am going to pick, yeah. We’ll be announcing it," President Trump told reporters on Sunday. Right now Trump's top economic advisor Kevin Hassett looks to be an early favorite for the promotion. LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is discussing the economic impact of the planned Trump accounts with the Associated Press's Chris Rugaber and learning more about Kevin Hassett.

Trump administration seeking to stop SNAP payments to Democrat-led states for not providing enrollee records

During President Trump’s cabinet meeting Tuesday, Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins said the administration will stop Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP) payments to Democratic-controlled states if they don’t  provide information on those receiving the assistance.

SNAP: See the overpayment and underpayment rates for benefits in every state

There are around 42 million low-income Americans who receive benefits from the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP). The SNAP Quality Control system ensures recipients receive the right benefits and identifies both underpayments and overpayments.

New SNAP rules in effect, how to plan for changes
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It has been reported that around 42 million low-income Americans rely on the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program, known as SNAP or food stamps, to buy groceries. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), which oversees the program, is currently working on a major overhaul to combat waste, fraud, and abuse. As part of this effort, the Trump administration's new requirements for the SNAP program became effective on December 1st, intended to reform the system. LiveNOW’s Mike Pache is speaking with Darren Botelho from FOX Business Network (FBN) who has all the latest updates on SNAP from Capitol Hill.

New SNAP requirements now in effect,  USDA planning major overhaul of program

Around 42 million low-income Americans rely on the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program, known as SNAP or food stamps, to buy groceries. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) oversees the program and says it is working on a major overhaul to root out waste, fraud, and abuse.

Children’s helmets sold on Amazon, Walmart recalled for failing safety standards

Outdoor Master has recalled about 24,300 children’s and youth helmets after federal regulators found they fail to meet mandatory bicycle-helmet safety standards.

Black Friday online spending hits record $11.8B

AI-driven traffic to retail websites jumped 805% as Americans avoided crowded stores.

Social Security December payment schedule: Here’s when recipients get their checks

The Social Security Administration sends regular monthly payments, and the date varies depending on birth date or when you began receiving benefits. Here's what to expect in December.

5 bulk grocery staples that might actually be a waste of money, experts warn

Many shoppers assume warehouse clubs and big-box stores are the smartest places to save — but consumer experts warn that jumbo purchases can quietly drain your budget.

Airbus orders A320 fixes following flight-control incident

Airbus issued an urgent directive on a “significant number" of A320 family aircraft, potentially disrupting travel. Here’s what we know.