US private sector lost 32k jobs in November
According to new reporting from payroll processing firm ADP, companies in the private sector lost 32,000 jobs in November. However, despite widespread job losses in November, the education and health services sector gained 33,000 positions in the month. ADP chief economist Nela Richardson recently said, "Hiring has been choppy of late as employers weather cautious consumers and an uncertain macroeconomic environment." LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is learning more with Megan Leonhardt, a senior writer for Barron's covering economic issues.
Labor Department cancels October jobs report
The Labor Department said it will not be releasing a full jobs report for October due to the federal government shutdown. Meanwhile, September's job numbers will be released on Thursday, over a month and a half late.
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
Long haul strike possible as actors picket
Striking actors say they are preparing to continue the dispute with Hollywood movie studios as their strike continues into its second week. California Assemblymember Ash Kalra says the latest studio proposals don't go far enough. He spoke to LiveNOW from FOX about the latest issues.
FDA limits access to updated COVID-19 shots: What we know
Millions of healthy adults and children who are interested in getting an updated COVID-19 shot for extra protection may have to cross several new hurdles to do so.
Pres. Trump signs Crypto regulations into law
President Trump signed a new law Friday establishing a regulatory framework for dollar-pegged cryptocurrencies, commonly referred to as stablecoins. Hadley Stern, the Chief Commercial Officer at Marinade joined LiveNOW's Josh Breslow to explain what it means.
San Quentin holds emotional, first-ever father-daughter prom
Hair, make-up, gowns, tuxedos, and tears—San Quentin Rehabilitation Center was recently the scene of an emotional first-ever father-daughter prom.
FDA expands warning about rare heart risk with COVID vaccines
The FDA, under Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., has taken another step to question the safety of Covid-19 vaccines.
'Razor blade throat': What to know about COVID's new Nimbus variant
Painful symptoms caused by a new COVID-19 variant has led to a new nickname: “razor blade throat Covid.”
US sees cases of new COVID-19 variant linked to surge in China: report
The CDC confirmed the presence of the NB.1.8.1 variant, but says there are too few cases to be included in official COVID tracking data.
FDA will limit approval for seasonal COVID vaccines: What to know
Healthy younger adults and children will no longer be automatically approved for annual COVID-19 vaccines under a new policy from the FDA.
New FDA seasonal COVID-19 shot guidance seeks ‘evidence based’ approach
The FDA says the new approach will aim to balance a timely approval process for vaccines, while also weighing “the need for evidence" of their effectiveness for the masses.
Pres. Trump makes major trade announcement
President Donald Trump announced a trade agreement with the United Kingdom on Thursday, noting that it will be ?the first of many.? Both Trump and British PM Keir Starmer said final details are still being hashed out. Trump said, however, that the UK agreed to fast track American products through its customs process. The Trump administration says it is in active negotiations with India, the UK, South Korea and Japan.
Trump on the Phone with UK Prime minister
President Trump makes major trade deal announcement with the United Kingdom.
Warren Buffett to retire as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway
Warren Buffett shocked an arena full of his shareholders Saturday by announcing that he wants to retire at the end of the year. He also took the time to call out President Trump as it relates to the ongoing tariff war. Buffett saying that the U.S. shouldn't use ?trade as a weapon? and anger the world like President Trump has with his tariffs.
US treasury sec. marks Pres. Trump's first 100 days
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent reflects on President Trump's economic impact through his first 100 days in office. Bessent spoke on Fox & Friends about the President Trump's global tariffs as well as the trade war between the US and China.
Today: White House touts economy in first 100 days
Today marks the first 100 days of President Trump's second aministration, and to reflect on the day the White House is highlighting all of its economic accomplishments and US investments. Joining LiveNOW to break it all down is Jason Greer, Founder and CEO of Greer Consulting, INC.
Consumer spending rises in March ahead of tariffs
U.S. shoppers stepped up their shopping last month, spending more on big ticket items, like cars and electronics, before President Donald Trump?s new tariffs take effect. LiveNOW's Andy Mac spoke about how tariffs impact consumer spending with Barron's reporter Sabrina Escobar.
Dow posts largest daily point increase in history
U.S. stocks soared after President Trump pivoted on his tariff strategy pausing tariffs on those nations willing to negotiate, while ramping up tariffs on China by 125%. FOX Business' Edward Lawrence reports that the Dow Jones Industrial Average posted its "largest daily point increase in history." (+2,963)
Britain reacts to Trump tariffs: 'We are prepared'
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer reacts to the latest decision by U.S. President Trump to impose worldwide tariffs