Hundreds of CDC workers reinstated after being fired amid government shutdown

Layoff notices were reversed for some Centers for Disease Control and Prevention employees after many were notified of layoffs as the government shutdown continues.

Pres. Trump threatens China with new 100% tariff
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Economist Dr. Mike Walden joins LiveNOW's Austin Westfall to discuss President Trump's announcement of a 100% tariff on all Chinese imports.

IRS reveals 2026 tax adjustments with changes from 'big, beautiful bill'

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) on Thursday announced annual inflation adjustments for dozens of tax provisions, along with changes made under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA).

Musk's X settles $128 million severance pay lawsuit with former Twitter executives

Former Twitter CEO Parag Agrawal and three other executives have reached a settlement with Elon Musk over alleged unpaid severance following his $44 billion company takeover.

What you can and can't get if your flight is delayed or canceled during the shutdown

Flight delays are increasing as the government shutdown strains air traffic control. Here’s what you can and cannot do if your flight gets canceled or delayed.

Grocery bills are most expensive in these major cities, analysis finds

Grocery prices are a big financial stressor for many Americans, and here are the major cities that may be feeling the pinch the most.

Trump says he is considering giving Americans $2,000 tariff stimulus checks

President Trump said he is looking at sending stimulus checks worth $1,000- $2,000 funded from revenues generated from tariffs to Americans.

Social Security recipients getting double payments this October; here's why

The Social Security Administration sends some benefits early when the 1st falls on a weekend or holiday. Here’s which recipients will get a double payment this month.

American Airlines ditches bag sizers at airport boarding gates

American Airlines has removed bag sizers at its boarding gates across the U.S. meaning fliers won’t have to squeeze their bags inside the metal contraptions to make sure their bag will fit in the overhead compartment.

Bartenders noticing lack of tips from Gen Z drinkers, they say

Some bartenders are saying the youngest drinkers are the ones tipping less frequently at bars and restaurants than others.

New car down payments hit 4-year low as buyers struggle with affordability challenges

Car shoppers are facing affordability challenges in the market for new vehicles despite average down payments dipping to nearly the lowest level in four years, according to a new report.