There's billions of dollars in unclaimed money in the US - Check to see if you're owed money

According to the National Association of Unclaimed Property Administrators (NAUPA), there are billions of dollars of unclaimed funds or property held by financial institutions, businesses, and state and federal government agencies. There are several ways to see if you may have unclaimed money or property.

Tax refund delays hit multiple states

Taxpayers in several states may face delays in receiving their tax refunds this filing season amid changes in tax policies as well as the processes for filing returns.

1st week of Iran war cost US over $11 billion, Pentagon estimates

The first week of the war in Iran has cost the United States over $11 billion, according to estimates provided by the Pentagon to Congress during a closed-door briefing on Tuesday.

How to protect your portfolio from Iran related chaos
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We are getting the latest as conflict against Iran hinders oil production and shipping in the Middle East, causing barrel prices to fluctuate. The uncertainty surrounding the conflict is causing anxiety for investors around the globe. LiveNOW’s Mike Pache is speaking with Joseph Adinolfi, a markets reporter at MarketWatch, as investors continue to look for ways to protect their portfolios from ongoing unpredictability. 

Inflation projected to spike in coming months as energy costs soar

Consumer prices were up 2.4% in February compared with a year ago. That number will be even higher this month if gas prices continue to spike.

Lobstergate: Pete Hegseth’s Pentagon faces backlash over $7 million lobster spree

From $15 million in ribeyes to $98,000 pianos, discover the most outrageous items in the Pentagon's $93 billion end-of-year spending spree under Pete Hegseth.

Federal court terminates Biden-era student loan plan affecting millions nationwide

A federal appeals court on Monday officially finalized the termination of the Saving on a Valuable Education (SAVE) plan, the Biden program that significantly lowered repayment rates for millions of student loan borrowers.

Inflation holds steady as consumer prices rose 2.4% in February - See what's costing more at the grocery store

Inflation in the U.S. increased in February, according to the Consumer Price Index (CPI) report released Wednesday by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). Consumers are paying more for food and energy.

Over 2 dozen states reject Live Nation settlement, say it fails consumers

More than two dozen states, along with the District of Columbia, have rejected the Department of Justice's proposed settlement with Live Nation, the company that owns Ticketmaster.

Mideast conflict continues to impact energy markets
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LiveNOW's Mike Pache is speaking with FOX reporter Amalia Roy who is reporting live from Los Angeles, a city severely affected by continuing high gas prices. This comes as President Donald Trump says that the "excursion" in Iran will be "short-term" and laid out plans to implement oil-related sanctions to alleviate price hikes. LiveNOW is also speaking with the founder of Potomac Core and economic strategist, Dan Varroney, about ongoing increases in energy prices worldwide.  

Here are the most federally dependent states in 2026, data suggests

From disaster recovery to local school funding, a new analysis reveals which states are the most reliant on federal resources. See where your state ranks.

IRS unveils proposed regulations for new Trump Accounts savings program

The IRS and the Treasury Department have released more details about the implementation of Trump Accounts for parents and guardians who want to use the savings accounts for their children.

US stock market sees reversal after oil drop
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We are learning more this Monday as the U.S. stock market bounced back from a manic start to the week. President Donald Trump has recently signaled that he hopes ongoing conflict with the nation of Iran will not last long. According to the Associate Press, oil prices turned from nearly $120 per barrel, their highest since 2022, back toward $90. LiveNOW’s Mike Pache is speaking with Adam Turnquist, the Chief Technical Strategist with LPL Financial, as financial markets across the world react to ongoing conflict in the Middle East. 

A cure for cancer would deliver $185T economic windfall, report says

A new report from free-market policy group Unleash Prosperity argues that curing cancer would deliver a staggering $185 trillion boost to the U.S. economy over 35 years.

Oil prices spike as Iran war intensifies: What to know

The price of oil has jumped as the Iran war is now in its second week and it's impacting consumers at the pump in the U.S.

Morgan Stanley cuts 2,500 jobs despite posting record revenue year across all divisions

Morgan Stanley has cut 3% of its workforce, impacting roughly 2,500 employees across investment banking and wealth management divisions in the company's latest restructuring.

Six Flags to sell 7 of its amusement parks in $331M deal: See the list

Six Flags, the largest regional theme park company in the world, has faced financial struggles and leadership changes after an $8 billion merger with Cedar Fair in 2024