Beef prices hit record highs as nationwide cattle inventory drops to lowest level in 70 years
A drought has left cattle inventory at the lowest level in 70 years amid strong demand resulting in price increases.
A drought has left cattle inventory at the lowest level in 70 years amid strong demand resulting in price increases.
Student loan payments are the highest in these states in 2025, data shows
Ongoing research shows that having a college degree leads to higher earnings over your lifetime and is still worth the investment to ensure a life of financial stability and well-being. But for many students, earning a degree also means incurring student loan debt.
Ongoing research shows that having a college degree leads to higher earnings over your lifetime and is still worth the investment to ensure a life of financial stability and well-being. But for many students, earning a degree also means incurring student loan debt.
Neither party blinks as government shutdown continues
Martin Baccardax, senior writer at Barron's, joins LiveNOW's Austin Westfall to assess the economic impacts of a government shutdown.
Martin Baccardax, senior writer at Barron's, joins LiveNOW's Austin Westfall to assess the economic impacts of a government shutdown.
Government shutdown impacts in Florida
Fox 13 Tampa Bay reporter Evyn Moon joins LiveNOW's Austin Westfall to describe some of the impacts of the government shutdown in Florida.
Fox 13 Tampa Bay reporter Evyn Moon joins LiveNOW's Austin Westfall to describe some of the impacts of the government shutdown in Florida.
SCOTUS lets Lisa Cook remain, latest shutdown impacts
A number of major economic headlines are happening this week, including updates from the Federal Reserve, the weekly jobs report, and the government shutdown. The monthly jobs report from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, usually released on the first Friday of each month, is postponed due to the shutdown. LiveNOW?s Austin Westfall is hearing more about the Trump administration?s economic outlook this week with Jeffrey Roach, Chief Economist with LPL Financial.
A number of major economic headlines are happening this week, including updates from the Federal Reserve, the weekly jobs report, and the government shutdown. The monthly jobs report from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, usually released on the first Friday of each month, is postponed due to the shutdown. LiveNOW?s Austin Westfall is hearing more about the Trump administration?s economic outlook this week with Jeffrey Roach, Chief Economist with LPL Financial.
Recapping first day of government shutdown
Christopher Rugaber with the Associated Press joins LiveNOW's Mike Pache to discuss the economic impacts of the government shutdown.
Christopher Rugaber with the Associated Press joins LiveNOW's Mike Pache to discuss the economic impacts of the government shutdown.
How the government shutdown will impact the economy
The partial shutdown of the federal government could have an economic impact, although it's unlikely to have a significant impact based on past shutdowns.
The partial shutdown of the federal government could have an economic impact, although it's unlikely to have a significant impact based on past shutdowns.
Here's how a government shutdown affects student loan payments
The U.S. Department of Education says many of its core operations will continue despite a government shutdown – though 87% of its workforce will be furloughed.
The U.S. Department of Education says many of its core operations will continue despite a government shutdown – though 87% of its workforce will be furloughed.
Does Social Security stop in government shutdown? What to know
Social Security is a program that relies on permanent spending already approved by Congress, so it continues during a shutdown. But some activities from the SSA will be suspended.
Social Security is a program that relies on permanent spending already approved by Congress, so it continues during a shutdown. But some activities from the SSA will be suspended.
Social Security October 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 October.
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 October.
U.S. government shutdown in effect as funding runs out
A government shutdown is now in effect after funding ran out late Tuesday night.
A government shutdown is now in effect after funding ran out late Tuesday night.
White House pulls E.J. Antoni's BLS nomination
It?s being reported tonight that the White House is confirming that President Donald Trump has withdrawn his nomination of E.J. Antoni to lead the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). We have heard that Trump?s choice of Antoni had sparked concerns for a number of economists regarding the integrity of BLS data. LiveNOW?s Austin Westfall has the latest updates on the future of the BLS.
It?s being reported tonight that the White House is confirming that President Donald Trump has withdrawn his nomination of E.J. Antoni to lead the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). We have heard that Trump?s choice of Antoni had sparked concerns for a number of economists regarding the integrity of BLS data. LiveNOW?s Austin Westfall has the latest updates on the future of the BLS.
Potential homebuyers are giving up, survey finds
A new survey reveals why some Americans are giving up on homeownership.
A new survey reveals why some Americans are giving up on homeownership.
YouTube to pay $24.5 million to settle Trump’s lawsuit over Jan. 6 attack
The video sharing platform suspended the president’s account in 2021 due to content he posted that violated the tech company’s policies.
The video sharing platform suspended the president’s account in 2021 due to content he posted that violated the tech company’s policies.
Who is Charlie Javice? Frank startup founder going to prison
Charlie Javice found herself in a legal dispute with JPMorgan Chase after they bought her student financial aid company, Frank, for $175 million. Here’s what the court says happened.
Charlie Javice found herself in a legal dispute with JPMorgan Chase after they bought her student financial aid company, Frank, for $175 million. Here’s what the court says happened.
Airlines warn government shutdown could disrupt flights, strain aviation system
The Modern Skies Coalition says a shutdown would force the FAA to suspend hiring and training, delay safety initiatives and create costly backlogs.
The Modern Skies Coalition says a shutdown would force the FAA to suspend hiring and training, delay safety initiatives and create costly backlogs.
How customers can check eligibility for Amazon Prime settlement refunds
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) said Thursday, Sept. 25 that Amazon will pay a $1 billion civil penalty, as well as $1.5 billion in refunds after it was accused of enrolling customers in Prime subscriptions without their consent and making it hard to cancel. (Photo illustration by Cheng Xin/Getty Images)
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) said Thursday, Sept. 25 that Amazon will pay a $1 billion civil penalty, as well as $1.5 billion in refunds after it was accused of enrolling customers in Prime subscriptions without their consent and making it hard to cancel. (Photo illustration by Cheng Xin/Getty Images)
Poll: Streaming overtaking theaters for movie watching
U.S. moviegoers are opting to watch newly released movies from the comfort of their own homes instead of heading to a theater, according to a new poll.
U.S. moviegoers are opting to watch newly released movies from the comfort of their own homes instead of heading to a theater, according to a new poll.
Gen Z faces harsh financial reality as credit scores plunge to dangerous record lows across America
Experts warn that pandemic spending, student loan delinquencies and poor money habits have left young Americans vulnerable to a lifetime of higher costs and fewer choices.
Experts warn that pandemic spending, student loan delinquencies and poor money habits have left young Americans vulnerable to a lifetime of higher costs and fewer choices.
RadioShack, Pier 1 Imports owners accused of operating $112 million Ponzi scheme
The SEC accused Alex Mehr and Tai Lopez of misleading investors about the struggling retail brands' performance.
The SEC accused Alex Mehr and Tai Lopez of misleading investors about the struggling retail brands' performance.