US stocks remain relatively calm after Supreme Court strikes down Trump’s tariffs
U.S. stocks edged slightly higher on Friday after the Supreme Court struck down President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs.
U.S. stocks edged slightly higher on Friday after the Supreme Court struck down President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs.
Study reveals which states have the highest and lowest income tax burdens - See where your state ranks
Americans across the country are filing their income taxes and depending on where you live, your state’s effective tax rate determines how much of your annual income is taxed.
Americans across the country are filing their income taxes and depending on where you live, your state’s effective tax rate determines how much of your annual income is taxed.
Stimulus payment February 2026, IRS direct deposit relief, tariff dividend & tax refund fact check
Claims about new stimulus checks, IRS direct deposits, relief payments and tariff dividends spread throughout 2025 — and they’re still circulating in 2026. But is there any truth to them?
Claims about new stimulus checks, IRS direct deposits, relief payments and tariff dividends spread throughout 2025 — and they’re still circulating in 2026. But is there any truth to them?
Despite tariffs, U.S. trade deficit hits $901 billion
We are learning more about a major economic story at the heart of global trade. This comes as the United States recorded a $900 billion trade deficit from last year, despite sweeping tariffs on imports. LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking with Dan Varroney, an economic strategist and the CEO of Potomac Core, as the latest numbers begin to raise questions about whether current trade policies are having their intended effect.
We are learning more about a major economic story at the heart of global trade. This comes as the United States recorded a $900 billion trade deficit from last year, despite sweeping tariffs on imports. LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking with Dan Varroney, an economic strategist and the CEO of Potomac Core, as the latest numbers begin to raise questions about whether current trade policies are having their intended effect.
Ohio governor says ending property taxes could push state's sales tax to 20%
Republican Gov. Mike DeWine says sales tax could jump to 20% to replace $24 billion in lost property tax revenue if a constitutional amendment passes.
Republican Gov. Mike DeWine says sales tax could jump to 20% to replace $24 billion in lost property tax revenue if a constitutional amendment passes.
Bill would guarantee paid sick leave for all US workers if passed
All American workers could earn up to one week of paid sick time a year under the proposed legislation.
All American workers could earn up to one week of paid sick time a year under the proposed legislation.
Americans are under the most financial distress in these cities, data suggests
WalletHub found that despite inflation cooling on essentials like groceries and gas, many Americans are still experiencing financial distress.
WalletHub found that despite inflation cooling on essentials like groceries and gas, many Americans are still experiencing financial distress.
States with the highest property taxes in 2026
Property taxes can be either a small cost or a major financial strain, depending on your location. A recent report highlights where Americans are feeling the greatest pressure on their budgets from these yearly expenses.
Property taxes can be either a small cost or a major financial strain, depending on your location. A recent report highlights where Americans are feeling the greatest pressure on their budgets from these yearly expenses.
Americans see bigger tax refunds so far this year as filing season begins at a slower pace
The average tax refund has jumped to $2,290, despite fewer people filing returns in the early weeks of tax season.
The average tax refund has jumped to $2,290, despite fewer people filing returns in the early weeks of tax season.
How Americans are prioritizing money goals in 2026: survey
A new Bankrate survey shows Americans are trying to balance emergency savings and credit card debt — but most aren’t making meaningful progress.
A new Bankrate survey shows Americans are trying to balance emergency savings and credit card debt — but most aren’t making meaningful progress.
Key inflation measure drops to 5-year low
Associated Press reporter Chris Rugaber joins LiveNOW's Austin Westfall to discuss the current state of inflation in the U.S.
Associated Press reporter Chris Rugaber joins LiveNOW's Austin Westfall to discuss the current state of inflation in the U.S.
The typical American worker has just $955 saved for retirement, study shows
The median American worker has just $955 saved for retirement through a defined contribution plan like a 401(k) account, a new study found.
The median American worker has just $955 saved for retirement through a defined contribution plan like a 401(k) account, a new study found.
Inflation measure dips to nearly five-year low as gas prices drop, housing costs ease
The latest Consumer Price Index released Friday shows that inflation is cooling slightly as apartment prices slowed and gas prices dipped, offering a bit of relief to consumers dealing with rising costs in the past couple of years.
The latest Consumer Price Index released Friday shows that inflation is cooling slightly as apartment prices slowed and gas prices dipped, offering a bit of relief to consumers dealing with rising costs in the past couple of years.
Francesca's files for bankruptcy, launches closing sales at all locations
Women's retailer Francesca's launched going-out-of-business sales with discounts up to 40% off all merchandise categories after filing for bankruptcy.
Women's retailer Francesca's launched going-out-of-business sales with discounts up to 40% off all merchandise categories after filing for bankruptcy.
Nancy Guthrie disappearance case puts spotlight on cryptocurrency tracking
The disappearance of Nancy Guthrie has drawn attention to the role of cryptocurrency in kidnappings following reports that her alleged captors are demanding payment in Bitcoin.
The disappearance of Nancy Guthrie has drawn attention to the role of cryptocurrency in kidnappings following reports that her alleged captors are demanding payment in Bitcoin.
Grocery costs in 2026: Which states are spending the most on food?
As the cost of groceries continues to rise, Americans are spending more of their income to feed their families. See which states spend the most on food.
As the cost of groceries continues to rise, Americans are spending more of their income to feed their families. See which states spend the most on food.
Heineken to cut up to 6,000 jobs globally, lowers profit growth forecast amid industry struggles
Heineken's planned job reductions amount to nearly 7% of the company’s workforce.
Heineken's planned job reductions amount to nearly 7% of the company’s workforce.
SNAP junk-food purchase restrictions taking effect in three more states - see where
More states are implementing restrictions on food purchases by SNAP recipients and banning them from using their taxpayer-funded food assistance benefit to purchase junk food.
More states are implementing restrictions on food purchases by SNAP recipients and banning them from using their taxpayer-funded food assistance benefit to purchase junk food.
U.S. employers add 130K jobs, better than expected
We are learning more this Wednesday as the Labor Department's Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) jobs report shows U.S. employers added 130,000 jobs in January. This number was reportedly above the expectations of economists. We are also hearing that the unemployment rate was 4.3%, slightly lower than economists' expectations of 4.4%. LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking with economic strategist Dan Varroney, the Founder & CEO of Potomac Core as we get more reactions to the new numbers.
We are learning more this Wednesday as the Labor Department's Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) jobs report shows U.S. employers added 130,000 jobs in January. This number was reportedly above the expectations of economists. We are also hearing that the unemployment rate was 4.3%, slightly lower than economists' expectations of 4.4%. LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking with economic strategist Dan Varroney, the Founder & CEO of Potomac Core as we get more reactions to the new numbers.
How far do you live from an affordable grocery store? New map reveals surprising food deserts
ILSR created an interactive map showing how close Americans live to affordable grocery stores and highlighting the growing spread of food deserts.
ILSR created an interactive map showing how close Americans live to affordable grocery stores and highlighting the growing spread of food deserts.