Trump and GOP look to Dallas for midterm convention
We are now learning from our partners at FOX 4 Dallas, that President Donald Trump is considering Dallas as the site for a possible midterm convention later this year. Early reports indicate that Republicans are trying to finalize their plans for a rather unusual event as they look to rally voters before the 2026 elections. According to some sources familiar with the matter, the GOP is working to target the Labor Day holiday in an attempt to capitalize on early-voting. LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking with FOX 4 Dallas reporter, Amelia Jones, who has the latest updates on what Republicans are saying in Texas about the proposal.
We are now learning from our partners at FOX 4 Dallas, that President Donald Trump is considering Dallas as the site for a possible midterm convention later this year. Early reports indicate that Republicans are trying to finalize their plans for a rather unusual event as they look to rally voters before the 2026 elections. According to some sources familiar with the matter, the GOP is working to target the Labor Day holiday in an attempt to capitalize on early-voting. LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking with FOX 4 Dallas reporter, Amelia Jones, who has the latest updates on what Republicans are saying in Texas about the proposal.
‘The Masked Singer’ reveals Pangolin; here’s who it is
It was a semi-finals shocker on "The Masked Singer," as Pangolin was revealed. Here's who it was.
It was a semi-finals shocker on "The Masked Singer," as Pangolin was revealed. Here's who it was.
Suspect dead after Houston officer-involved shooting
We are now learning that a suspect is dead after a shootout with Houston police on Wednesday. According to local police, they received a call just before 4 p.m. related to a suspicious man in the southern part of the city. The caller said the man had a purse and a handgun. According to our partners at FOX 26 Houston, authorities say there were several rounds of gunfire exchanged as a responding officer took cover behind a patrol vehicle. It is now being reported that the officer rendered first aid to the suspect after the altercation, but the suspect died on the scene.
We are now learning that a suspect is dead after a shootout with Houston police on Wednesday. According to local police, they received a call just before 4 p.m. related to a suspicious man in the southern part of the city. The caller said the man had a purse and a handgun. According to our partners at FOX 26 Houston, authorities say there were several rounds of gunfire exchanged as a responding officer took cover behind a patrol vehicle. It is now being reported that the officer rendered first aid to the suspect after the altercation, but the suspect died on the scene.
Hawaii continues to recover after historic flooding
We are getting the latest updates as flood concerns remain across much of Hawaii. This comes as clean up efforts continue after torrential rainfall from major storms led to life-threatening floods last week. According to our partners at Fox Weather, homes were destroyed after massive amounts of water rushed across the North Shore of Oahu. This event reportedly triggered a Flash Flood Emergency early Friday. LiveNOW’s Mike Pache is speaking with FOX Weather Correspondent Robert Ray as he continues his coverage from Hawaii.
We are getting the latest updates as flood concerns remain across much of Hawaii. This comes as clean up efforts continue after torrential rainfall from major storms led to life-threatening floods last week. According to our partners at Fox Weather, homes were destroyed after massive amounts of water rushed across the North Shore of Oahu. This event reportedly triggered a Flash Flood Emergency early Friday. LiveNOW’s Mike Pache is speaking with FOX Weather Correspondent Robert Ray as he continues his coverage from Hawaii.
FedEx driver accused of stealing $17K in electronics from Walmart
A FedEx delivery driver is accused of stealing more than $17,000 worth of electronics from a Tulsa Walmart.
A FedEx delivery driver is accused of stealing more than $17,000 worth of electronics from a Tulsa Walmart.
Trump administration waives gasoline regulations in bid to lower prices: What to know
The EPA is easing summer gas rules in an effort to curb soaring prices amid the Iran war. Here's what to know.
The EPA is easing summer gas rules in an effort to curb soaring prices amid the Iran war. Here's what to know.
2025 saw record levels of solar, wind power in US: Here's where
Solar and wind power just hit record highs in the U.S. with explosive growth and plunging costs. Here’s which states are leading.
Solar and wind power just hit record highs in the U.S. with explosive growth and plunging costs. Here’s which states are leading.
Mississippi transfers newly discovered 1960s KKK materials to state archives
Mississippi officials have transferred a cache of newly rediscovered 1960s-era Ku Klux Klan materials from the Department of Public Safety to the Department of Archives and History.
Mississippi officials have transferred a cache of newly rediscovered 1960s-era Ku Klux Klan materials from the Department of Public Safety to the Department of Archives and History.
Army raises enlistment age to 42, drops marijuana conviction rule
The United States Army has updated several rule changes for their enlistment qualifications, including the maximum age requirement as well as eliminating a marijuana conviction that impacted some potential recruits.
The United States Army has updated several rule changes for their enlistment qualifications, including the maximum age requirement as well as eliminating a marijuana conviction that impacted some potential recruits.
Army to test first-ever pilot optional Black Hawk helicopter amid major tech shift
The U.S. Army has taken a major step toward autonomous aviation after receiving its first Black Hawk helicopter capable of flying with or without a pilot onboard, the War Department has announced.
The U.S. Army has taken a major step toward autonomous aviation after receiving its first Black Hawk helicopter capable of flying with or without a pilot onboard, the War Department has announced.
Trump says Iran negotiations ongoing as US strikes two-thirds of country's munitions plants
The Trump administration reportedly offered the ceasefire plan to Iran as the U.S. appears to look for an end to the war even as more troops head to the Middle East.
The Trump administration reportedly offered the ceasefire plan to Iran as the U.S. appears to look for an end to the war even as more troops head to the Middle East.
Historic heat wave expands into central US after weeks of record heat in the Southwest
The Plains and Southeast are getting a taste of summer as the heat wave that has created stifling temperatures in the Southwest continues to push east.
The Plains and Southeast are getting a taste of summer as the heat wave that has created stifling temperatures in the Southwest continues to push east.
NASA moon base and Mars mission announced: What to know
NASA gave details of America’s future in space this week, laying out plans in the coming years to build a base on the moon and send a nuclear spacecraft to Mars.
NASA gave details of America’s future in space this week, laying out plans in the coming years to build a base on the moon and send a nuclear spacecraft to Mars.
NOAA unveils new forecast cone graphic for 2026 hurricane season, mobile-friendly version of NHC website
Forecasters at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) will be utilizing updated products for forecasting during the 2026 hurricane season.
Forecasters at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) will be utilizing updated products for forecasting during the 2026 hurricane season.
Heartwarming homecoming for American held in captivity for over a year in Afghanistan
Dennis Coyle, the American man released by the Afghanistan government after more than a year in captivity, is back on U.S. soil where loved ones were on hand to greet him.
Dennis Coyle, the American man released by the Afghanistan government after more than a year in captivity, is back on U.S. soil where loved ones were on hand to greet him.
'We are in agony': Savannah Guthrie speaks on mother Nancy's disappearance
"Someone needs to do the right thing. We are in agony. We are in agony," a tearful Savannah Guthrie told Hoda Kotb.
"Someone needs to do the right thing. We are in agony. We are in agony," a tearful Savannah Guthrie told Hoda Kotb.
Meta ordered to pay $375M after child safety trial
We are getting the latest tonight as a New Mexico jury ordered Meta to pay $375 million. This comes after they reportedly found evidence that the company violated state law and misled users about the safety of its platforms. Attorney General Raul Torrez accused Meta of failing to protect children from predators. LiveNOW’s Shawna Khalafi is speaking with legal analyst Neama Rahmani, who helps explain the difference between this case and the high-profile Los Angeles trial surrounding claims of social media addiction.
We are getting the latest tonight as a New Mexico jury ordered Meta to pay $375 million. This comes after they reportedly found evidence that the company violated state law and misled users about the safety of its platforms. Attorney General Raul Torrez accused Meta of failing to protect children from predators. LiveNOW’s Shawna Khalafi is speaking with legal analyst Neama Rahmani, who helps explain the difference between this case and the high-profile Los Angeles trial surrounding claims of social media addiction.
NTSB continues to investigate LaGuardia crash
We are learning more after two pilots were killed during a ground collision at LaGuardia Airport late Sunday. Both were operating an Air Canada Express CRJ-900 regional jet that was attempting to land. According to federal investigators, control of the aircraft was transferred from the first officer to the captain just seconds before the incident. LiveNOW’s Shawna Khalafi is speaking with pilot and CEO of Aero Consulting Experts, Captain Ross “Rusty” Aimer, after a news conference from National Transportation Safety Board Chair Jennifer Homendy.
We are learning more after two pilots were killed during a ground collision at LaGuardia Airport late Sunday. Both were operating an Air Canada Express CRJ-900 regional jet that was attempting to land. According to federal investigators, control of the aircraft was transferred from the first officer to the captain just seconds before the incident. LiveNOW’s Shawna Khalafi is speaking with pilot and CEO of Aero Consulting Experts, Captain Ross “Rusty” Aimer, after a news conference from National Transportation Safety Board Chair Jennifer Homendy.
Ex-'American Idol' contestant faces new charges over alleged murder of wife in Ohio home
Caleb Flynn, 39, a former "American Idol" contestant, has been indicted on aggravated murder and multiple additional charges after authorities say he killed his wife, Ashley Flynn, at their Ohio home on Feb. 16.
Caleb Flynn, 39, a former "American Idol" contestant, has been indicted on aggravated murder and multiple additional charges after authorities say he killed his wife, Ashley Flynn, at their Ohio home on Feb. 16.
Passengers react as long TSA airport lines continue
LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking to FOX News Multimedia Reporter Asher Redd who is getting reactions from travelers as they try to make their way across the country. This comes amid the ongoing partial government shutdown that has impacted operations by the TSA. Reports indicate that agents have gone without pay since the beginning of the shutdown. LiveNOW is also speaking with FOX News Multimedia Reporter Sarah Alegre as TSA officers are set to miss another full paycheck on March 27.
LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking to FOX News Multimedia Reporter Asher Redd who is getting reactions from travelers as they try to make their way across the country. This comes amid the ongoing partial government shutdown that has impacted operations by the TSA. Reports indicate that agents have gone without pay since the beginning of the shutdown. LiveNOW is also speaking with FOX News Multimedia Reporter Sarah Alegre as TSA officers are set to miss another full paycheck on March 27.