Trump considers 'winding down' war in Iran
National security analyst Hal Kempfer joins LiveNOW's Austin Westfall to discuss the latest on the U.S. and Israel's war with Iran.
National security analyst Hal Kempfer joins LiveNOW's Austin Westfall to discuss the latest on the U.S. and Israel's war with Iran.
U.S. temporarily lifts sanctions on Iranian oil
University of Houston energy fellow Ed Hirs joins LiveNOW's Austin Westfall to discuss the Trump administration's decision to temporarily lift sanctions on Iranian oil currently stranded at sea. The move comes as energy prices have soared since the beginning of the war in the Middle East.
University of Houston energy fellow Ed Hirs joins LiveNOW's Austin Westfall to discuss the Trump administration's decision to temporarily lift sanctions on Iranian oil currently stranded at sea. The move comes as energy prices have soared since the beginning of the war in the Middle East.
This major city is introducing paid menstrual leave for female public workers
A major city has introduced a new policy granting female public employees up to two days of paid menstrual leave each month, aiming to improve worker well-being and productivity.
A major city has introduced a new policy granting female public employees up to two days of paid menstrual leave each month, aiming to improve worker well-being and productivity.
Live updates: Trump says US considering 'winding down' military operations in Iran
The US military is deploying three more warships and marines to the Middle East as Iran fires on Israel and energy sites in neighboring Gulf Arab states, sending oil and gas prices surging.
The US military is deploying three more warships and marines to the Middle East as Iran fires on Israel and energy sites in neighboring Gulf Arab states, sending oil and gas prices surging.
World's happiest countries 2026 revealed; here's where US ranks
The world’s happiest countries for 2026 were revealed in a new report. Here’s which country took the top spot and where the U.S. ranked.
The world’s happiest countries for 2026 were revealed in a new report. Here’s which country took the top spot and where the U.S. ranked.
Jimmy Gracey's body pulled from Barcelona waters after Chicago-area man vanished
Spanish police confirm the body of 20-year-old Jimmy Gracey was pulled from the waters in Barcelona on Thursday.
Spanish police confirm the body of 20-year-old Jimmy Gracey was pulled from the waters in Barcelona on Thursday.
Gas prices skyrocket in US, up nearly $1 a gallon in past month
Drivers across the United States find themselves digging deeper in their pockets as they fill their tanks. Gas prices continue their upward march and are nearing the $4 mark, according to new numbers from AAA.
Drivers across the United States find themselves digging deeper in their pockets as they fill their tanks. Gas prices continue their upward march and are nearing the $4 mark, according to new numbers from AAA.
Global fuel prices spike as Iran targets Gulf refineries
The U.S.-Israeli war with Iran has impacted energy markets as the conflict expands pressure on the region’s energy sector.
The U.S.-Israeli war with Iran has impacted energy markets as the conflict expands pressure on the region’s energy sector.
Thousands of US troops could be deployed for Iran war, Reuters reports
The Trump administration is weighing whether to send thousands more U.S. troops to the Middle East to bolster the U.S. and Israel’s war against Iran.
The Trump administration is weighing whether to send thousands more U.S. troops to the Middle East to bolster the U.S. and Israel’s war against Iran.
Trump admin weighs troop deployment to Middle East
LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking with national security analyst, Hal Kempfer, as Iran’s grip on the Strait of Hormuz continues to spark concerns about tightening energy supplies. This is the critical waterway where a fifth of the world’s oil is transported. A few ships have crossed through the strait, and Iran has said the waterway technically remains open, but not for the United States. Reports indicate that around 20 vessels have been struck as a result of the conflict and closures.
LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking with national security analyst, Hal Kempfer, as Iran’s grip on the Strait of Hormuz continues to spark concerns about tightening energy supplies. This is the critical waterway where a fifth of the world’s oil is transported. A few ships have crossed through the strait, and Iran has said the waterway technically remains open, but not for the United States. Reports indicate that around 20 vessels have been struck as a result of the conflict and closures.
Trump threatens retaliation if Iran attacks Qatar again
Some top Iranian officials have been killed as more strikes were launched against Israel and Gulf countries. Here's what you need to know.
Some top Iranian officials have been killed as more strikes were launched against Israel and Gulf countries. Here's what you need to know.
Iran wants to move its World Cup matches from US to Mexico
Some Iranian officials are considering moving its matches out of the United States, but FIFA says it is in regular contact with the Iran soccer federation and it is not changing the match schedule announced last year.
Some Iranian officials are considering moving its matches out of the United States, but FIFA says it is in regular contact with the Iran soccer federation and it is not changing the match schedule announced last year.
Jimmy Gracey missing: Chicago-area family seeks help finding son who disappeared in Barcelona
The family of a 20-year-old Elmhurst man is asking for the public’s help in locating him after he went missing while traveling abroad in Spain.
The family of a 20-year-old Elmhurst man is asking for the public’s help in locating him after he went missing while traveling abroad in Spain.
Trump ‘not afraid’ when asked about troops in Iran
Iran's Supreme National Security Council has released a statement confirming the deaths of its secretary, Ali Larijani, his son Morteza Larijani, and his office head, Alireza Bayat. Several guards were also reported killed. LiveNOW’s Shawna Khalafi is learning more about increasing tensions as conflict continues across the Middle East with Dr. Benjamin Radd, a Political Scientist at UCLA.
Iran's Supreme National Security Council has released a statement confirming the deaths of its secretary, Ali Larijani, his son Morteza Larijani, and his office head, Alireza Bayat. Several guards were also reported killed. LiveNOW’s Shawna Khalafi is learning more about increasing tensions as conflict continues across the Middle East with Dr. Benjamin Radd, a Political Scientist at UCLA.
Trump pushes for imminent action against Cuba
This week, President Donald Trump called Cuba a "very weakened nation" after saying he believes he has the "honor" of "taking Cuba" through various means. "They have no money, they have no oil, they have no nothing," Trump said. LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking with Connor Pfeiffer, who serves as Senior Director of Government Relations at FDD Action, as we hear reports that the Cuban government is in talks with Trump administration officials.
This week, President Donald Trump called Cuba a "very weakened nation" after saying he believes he has the "honor" of "taking Cuba" through various means. "They have no money, they have no oil, they have no nothing," Trump said. LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking with Connor Pfeiffer, who serves as Senior Director of Government Relations at FDD Action, as we hear reports that the Cuban government is in talks with Trump administration officials.
Top Iranian officials killed as strikes continue in the Middle East
President Donald Trump's claims of a lack of support to secure the Strait of Hormuz come amid Joe Kent, director of the U.S. National Counterterrorism Center, announcing his resignation on Tuesday.
President Donald Trump's claims of a lack of support to secure the Strait of Hormuz come amid Joe Kent, director of the U.S. National Counterterrorism Center, announcing his resignation on Tuesday.
Trump, Irish Taoiseach at Shamrock Bowl presentation
We are watching as President Donald Trump and Irish Taoiseach Micheál Martin are taking part in the annual Shamrock Bowl presentation. This event at the White House is considered by many to be a St. Patrick’s Day tradition. First starting in 1952 during the Truman administration, the event is meant to represent the extended diplomatic ties between the United States and Ireland. Part of the ceremony includes Martin presenting Trump with a bowl full of shamrocks.
We are watching as President Donald Trump and Irish Taoiseach Micheál Martin are taking part in the annual Shamrock Bowl presentation. This event at the White House is considered by many to be a St. Patrick’s Day tradition. First starting in 1952 during the Truman administration, the event is meant to represent the extended diplomatic ties between the United States and Ireland. Part of the ceremony includes Martin presenting Trump with a bowl full of shamrocks.
US military draft disqualifications list: See if you're exempt
Learn the latest 2026 U.S. military draft disqualifications and exemptions, including medical fitness standards, conscientious objector status, and the registration rules under the NDAA.
Learn the latest 2026 U.S. military draft disqualifications and exemptions, including medical fitness standards, conscientious objector status, and the registration rules under the NDAA.
These American service members have died in Iran conflict
Since the U.S. and Israel launched coordinated attacks on Iran on Feb. 28, at least 13 American service members have been killed. Here is a look at those who made the ultimate sacrifice for the country.
Since the U.S. and Israel launched coordinated attacks on Iran on Feb. 28, at least 13 American service members have been killed. Here is a look at those who made the ultimate sacrifice for the country.
US Army general who oversaw Ukraine left classified maps on train, overindulged in alcohol: IG report
The U.S. Army general who led the military's effort to coordinate support for Ukraine left classified documents on a train in Europe and improperly drank too much alcohol one night during a social occasion, according to a report by the Department of Defense Office of the Inspector General.
The U.S. Army general who led the military's effort to coordinate support for Ukraine left classified documents on a train in Europe and improperly drank too much alcohol one night during a social occasion, according to a report by the Department of Defense Office of the Inspector General.