Dog among 2 new screwworm cases; Canada blocks Texas livestock imports
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) on Monday confirmed two additional cases of New World screwworm, widening a multi-agency response that has already triggered international trade restrictions.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) on Monday confirmed two additional cases of New World screwworm, widening a multi-agency response that has already triggered international trade restrictions.
Costco lowers some Kirkland prices after customers complain: "They’ve become too expensive"
Facing customers’ worries that prices of some Kirkland Signature products were getting too expensive, Costco is cutting prices on some of its house brand’s products.
Facing customers’ worries that prices of some Kirkland Signature products were getting too expensive, Costco is cutting prices on some of its house brand’s products.
This gas buying trend indicates financial stress, top industry executives say
Industry executives said that while spending among U.S. consumers hasn't stopped, many people are changing their habits, particularly at the gas pump. More Americans are choosing to top up their gas, instead of filling it, as well as visit the gas station more frequently over fears of increased prices.
Industry executives said that while spending among U.S. consumers hasn't stopped, many people are changing their habits, particularly at the gas pump. More Americans are choosing to top up their gas, instead of filling it, as well as visit the gas station more frequently over fears of increased prices.
Hibbett Sports owner plans to close 175 underperforming stores in major North American reorganization
Hibbett Sports will close 175 stores around the U.S. over the next three years as its parent company, JD Sports, looks to reorganize its footprint.
Hibbett Sports will close 175 stores around the U.S. over the next three years as its parent company, JD Sports, looks to reorganize its footprint.
Screwworms in Texas: What an infestation means for livestock, beef supply and the economy
The return of the flesh-eating screwworm fly in Texas has ranchers and government agencies scrambling to contain what could threaten a $113 billion cattle industry in the U.S.
The return of the flesh-eating screwworm fly in Texas has ranchers and government agencies scrambling to contain what could threaten a $113 billion cattle industry in the U.S.
172,000 jobs added in May as US job market remains resilient despite Iran war
Employers in the United States added 172,000 jobs in May, almost doubling the number forecasters predicted. However, the unemployment rate remains low at 4.3%.
Employers in the United States added 172,000 jobs in May, almost doubling the number forecasters predicted. However, the unemployment rate remains low at 4.3%.
USDA confirms first US case of flesh-eating screwworm in Texas, triggering quarantines
Federal agricultural officials on Wednesday confirmed the first U.S. case of the destructive New World screwworm in a Texas calf, triggering emergency quarantine measures and sparking a sharp political clash over the adequacy of the government's response.
Federal agricultural officials on Wednesday confirmed the first U.S. case of the destructive New World screwworm in a Texas calf, triggering emergency quarantine measures and sparking a sharp political clash over the adequacy of the government's response.
Top CEOs brace for downturn, warn US economy will worsen in next 6 months
CEO confidence plummeted in just one quarter, as corporate leaders report worsening economic conditions and a shrinking hiring plan, according to a recent survey.
CEO confidence plummeted in just one quarter, as corporate leaders report worsening economic conditions and a shrinking hiring plan, according to a recent survey.
Social Security fears: Researchers predict benefit drops by state if trust fund runs dry
Tens of millions of Americans will soon face significantly smaller Social Security payments if the U.S. government does not take steps to protect the program, and new research estimates just how much smaller those monthly checks could be.
Tens of millions of Americans will soon face significantly smaller Social Security payments if the U.S. government does not take steps to protect the program, and new research estimates just how much smaller those monthly checks could be.
USDA warns of flesh-eating screwworm found just 25 miles from US border
A flesh-eating parasite was found on a goat just miles away on the other side of the U.S. border with Mexico.
A flesh-eating parasite was found on a goat just miles away on the other side of the U.S. border with Mexico.
Retirement at 65? Here's which states have the most senior workers
Nearly 1 in 5 Americans who are 65 and older are still working. See which states have the most employed seniors.
Nearly 1 in 5 Americans who are 65 and older are still working. See which states have the most employed seniors.
US gas prices over 40% higher than last year after big jump in May
The pain drivers are feeling at the pump continued into May with the cost of gas rising for the fourth straight month. Prices now sit 42.2% higher than the same time last year, with most of the country experiencing an even larger increase over that time.
The pain drivers are feeling at the pump continued into May with the cost of gas rising for the fourth straight month. Prices now sit 42.2% higher than the same time last year, with most of the country experiencing an even larger increase over that time.
Blame this, not AI, for rising unemployment among young college graduates, study says
Despite persistent fears that artificial intelligence would take away more and more jobs, that may not be the reason a rising number of young college graduates are having trouble finding work.
Despite persistent fears that artificial intelligence would take away more and more jobs, that may not be the reason a rising number of young college graduates are having trouble finding work.
New study reveals which states have the best economies
This state topped the list as the strongest state economy, fueled by innovation, STEM talent and a thriving tech sector, according to new data.
This state topped the list as the strongest state economy, fueled by innovation, STEM talent and a thriving tech sector, according to new data.
Inflation rises, economy slows as Iran war continues
We are learning more after the Commerce Department on Thursday reported that the personal consumption expenditures (PCE) index rose 0.4% on a monthly basis in April and is up 3.8% from a year ago. This also comes as Fox Business reports that goods prices were up 1.2% in April compared with a year ago, and were down 0.1% from the prior month. LiveNOW’s Anna Marsick is speaking with economic strategist and best selling author Dan Varroney as Americans continue to wonder when they will see some relief when it comes to everyday costs.
We are learning more after the Commerce Department on Thursday reported that the personal consumption expenditures (PCE) index rose 0.4% on a monthly basis in April and is up 3.8% from a year ago. This also comes as Fox Business reports that goods prices were up 1.2% in April compared with a year ago, and were down 0.1% from the prior month. LiveNOW’s Anna Marsick is speaking with economic strategist and best selling author Dan Varroney as Americans continue to wonder when they will see some relief when it comes to everyday costs.
CEO pay grew nearly 6% in 2025, fueled by huge compensation deals
Corporate executive pay continued its upward movement last year, driven by a bump in total compensation. Organizations leveraged high stock performance and one-time financial incentives to maintain executive talent, pushing CEO payments to millions of dollars.
Corporate executive pay continued its upward movement last year, driven by a bump in total compensation. Organizations leveraged high stock performance and one-time financial incentives to maintain executive talent, pushing CEO payments to millions of dollars.
New study reveals best and worst places to raise a family in America
Raising a family requires a lot of time and planning, but sometimes the area you decide to relocate to may offer good opportunities for a fresh start in a new zip code, according to a recent study.
Raising a family requires a lot of time and planning, but sometimes the area you decide to relocate to may offer good opportunities for a fresh start in a new zip code, according to a recent study.
Top 5 US housing markets where home prices are dropping right now
Home sellers across the country still find themselves needing to cut their asking prices in order to find buyers, with nearly one out of every six of them doing so last month. However, in some cities, that figure is much higher.
Home sellers across the country still find themselves needing to cut their asking prices in order to find buyers, with nearly one out of every six of them doing so last month. However, in some cities, that figure is much higher.
New poll shows economic confidence at 4-year low
Economist Dr. Mike Walden joins LiveNOW's Austin Westfall to discuss Kevin Warsh being sworn in as chairman of the Federal Reserve and a new Gallup poll that shows confidence in the economy is at a 4-year low.
Economist Dr. Mike Walden joins LiveNOW's Austin Westfall to discuss Kevin Warsh being sworn in as chairman of the Federal Reserve and a new Gallup poll that shows confidence in the economy is at a 4-year low.
American confidence in economy drops to four-year low, poll finds
American economic confidence has plummeted to its lowest level in nearly four years, driven by a combination of resurgent inflation, soaring gas prices and growing political pessimism in both parties.
American economic confidence has plummeted to its lowest level in nearly four years, driven by a combination of resurgent inflation, soaring gas prices and growing political pessimism in both parties.