House proposal would charge EV owners $130 yearly for road repairs

Electric vehicle owners could soon face a $130 annual federal fee under a proposed bipartisan bill created to shore up funding for road maintenance.

Americans turning to installment plans to skip credit cards, live comfortably

More than a quarter of Americans sometimes or often turn to buy-now-pay-later purchase plans when shopping online and many of them are doing so to avoid racking up credit card debt, a new study finds. 

How does unemployment work?

The U.S. is in what economists are calling a “low-hire, low-fire" state, which means many people who are out of work are struggling to find new jobs. Here’s what to know about unemployment benefits.

April had the 6th-highest gas prices in nearly 4 years

Consumers faced record-breaking hardship at the pump in April as the national average for a gallon of gas exceeded $4 per gallon for the first time since 2022.

Gas prices rise again amid Iran war, tax relief debated
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Drivers across the United States are seeing another spike in gas prices amid the ongoing war in Iran. President Trump supports suspending the federal gas tax, but the impact would likely be minimal. Meanwhile, a separate debate is intensifying over Department of Homeland Security funding, where Republicans are close to advancing funding, but Democrats are holding out for broader reforms.

Minneapolis Fed president discusses economic outlook
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The Minneapolis Fed president spoke the economic outlook for the Twin Cities. FOX 9's Karen Scullin has the latest. 

Walmart to cut or relocate 1,000 jobs in efforts to compete with Amazon

Walmart is restructuring its staff to focus on expansion of AI and tech initiatives. The move marks a significant strategy to compete with Amazon and other retailers.

U.S. drought could increase prices
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A drought throughout the U.S. could worsen already increasing prices, as the nation currently experiences the worst drought conditions in nearly 100 years. FOX 9’s Cody Matz explains how the conditions will affect the agriculture industry, and eventually your budget.

Young Americans stand out for job market pessimism, data shows

Young Americans' confidence in the job market has plummeted significantly, falling well below the optimism levels of older generations for the first time in years, according to a new poll.

Hegseth defends Pentagon's $1.5 trillion budget request
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Military leaders, including Pete Hegseth and Gen. Dan Caine, are defending the Pentagon's $1.5 trillion budget request before Congress on Tuesday. Their testimony comes as inflation and gas prices continue to rise while the Iran war remains unresolved. FOX's Rebekah Castor has the latest. 

Trump tariff refunds begin: Businesses await relief
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Months after the Supreme Court struck down President Trump's chief economic policy, reimbursement checks are being issued to businesses. The Trump administration and Customs and Border Protection are starting to issue $127 billion, plus interest, in tariff refunds.

These cities rank as the best places to start a career in 2026, according to data

For young professionals searching for a job in a crowded market, finding an opportunity may come down to the zip code you're in, which might improve your odds of securing a job based on a recent report.

Minnesota gas prices surge: Twin Cities hits $4.18, costs climb $1.28 from 2025

According to GasBuddy’s survey of 1,106 stations, the average price for regular gasoline in the Twin Cities jumped 10.9 cents per gallon in the last week, now sitting at $4.18 per gallon.

Trump says he aims to suspend gas tax amid high fuel prices

President Donald Trump said on Monday morning that he aims to suspend the federal gas tax for a period of time to help address high fuel prices.

DOJ confirms antitrust probe of major meatpackers over beef price inflation

The Justice Department confirmed its active investigation of potential antitrust violations in U.S. cattle and beef markets, reviewing more than 3 million documents and interviewing industry participants as federal officials scrutinize whether highly concentrated meatpacking power has contributed to high beef prices.

US restaurant sales fall as Iran war drives up gas prices

With pain at the gas pump reaching new highs due to U.S.-Iran tensions, many consumers are pulling back on dining out. Major restaurant brands report falling revenue as households pivot to cost-saving measures to offset rising daily expenses.