California is now 4th largest economy in the world, new data shows
New data shows California has overtaken Japan as the 4th largest economy in the world, Gov. Gavin Newsom announced Wednesday.
New data shows California has overtaken Japan as the 4th largest economy in the world, Gov. Gavin Newsom announced Wednesday.
Ellison joins AGs suing Trump administration over tariffs
A lawsuit signed by 12 state attorneys general, including Minnesota's Keith Ellison, is challenging the authority of the Trump administration over tariffs imposed through executive orders.
A lawsuit signed by 12 state attorneys general, including Minnesota's Keith Ellison, is challenging the authority of the Trump administration over tariffs imposed through executive orders.
Trump reportedly ponders $5K baby bonus as US fertility rate remains near record low
The Trump administration is reportedly looking at ways to incentivize having a baby to increase the U.S. birth rate, which remains near a record low according to newly-released CDC data.
The Trump administration is reportedly looking at ways to incentivize having a baby to increase the U.S. birth rate, which remains near a record low according to newly-released CDC data.
Here's the salary each generation feels they need in 2025, according to survey
What salary that Americans feel they need to live comfortably depends on generation, according to a new survey.
What salary that Americans feel they need to live comfortably depends on generation, according to a new survey.
Who owns America’s debt? What to know amid an uncertain economic outlook
Foreign countries hold trillions in U.S. government debt through Treasuries. But recent market volatility and tariffs have raised concerns about a global sell-off — and what that could mean for Americans.
Foreign countries hold trillions in U.S. government debt through Treasuries. But recent market volatility and tariffs have raised concerns about a global sell-off — and what that could mean for Americans.
Trump says he won’t fire Fed chair, days after hinting otherwise and triggering market dip
President Trump said Tuesday he does not plan to fire Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, easing market fears after earlier threats to remove him triggered a selloff.
President Trump said Tuesday he does not plan to fire Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, easing market fears after earlier threats to remove him triggered a selloff.
Americans' economic, financial expectations sink in April
A new Gallup poll shows a sharp decline in Americans' confidence in the economy and their personal finances. d
A new Gallup poll shows a sharp decline in Americans' confidence in the economy and their personal finances. d
Americans considering filing for bankruptcy hits highest level since pandemic
Growing concerns about tariffs and debt were some of the reasons people looked into bankruptcy filings, a recent report shows.
Growing concerns about tariffs and debt were some of the reasons people looked into bankruptcy filings, a recent report shows.
Cuts at NWS sparks concerns with safety, forecast
The National Weather Service is undergoing reductions, which could lead to poorer forecasts, fewer warnings, and longer lead times during severe weather. FOX 9 meteorologist Cody Matz breaks down what fewer weather balloon launches could mean and the safety concerns that come along with them.
The National Weather Service is undergoing reductions, which could lead to poorer forecasts, fewer warnings, and longer lead times during severe weather. FOX 9 meteorologist Cody Matz breaks down what fewer weather balloon launches could mean and the safety concerns that come along with them.
Can Trump fire the fed chair? President lashes out at Powell for economic outlook
President Trump has hinted that he wants to fire Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell for his economic outlook and refusal to lower interest rates. Can he do that?
President Trump has hinted that he wants to fire Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell for his economic outlook and refusal to lower interest rates. Can he do that?
New bipartisan tax proposal could give your family more money
A bipartisan group of lawmakers is pushing to make the adoption tax credit refundable, which could allow more families to get the credit even if it's more than their “tax burden."
A bipartisan group of lawmakers is pushing to make the adoption tax credit refundable, which could allow more families to get the credit even if it's more than their “tax burden."
United Airlines calls economy ‘impossible to predict’ as Trump tariffs cloud business outlook
United Airlines said the economy is “impossible to predict” as Trump’s trade war adds confusion to business forecasts. Companies like Nvidia, AMD, and ASML also report disruptions.
United Airlines said the economy is “impossible to predict” as Trump’s trade war adds confusion to business forecasts. Companies like Nvidia, AMD, and ASML also report disruptions.
Report: Trump to end IRS Direct File program for free tax filing
The Trump administration is planning to end the IRS Direct File program that allows tax returns to be filed directly to the IRS for free.
The Trump administration is planning to end the IRS Direct File program that allows tax returns to be filed directly to the IRS for free.
What's driving Americans' record-high credit card debt? Annual survey reveals answers
Industry analysts warn that carrying a credit card balance is a slippery slope.
Industry analysts warn that carrying a credit card balance is a slippery slope.
America's 250th birthday plans at risk amid DOGE cost-cutting
Plans for America’s 250th anniversary celebration are at risk due to federal funding cuts under President Donald Trump’s administration.
Plans for America’s 250th anniversary celebration are at risk due to federal funding cuts under President Donald Trump’s administration.
Judge scraps Biden-era rule capping credit card late fees: What to know
A federal judge has scrapped a rule from the Biden administration that would have placed a cap on credit card late fees.
A federal judge has scrapped a rule from the Biden administration that would have placed a cap on credit card late fees.
Impacts of Trump?s reciprocal tariffs felt in US
The Trump administration?s reciprocal tariffs are starting to impact ports around the country, including China suspending the shipments of goods to the U.S. FOX 9?s Chenue Her has more on the story.
The Trump administration?s reciprocal tariffs are starting to impact ports around the country, including China suspending the shipments of goods to the U.S. FOX 9?s Chenue Her has more on the story.
Retirement savings 'magic number' drops in 2025 for Americans, study finds
When it comes to retirement savings, more than half of Americans think it's “somewhat or very likely" that they’ll outlive their money, according to a new study.
When it comes to retirement savings, more than half of Americans think it's “somewhat or very likely" that they’ll outlive their money, according to a new study.
China’s economy grew 5.4% before US tariffs hit; slowdown likely, analysts warn
China’s economy posted 5.4% growth in the first quarter of 2025, fueled by strong exports ahead of steep new US tariffs. But economists warn a slowdown is likely as trade tensions escalate.
China’s economy posted 5.4% growth in the first quarter of 2025, fueled by strong exports ahead of steep new US tariffs. But economists warn a slowdown is likely as trade tensions escalate.
Tips to avoid tax surprises next year
Did you owe a ton of taxes this year? Or maybe you got a refund you weren’t expecting? Here’s a look at how to get a handle on those surprises now ahead of next year.
Did you owe a ton of taxes this year? Or maybe you got a refund you weren’t expecting? Here’s a look at how to get a handle on those surprises now ahead of next year.



















