Alibaba agrees to pay $600 million to settle illegal drug lawsuit
Alibaba reached a massive financial settlement with the U.S. government to resolve accusations that the company allowed the sale and importation of illegal pharmaceuticals and medical equipment on its major platforms.
Alibaba reached a massive financial settlement with the U.S. government to resolve accusations that the company allowed the sale and importation of illegal pharmaceuticals and medical equipment on its major platforms.
Latest jobs report brings underwhelming results
The latest jobs report shows job growth has slowed. Employers added 57,000 jobs in June. But Edward Lawrence tells us it was half of what economists were expecting.
The latest jobs report shows job growth has slowed. Employers added 57,000 jobs in June. But Edward Lawrence tells us it was half of what economists were expecting.
Flesh-eating screwworm outbreak escalates in West Texas as confirmed cases reach 31
Federal and state agricultural officials have confirmed that the number of New World screwworm cases in the United States has reached 31, prompting Texas authorities to maintain strict emergency quarantine orders to combat the flesh-eating parasite's ongoing expansion in West Texas.
Federal and state agricultural officials have confirmed that the number of New World screwworm cases in the United States has reached 31, prompting Texas authorities to maintain strict emergency quarantine orders to combat the flesh-eating parasite's ongoing expansion in West Texas.
US economy adds jobs at slower pace with 57,000 jobs added in June, unemployment rate dips
Employers in the United States added jobs at a steady pace in June, with 57,000 jobs added, below economists' estimates of 110,000 jobs. The unemployment rate dipped to 4.2%, which was also below the estimate of 4.3%.
Employers in the United States added jobs at a steady pace in June, with 57,000 jobs added, below economists' estimates of 110,000 jobs. The unemployment rate dipped to 4.2%, which was also below the estimate of 4.3%.
St. Paul minimum wage increases to $16.37 for small businesses, $14.25 for microbusinesses
Minimum wage rates in St. Paul increased on July 1 for small and micro businesses.
Minimum wage rates in St. Paul increased on July 1 for small and micro businesses.
Federal student loan changes take effect: Borrowers face higher payments, fewer repayment options
Sweeping changes to federal student loans are now in effect, bringing new borrowing caps and fewer repayment choices for students and families.
Sweeping changes to federal student loans are now in effect, bringing new borrowing caps and fewer repayment choices for students and families.
Kroger to buy Giant Eagle after failed Albertsons merger
Kroger plans to acquire Giant Eagle which has over 100 supermarkets and multiple pharmacies in several states.
Kroger plans to acquire Giant Eagle which has over 100 supermarkets and multiple pharmacies in several states.
Court blocks Trump administration’s student loan forgiveness overhaul
Two federal judges have struck down a Trump administration overhaul of the public service student loan forgiveness program.
Two federal judges have struck down a Trump administration overhaul of the public service student loan forgiveness program.
Grocery giant buyout: Kroger agrees to buy family-owned Giant Eagle for $1.25B cash
The Kroger Co. announced Wednesday it has entered a definitive agreement to acquire Giant Eagle, a move that will expand the retail giant’s footprint across five states in the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic regions.
The Kroger Co. announced Wednesday it has entered a definitive agreement to acquire Giant Eagle, a move that will expand the retail giant’s footprint across five states in the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic regions.
Trump earned $1.2 billion from crypto business, filings show
A recent federal filing reveals that President Donald Trump generated about $1.2 billion from his cryptocurrency ventures in 2025, highlighting the substantial wealth amassed since his return to the White House.
A recent federal filing reveals that President Donald Trump generated about $1.2 billion from his cryptocurrency ventures in 2025, highlighting the substantial wealth amassed since his return to the White House.
These states are hit hardest by child care costs, new data shows
Think child care is expensive where you live? You’re probably right. A new report reveals the states where child care costs are eating up the biggest chunk of household income.
Think child care is expensive where you live? You’re probably right. A new report reveals the states where child care costs are eating up the biggest chunk of household income.
Man wins $50K lawsuit after protesting, trolling national guard with Darth Vader theme song
The District of Columbia has agreed to a $50,000 settlement to resolve a lawsuit from a man who claimed police detained him for playing Darth Vader's theme song while following an Ohio National Guard patrol.
The District of Columbia has agreed to a $50,000 settlement to resolve a lawsuit from a man who claimed police detained him for playing Darth Vader's theme song while following an Ohio National Guard patrol.
AI is helping gas stations collude to raise California fuel prices, lawsuit says
A lawsuit accuses California gas station operators of using artificial intelligence software to illegally coordinate and drive up prices at the pump.
A lawsuit accuses California gas station operators of using artificial intelligence software to illegally coordinate and drive up prices at the pump.
Amazon Prime Day shoppers spend more than $26 billion during four day event
Amazon's popular annual sales event saw a significant year-over-year surge, with overall consumer spending eclipsing last year’s totals.
Amazon's popular annual sales event saw a significant year-over-year surge, with overall consumer spending eclipsing last year’s totals.
Flesh-eating screwworm outbreak escalates in West Texas; strict transport ban issued
Federal and state agricultural officials have confirmed that the number of New World screwworm cases in the United States has reached 27, prompting Texas authorities to issue a fresh round of emergency quarantine orders to combat the flesh-eating parasite's expansion in West Texas.
Federal and state agricultural officials have confirmed that the number of New World screwworm cases in the United States has reached 27, prompting Texas authorities to issue a fresh round of emergency quarantine orders to combat the flesh-eating parasite's expansion in West Texas.
How to keep energy costs down during heat waves
With a heat wave setting in across Minnesota, many are looking for ways to stay cool without breaking the bank. FOX’s Deborah Valentine spoke with energy experts about how to save money while still keeping your home comfortable.
With a heat wave setting in across Minnesota, many are looking for ways to stay cool without breaking the bank. FOX’s Deborah Valentine spoke with energy experts about how to save money while still keeping your home comfortable.
Texas agricultural officials issue emergency quarantines across 21 counties for screwworm parasite
Federal and state agricultural officials have confirmed that the number of New World screwworm cases in the United States has reached 26, as Texas authorities issue a wave of emergency quarantine orders to contain the flesh-eating parasite's expansion into Deep South Texas.
Federal and state agricultural officials have confirmed that the number of New World screwworm cases in the United States has reached 26, as Texas authorities issue a wave of emergency quarantine orders to contain the flesh-eating parasite's expansion into Deep South Texas.
Johns Hopkins University lays off 110 workers after losing some federal funding
Johns Hopkins University laid off about 110 employees, citing significant cuts to federal research funding. Here's what to know.
Johns Hopkins University laid off about 110 employees, citing significant cuts to federal research funding. Here's what to know.
SNAP junk-food purchase restrictions take effect July 1 in Arkansas — See what other states have bans
Arkansas is implementing restrictions on food purchases by SNAP recipients and banning them from using their taxpayer-funded food assistance benefit to purchase junk food, joining other states too.
Arkansas is implementing restrictions on food purchases by SNAP recipients and banning them from using their taxpayer-funded food assistance benefit to purchase junk food, joining other states too.
Social Security July payment schedule: Here’s when recipients get their checks
Social Security July payment dates are set for millions of Americans. Here’s when recipients can expect to receive their checks.
Social Security July payment dates are set for millions of Americans. Here’s when recipients can expect to receive their checks.