Indiana to suspend gas tax for one month as prices surge

Indiana is hitting pause on its gas tax as prices surge amid Middle East tensions. Here's what to know.

Stocks slip, oil prices nudge back up with Middle East truce in doubt

The ongoing conflict with Iran continues to pressure global markets. Despite the announcement of a ceasefire deal between the U.S. and Iran, stock indices dipped during early trading while crude oil prices began an upward climb.

Texas has till 2027 to avoid owing feds $700M for SNAP errors

Texas has until the end of 2027 to fix the errors in SNAP payments within the state, or risk being held accountable for a percentage of the entire federal program. If Texas were to be fined for the current level of error, the state would owe more than $700 million. 

US workers increasingly trapped in the 'Great Detachment' as hiring slows, report shows

A new report from Gallup finds that U.S. workers are less optimistic about the job climate and their level of engagement with their current jobs has remained relatively flat.

Oil prices plummet under $100 mark after Trump reveals US-Iran ceasefire

News of the temporary ceasefire between the United States and Iran immediately sent oil prices tumbling. Within minutes of President Donald Trump announcing an agreement had been reached, crude oil prices had fallen below the $100 mark.

Oracle hires new CFO with $950K salary as thousands face layoffs

Oracle reinstates the CFO role by hiring Hilary Maxson as the company reportedly lays off thousands amid a massive AI buildout.

What to know about the Strait of Hormuz—and why it matters

The Strait of Hormuz—a narrow, 21-mile-wide passage connecting the Persian Gulf to global shipping lanes—has emerged as the focal point of a major geopolitical crisis.

Trump administration proposes cutting 9,400 TSA workers, $1.5 billion from budget

The White House proposal to slash jobs and funding at the Transportation Security Administration comes as the agency grapples with understaffing and long lines at several airports nationwide.

Inflation fears could push Fed to raise interest rates, key official says

Amid fears that prices are starting to rise too quickly again, the Federal Reserve may opt to tap the brakes on inflation with a potential rate hike later this week, a top official warned.

Where gas prices are the highest: A state-by-state breakdown of the average price of gas

The ongoing conflict with Iran continues to drive up the fuel prices around the world. Here in the U.S., prices are well above average in many states across the country, with some regions seeing record highs. 

US labor market rebounding as 178,000 jobs added in March, well above expectations

The U.S. labor market rebounded in March with employers adding 178,000 jobs, well above the 60,000 predicted by economists.  The unemployment rate declined slightly to 4.3%.

Poll: Americans worry over gas and energy prices limited in early days of Iran war

A new poll finds Americans' concern about gas prices and whether energy would be available or affordable did not rise much during the early weeks of the Iran war.

49% of Americans are struggling to afford food: Report

Nearly half of Americans say it’s difficult to afford food, with 52% spending more than last year, according to LendingTree.

How Texas plans to save spring crops as Iran War inflates fertilizer, diesel prices

As the war in Iran continues, Texas farmers are weighing their options as the window to fertilize crops for the spring planting season begins to close. The state's agriculture commissioner believes timing, alternatives and Lone Star resilience might prevent disaster for the industry.

Texas oil production ticks up amid Iran war, but Dallas Fed warns of price uncertainty

The war with Iran is driving up global oil prices and fueling an increase in local oil production. But it’s not a significant increase, according to the Dallas Federal Reserve.

Rents in this Texas city among biggest decreases in country, report says

Texas rent prices have been declining faster than the national average, a new report says, and one major city in particular is leading the charge. 

Thousands of licensed workers in Texas could be out of jobs after new rule change

Thousands of trained workers in Texas will likely lose their ability to work legally after a state commission on Tuesday passed a change to a decades-old rule.