How could the Trump trade war affect Central Texas?

The global trade war continues to heat up, with many wondering how the tariff battle between the U.S. and other countries could affect people in Central Texas.

Trump's 25% tariffs on all steel and aluminum imports take effect

President Donald Trump has officially increased tariffs on all steel and aluminum imports to 25%. Canada announced retaliatory tariffs in response. Here's what to know.

Trump backs down on doubling tariffs after Ontario halts electricity surcharge

President Trump threatened to double tariffs on steel and aluminum imports from Canada, prompting Ontario to suspend its planned electricity surcharges to the U.S.

Tariffs update: Ontario raises electricity tax for US, China targets American farm products

China has imposed new tariffs on US farm products, while Ontario is hiking electricity prices for Americans in retaliation for President Trump’s escalating trade war. Here’s what it means for consumers.

Who is Mark Carney, the new prime minister of Canada?

Mark Carney, the new prime minister of Canada who will replace Justin Trudeau, has helped run two economies in crisis before and will now try to steer Canada through a looming trade war brought by Trump.

Mark Carney to replace Justin Trudeau as Canada's prime minister

Canada will have a new prime minister in coming days amid a trade war with the U.S. and an annexation threat by President Donald Trump.

Ex-boxer and sheep shearer tackles teen with loaded shotgun on plane

"I looked up and then within a second I saw the barrel of a shotgun and I thought to myself that ain’t a tool that should be on a plane," Barry Clark, a former boxer, told a local news outlet.

Ryan Wedding, ex-Olympian-turned drug kingpin, added to FBI 10 Most Wanted Fugitives list

The FBI has named Canadian ex-Olympian Ryan Wedding as one of America’s top 10 most-wanted fugitives. Wedding is accused of ordering murders in Ontario to protect his drug empire.

China warns US it is ready for ‘any type of war’ as trade tensions escalate

China has warned it is ready for "any type of war" in response to President Donald Trump's tariffs on Chinese goods. The statement comes as Beijing boosts defense spending and tensions escalate.

Trump postpones tariffs on most goods from Mexico for one month

The tariff delay would apply to goods that are compliant with the trade agreement President Donald Trump negotiated with Canada and Mexico during his first term in the White House.

Fyre Festival 2 tickets on sale, but Mexican officials say no permits have been filed

Tickets for Fyre Festival 2, reportedly set for Isla Mujeres in May 2025, are now on sale—but local officials say no permits have been requested, and they have no knowledge of the event.

South American police turn to cosplay for creative crime busts

South American police have taken a creative approach to catching criminals by donning costumes instead of their usual uniforms.

What is NATO? Calls for US exit spark debate over alliance’s future

As some Republican lawmakers push for the US to leave NATO, questions arise about the alliance's role, history, and impact on global security. Here's what to know.

US tariffs on Mexico, Canada take effect on Tuesday: What to know

New U.S. tariffs on imports from Mexico, Canada, and China take effect Tuesday, marking the most aggressive use of trade sanctions in decades.

Explain tariffs to me: What are they? How do they work?

A tariff is a tax imposed on imported goods and services. Here's what to know about them, why they're used, and what economists say.