Delayed September jobs report shows US added surprising 119K jobs: What to know

The Department of Labor said Thursday the U.S. economy added 119,000 jobs in September, above economists' estimates. The unemployment rate rose to 4.4% in September, which was higher than economists' expectations.

Trump agrees to meet with Mamdani: Details

The Nov. 21 meeting will mark the first face-to-face between Trump and Mamdani, representing both a symbolic and substantive test for the city’s incoming administration.

Trump signs bill to release the Epstein files: What's next

President Donald Trump has signed a bill requiring the Justice Department to release its files on the late financier Jeffrey Epstein.

Epstein files: When will they be released?

The files must be released within 30 days, with some redactions allowed for ongoing investigations.

More SNAP recipients face work requirements: What to know

The Trump administration waived the new work requirements from his big spending bill for SNAP recipients in November, but they kick in for more adults in December. Here’s what to know.

Is Mamdani helping Hochul's chances in the NY governor's race?

Polling suggests New York Gov. Kathy Hochul has a major lead over her opponents for the state's gubernatorial race.

Congressman Gimenez: Maduro is a threat to the safety and security of the US

In an interview with LiveNOW Digital Journalist Christy Matino, Congressional representative Carlos Gimenez (R-FL) says Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro is a threat to the safety of the United States.

Medicare premium hike for 2026 will cut heavily into COLA

Medicare premiums are increasing again in 2026 in a jump that far outpaces both inflation and Social Security's cost-of-living adjustment.

All SNAP recipients must reapply for benefits: What we know

The Trump administration says everyone has to reapply for their SNAP benefits now that the government has reopened. Here's what we know.

At Trump's urging, Bondi says US will investigate Epstein's ties to Clinton and other political foes

Acceding to President Donald Trump's demands, U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi said Friday that she has ordered a top federal prosecutor to investigate sex offender Jeffrey Epstein's ties to Trump political foes, including former President Bill Clinton. 

New York’s Medical Aid in Dying Act sparks debate, sit-down with Mamdani, more news | Politics Unusual FULL EPISODE
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In this episode, Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani and End of Life Choices New York’s Mandi Zucker discuss the Medical Aid in Dying Act — a bill that would allow terminally ill adults with six months or less to live the option to end their lives with prescribed medication. The measure is awaiting Gov. Kathy Hochul’s signature, though she hasn’t said if she will sign or veto it. Washington, D.C., and 11 other states, including New Jersey, already have similar laws on the books.

Will Mamdani, Hochul bring free childcare to NYC by 2027? Mayor-elect on Politics Unusual

Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani says he and Governor Kathy Hochul are aligned on a plan to make universal childcare a reality by 2027. In a new interview, Mamdani discussed his campaign promises, the governor’s cooperation and what’s next.

Mamdani on being thrust into the national spotlight
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From planting a photographer at events in the early days to getting the attention of the president, NYC mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani shares what it’s like being catapulted into the national spotlight.

Mamdani on working with NY Gov. Hochul
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NYC Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani opened up about working with New York Gov. Kathy Hochul, insisting that the two would remain aligned after "an incredibly productive" meeting.