Tariff dividend: Trump says when he thinks checks could be issued

President Trump doubled down on the idea of a tariff dividend check for Americans. Here’s the latest of what he’s saying.

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.

Fire, smoke reported near Roselle, NJ

Significant damage could be seen in the attic of one home, while another had flames shooting up the side of the structure. One house appeared to be completely gutted by the fire.

Here's the ‘most affordable’ city in the US for 2025

Here’s which city topped the list as the most affordable U.S. city, offering low home prices and strong buyer incentives.

Woman found guilty in MS-13 gang-related teen killing in Montgomery County

A 24-year-old Frederick woman has been found guilty in an MS-13-related murder after a teenager’s remains were discovered in a shallow grave in Montgomery County in 2023.

New USGS map shows what's underneath your feet, wherever you go

USGS has unveiled its most detailed national geologic map, giving the public a free, interactive way to explore underground features. Here’s how to use it.

10 cities where homes still cost less than $300K

Here are the 10 most desirable cities where the average home still costs less than $300,000, according to a Realtor.com analysis.

10-year-old child, woman killed in Newark shooting ID'd; 3 others injured

Officials have identified the victims in Saturday’s deadly Newark shooting that left a 10-year-old child and a 21-year-old woman dead and three others wounded.

Supreme Court turns down pregame prayer case

After a nine-year legal battle, the U.S. Supreme Court on Monday declined to take up an appeal by a Tampa Christian school that contended its speech rights were violated when it was prevented from offering a prayer over a stadium loudspeaker before a 2015 state championship football game.

America 250 Christmas tree ornament unveiled

A Christmas tree ornament marking America’s 250th birthday next year has been unveiled.

How a weakening polar vortex could fuel a potentially brutal winter in the Northeast

A cold blast has gripped the Northeast, and meteorologists say it could be a sign of what’s to come. The FOX Weather Forecast Center reports that conditions are lining up for a potential polar vortex winter, setting the stage for a cold and active start to the season.

Newark shooting kills 2, including 10-year-old: 3 others injured

Two people, including a 10-year-old boy, were shot and killed in Newark Saturday night. Three people were also injured.

Trump administration floats idea of 50-year mortgages to boost homebuying

The Trump administration is pitching a new idea it says could help more Americans buy homes — but housing experts are already questioning whether it would truly make a difference.