Inflation 2026: Gas prices drove March numbers up to levels not seen in years
The largest monthly jump in gas prices in six decades caused a sharp spike in inflation in March, shifting the trajectory further away from the Fed’s target.
The largest monthly jump in gas prices in six decades caused a sharp spike in inflation in March, shifting the trajectory further away from the Fed’s target.
Trump admits gas prices could remain high through November elections
President Donald Trump acknowledged in a Sunday interview that gas prices may rise after peace talks between the U.S. and Iran to end the ongoing war stalled.
President Donald Trump acknowledged in a Sunday interview that gas prices may rise after peace talks between the U.S. and Iran to end the ongoing war stalled.
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2026 streaming price hikes: Netflix, Spotify, YouTube & more [See the List]
For millions of people who stream their favorite shows, the price of doing so just keeps getting higher and higher. On Friday, YouTube became the latest major streamer to hike its prices. But the company is by no means the only one that has done so recently.
For millions of people who stream their favorite shows, the price of doing so just keeps getting higher and higher. On Friday, YouTube became the latest major streamer to hike its prices. But the company is by no means the only one that has done so recently.
Consumer sentiment plummets as inflation fears surge
The Iran war weighed heavily on the minds of consumers last month when they were asked about their expectations for the economy, a new University of Michigan study found.
The Iran war weighed heavily on the minds of consumers last month when they were asked about their expectations for the economy, a new University of Michigan study found.
Texas energy leaders answer questions on data centers
Texas could be the nation's leader in data centers by 2030, and that's forcing energy companies like ERCOT to reevaluate if the grid can handle that level of growth. FOX 4's Alex Boyer has more on what Texas energy leaders said to Texas lawmakers at a hearing today.
Texas could be the nation's leader in data centers by 2030, and that's forcing energy companies like ERCOT to reevaluate if the grid can handle that level of growth. FOX 4's Alex Boyer has more on what Texas energy leaders said to Texas lawmakers at a hearing today.
Fed official says interest rate hike possible as gas prices, inflation remain elevated
Fed official Beth Hammack warns interest rates could rise if inflation stays elevated, citing uncertainty over the Iran war's impact on oil and gas prices.
Fed official Beth Hammack warns interest rates could rise if inflation stays elevated, citing uncertainty over the Iran war's impact on oil and gas prices.
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.
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.
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 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%.
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%.
Dallas leaders discuss ways to encourage homeownership in city
Dallas City Council heard details on a new proposed housing framework as they look for ways to encourage home ownership in the city.
Dallas City Council heard details on a new proposed housing framework as they look for ways to encourage home ownership in the city.
No end in sight for rising gas prices across U.S.
Continued military operations in the Middle East means no relief for consumers hoping for cheaper gas prices. FOX 4's Vania Castillo spoke to an expert on what exactly you're paying for at the pump.
Continued military operations in the Middle East means no relief for consumers hoping for cheaper gas prices. FOX 4's Vania Castillo spoke to an expert on what exactly you're paying for at the pump.
Texas ban on smokeable THC products begins this week
Texas is set to put a ban on smokeable products with more than .3% THC this week. FOX 4's Steven Dial has more on how this could affect North Texas businesses.
Texas is set to put a ban on smokeable products with more than .3% THC this week. FOX 4's Steven Dial has more on how this could affect North Texas businesses.
Trump signs executive order to pay TSA agents
After House Speaker Mike Johnson rejected a Senate-passed bill that would have funded TSA and most of Homeland Security on Friday, President Donald Trump signed an executive order for TSA agents to get paid. FOX 4's Alex Boyer has more.
After House Speaker Mike Johnson rejected a Senate-passed bill that would have funded TSA and most of Homeland Security on Friday, President Donald Trump signed an executive order for TSA agents to get paid. FOX 4's Alex Boyer has more.
DFW airports helping TSA employees during funding dispute
Both local airports in Dallas are doing what they can to help TSA agents who have been without pay during a DHS funding stalemate. FOX 4's Shaun Rabb has more.
Both local airports in Dallas are doing what they can to help TSA agents who have been without pay during a DHS funding stalemate. FOX 4's Shaun Rabb has more.
Weir's Furniture to close after 78 years in business
The Dallas-based furniture business will close its doors for good once all of its current merchandise has sold.
The Dallas-based furniture business will close its doors for good once all of its current merchandise has sold.
Iran war causes Texas oil production to rise
Oil production in Texas is on the rise due to the war in Iran, although local authorities warn of price uncertainty. FOX 4's Shaun Rabb has more.
Oil production in Texas is on the rise due to the war in Iran, although local authorities warn of price uncertainty. FOX 4's Shaun Rabb has more.
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.
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.
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.
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.
New ruling could cost thousands of Texans their jobs
Texas regulators voted to block undocumented immigrants from receiving licenses, potentially causing thousands of Texans to lose their jobs. FOX 4's Steven Dial has more.
Texas regulators voted to block undocumented immigrants from receiving licenses, potentially causing thousands of Texans to lose their jobs. FOX 4's Steven Dial has more.