Iran war threatens to erase the economic bump from bigger tax refunds

Americans are poised to receive bigger refunds when they file their taxes this year than they did in 2025, due to changes in the tax code. Already, U.S. households have received an average federal tax refund of $3,742, according to IRS data as of Feb. 27. That’s about 10.6% higher than the average refund was … Read more

Trump-backed Potomac sewage cleanup complete after massive spill ahead of summer America250 celebrations

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Repairs have been completed following the historic Potomac River sewage spill in Washington, D.C., less than a month after President Donald Trump approved a disaster declaration that allowed the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to help. “Emergency repairs to the Potomac Interceptor are complete,” DC Water said … Read more

How two teens from wealthy Pennsylvania suburbs became suspects in an attempted ‘ISIS-inspired’ attack in New York City

BUCKS COUNTY, Pa. — Emir Balat and Ibrahim Kayumi have a lot in common: They’re both teenagers. They’re both first-generation Americans. Both live on tree-lined streets in the affluent suburbs north of Philadelphia. “Nothing crazy happens around this area,” said Logan Lombardi, who went to high school with Kayumi. For all their similarities, however, authorities … Read more

FCC chair threatens news networks’ licenses amid Trump’s criticism of Iran war coverage

Federal Communications Commission Chair Brendan Carr threatened to revoke broadcast licenses on Saturday, echoing criticism from President Trump over news networks’ coverage of the U.S.-Israeli war in Iran.  “Broadcasters that are running hoaxes and news distortions – also known as the fake news – have a chance now to correct course before their license renewals … Read more

On the lot: Pre-Oscars buzz and another look at the PR wars in Hollywood

Welcome back to ON THE LOT. In today’s edition: Academy Awards warm-ups with Conan O’Brien, the Rebel Wilson case with a Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni connection, a new Netflix docuseries from Liz Garbus that will make you glad you’re not a Murdoch, and this week’s recommendations from industry insiders. Got tips (on where David … Read more

Time lapse shows Chicago River getting dyed green

IE 11 is not supported. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. Now Playing Time lapse shows Chicago River getting dyed green 00:19 UP NEXT Video shows U.S. strikes on Iran’s Kharg Island 00:24 NYC hospital getting recognized for its food 00:36 Airlines call for action as long security lines persist 00:42 … Read more

Obama Presidential Center wants 100 unpaid volunteers as Valerie Jarrett earns $740K

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! The Obama Foundation is looking for 100 unpaid volunteers to work alongside the former president’s highly paid cronies at the $850 million Obama Presidential Center in Chicago when it opens in June. Officials are pitching the no-paycheck gigs as rooted in former President Barack Obama’s legacy of … Read more

Former U.S. Sen. Kyrsten Sinema admits romance with her security guard as she fights his ex-wife’s lawsuit

Former U.S. Sen. Kyrsten Sinema acknowledges having a romantic relationship with a member of her security detail that began while she was a lawmaker, according to legal documents. But she also contends she shouldn’t be subject to a lawsuit by the man’s ex-wife, who blames Sinema for the marriage ending. The North Carolina federal court … Read more