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WATCH: How Trump’s economic policies could shape the midterms

ABC News’ Alex Presha examines voters’ economic concerns, while KPMG chief economist Diane Swonk discusses interest rates, consumer confidence and financial uncertainty.

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Buffalo invests in new vehicles for police, fire departments

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- New vehicles are on the way for first responders in Buffalo. Buffalo Mayor Sean Ryan highlighted investments in new vehicles for the city's police and fire departments on Wednesday with 105 marked and unmarked police vehicles, 19 fire engines, and nine ladder trucks all part of the city's 2026-27 budget. “Our [...]

Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady as midterm elections loom

Markets expect the central bank to hold rates steady for now.

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Dallas Mavericks CEO Rick Welts to retire, Ethan Casson named successor

Dallas Mavericks Chief Executive Officer Rick Welts will retire at the end of the year. Current team President Ethan Casson will take over the CEO role starting in 2027.

Democratic women could make history in midterm governor and House races

Candidates and organizations on the left told ABC News both milestones are plausible, but depend on the most competitive races.