Economy Sep 17 Federal Reserve cuts interest rates amid economic uncertainty The Federal Reserve cut its benchmark interest rate for the first time this year, dropping it by a quarter point. The change could have an impact on many lending rates and the Fed suggested two more cuts by year's end.
Economy Sep 16 What makes this week's Federal Reserve meeting unprecedented The Federal Reserve is expected to cut its benchmark interest rate by a quarter of a point when it meets on Wednesday, the first cut in about a year. It has been described by those who watch the Fed as…
Economy Sep 09 Revised job numbers raise new concerns about economic slowdown The Bureau of Labor Statistics says the U.S. job market is much weaker than initially believed. More than 900,000 fewer jobs were added in 2024 and 2025 than previously reported. The BLS issues revisions every year, but this change is…
Nation Sep 08 Alcaraz and Sabalenka make history with U.S. Open victories Three years after becoming the youngest No. 1 player in history, Carlos Alcaraz of Spain reclaimed that title after winning the U.S. Open in a four-set match against Italy’s Jannik Sinner. Aryna Sabalenka of Belarus became the first woman to…
Nation Sep 04 Parents mourning daughter lost in Texas floods push state to strengthen camp safety rules It’s been two months since at least 135 people were killed in flash floods that roared through the Texas Hill Country. In the weeks since, families of the victims have been pushing state lawmakers to pass camp and flood safety…
Nation Aug 27 'We owe this to our children': Minneapolis mayor calls for action after school attack A shooting at a Catholic school in Minneapolis left at least two young children dead and another 17 people injured. Authorities say they do not yet know of a motive, but said the shooter released a manifesto on social media…
Nation Aug 19 Why firefighters are facing toxic smoke with little to no protection At the height of wildfire season, thousands of firefighters regularly face a host of dangers on the frontline, including confronting toxic smoke. As seasons grow longer and more intense, the health of wildland firefighters is under renewed focus. Stephanie Sy…
Arts Aug 13 Ms. Rachel on advocating for Gaza's children: 'I wish leaders would hear their voices' She’s the preschool teacher to millions, though most of her students have never set foot in her classroom. Rachel Accurso, known as Ms. Rachel, is the creator of the wildly popular YouTube series "Songs for Littles," a lifeline for parents…
Arts Aug 13 7 quick questions with Ms. Rachel Rachel Accurso has helped countless toddlers learn words and make connections through her wildly popular videos. But she’s a hard no on glitter.
Nation Aug 08 Federal response to recent disasters reveals impact of Trump's changes to FEMA Since taking office, President Trump has called for the elimination of the Federal Emergency Management Agency, suggesting it could be dismantled as soon as December. Lately, his team has backed away from that idea, but there are still major changes…