Sep 29 Watch 7:51 Affordability and accountability top priorities if Democrats take House, Jeffries says By Geoff Bennett, Kyle Midura, Leila Jackson The latest polling shows Democrats with a solid shot of regaining control of the House of Representatives in the midterm elections. If they do, House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries could become Speaker of the House, with debates over the economy,… Continue watching
Sep 23 3 things to know about rising diesel prices and how they affect you By Maria Ramirez Uribe Diesel prices have reached historic highs as a result of the U.S. war in Iran and Russia’s war in Ukraine, and consumers will bear the brunt of the rising cost, experts say. Continue reading
Sep 11 U.S. diesel prices soar past $6 a gallon, deepening strain for hauling everyday goods By Wyatte Grantham-Philips, Associated Press Diesel prices in the U.S. hit yet another record on Friday, soaring past $6 a gallon on average as Washington’s war with Iran disrupts the world’s flow of fuel. Continue reading
Sep 04 U.S. diesel prices hit a record high, pushing up transportation costs for a long list of goods By Wyatte Grantham-Philips, Associated Press Diesel hit a record price in the U.S. on Friday, soaring to an average of $5.85 a gallon for the first time as the six-month war with Iran disrupts the world’s flow of fuel. Continue reading
Aug 31 WATCH: Trump says 'Medicare for All' doesn't work By Associated Press The president was asked about Democratic candidates who want to use Medicare to provide universal access to health care — and he said his approach to have confidential drug pricing deals was superior. Continue reading
Aug 31 WATCH: Trump says more pharmaceutical companies will lower drug prices By Associated Press The president said nine more pharmaceutical companies would sell their drugs to state Medicaid programs at discounts under his so-called “most favored nation” pricing system. Continue reading
Aug 24 3-year college degrees grow more popular in the U.S., saving time and cash. But critics aren't sold By Heather Hollingsworth, Associated Press A growing number of colleges are offering three-year degree programs, which cut a year off a traditional bachelor's with reduced credit. Continue reading
Aug 14 U.S. retail sales unexpectedly post largest drop in more than a year By Anne D'Innocenzio, Associated Press The drop in spending raised concern among some economists about the resiliency of consumers who have powered the economy forward despite nagging inflation and soaring gasoline prices. Continue reading
Aug 13 Wholesale price inflation slows last month as gas and food costs fall By Christopher Rugaber, Associated Press Wholesale inflation dropped last month as gas prices reversed some of their Iran war spike and other costs also cooled, a sign that consumer inflation could grind lower in the months ahead. Continue reading
Aug 12 Inflation cooled last month as gas prices fell, though costs remain elevated By Christopher Rugaber, Associated Press The modest decline could ease pressure on the Federal Reserve to raise their key interest rate to combat rising costs. Yet prices are still rising more quickly than average wages, underscoring the struggle many Americans have had with more expensive… Continue reading