The decision to leave the benchmark interest rate in the 3.50% to 3.75% range drew dissents from three of the 12 policymakers, who "preferred" a quarter-percentage-point hike.
- Terry Savage, Tribune Content Agency
A combination of factors have created a“ perfect storm” at the Internal Revenue Service, causing many tax refunds to be delayed. Seniors who received a larger standard deduction are getting refunds of taxes withheld from Social Security benefits and other income. And instead of being process…
- Siddhi Mahatole, Bo Erickson, Tom Polansek and Sarah Morland Reuters
Taylor Farms complained about the government's inspection process this month, as Michigan reported a spike in cases of a parasitic disease tied to the company's lettuce from Mexico.
- Jill Schlesinger
Wildfires, hurricanes, flash floods — if the past few years has taught us anything, it’s that “once-in-a-generation” events seem to be occurring a lot more frequently. That puts the onus on you to focus on a sleepy corner of your financial life that's supposed to protect against these risks:…
- Cecile Mantovani and Denis Balibouse Reuters
The U.S. hit Gruyere cheese with a 10% tariff last year, which rose to 12.5% this year, causing demand to plunge in one of Alpine farmers’ most important export markets.
- Fox - Seattle
More states are reporting cases of cyclosporiasis, a foodborne illness that has been linked to lettuce served at Taco Bell. However, health officials are still working to confirm the official source.
- Raphael Satter, Deepa Seetharaman and Kenrick Cai Reuters
OpenAI's loss of control over its AI agent raises new questions about the company’s safety procedures, three cybersecurity experts said.
OpenAI's loss of control over its AI agent raises new questions about the company’s safety procedures, three cybersecurity experts said.
Affordable, high-quality healthcare remains a necessity for Americans, a fact underscored by the COVID-19 pandemic, the biggest public health crisis in more than a century. Yet finding good care at a reasonable price is easier said than done. According to the latest
estimatesfrom the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the average American spends nearly $15,500 annually on personal healthcare, a hefty burden at a time when many households are still grappling with elevated prices.
Texas is the fourth-worst state for healthcare, according to a new WalletHub study that compared the 50 states and the District of Columbia across 44 key metrics highlighting the cost, accessibility and effectiveness of each state's healthcare system. Access to affordable, high-quality healthcare differs greatly from state to state, and it remains out of reach for many people.
Alabama is the sixth-worst state for healthcare, according to a new WalletHub study that compared the 50 states and the District of Columbia across 44 key metrics highlighting the cost, accessibility and effectiveness of each state's healthcare system. Access to affordable, high-quality healthcare differs greatly from state to state, and it remains out of reach for many people.
Illinois is the 25th-worst state for healthcare, according to a new WalletHub study that compared the 50 states and the District of Columbia across 44 key metrics highlighting the cost, accessibility and effectiveness of each state's healthcare system. Access to affordable, high-quality healthcare differs greatly from state to state, and it remains out of reach for many people.
Pennsylvania is the 13th-best state for healthcare, according to a new WalletHub study that compared the 50 states and the District of Columbia across 44 key metrics highlighting the cost, accessibility and effectiveness of each state's healthcare system. Access to affordable, high-quality healthcare differs greatly from state to state, and it remains out of reach for many people.
Nebraska is the 10th-best state for healthcare, according to a new WalletHub study that compared the 50 states and the District of Columbia across 44 key metrics highlighting the cost, accessibility and effectiveness of each state's healthcare system. Access to affordable, high-quality healthcare differs greatly from state to state, and it remains out of reach for many people.
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New Visions Homeless Services is set to open Council Bluffs’ first transitional housing program dedicated to veterans experiencing homelessness on Oct. 1.
Political expert Charlie Cook, the founder of the nonpartisan Cook Political Report, said he thinks Rob Sand will win Iowa’s next governor, but the Senate race may be less competitive.
The 530,157 passengers who through Nebraska’s largest airport in June broke the previous monthly record of 524,331 set in June 2025.
Dave Muhlbauer, Democratic candidate for lieutenant governor, defended the Sand campaign’s cannabis legalization plan and discussed the importance of accessible behavioral health treatment for children Thursday during a campaign visit to the Ember Recovery facility in Cambridge.
The Senate Majority PAC is investing an additional $17 million in Iowa, with plans to roll out a fall ad campaign criticizing U.S. Rep. Ashley Hinson’s voting record in Congress.
A jury took about two hours to find Salman Rushdie's attacker guilty of all three terrorism counts he faced. Hadi Matar could spend the rest of his life in prison.
Fauci called Trump "out of control," a "true embarrassment" and "an idiot" in his personal diary as he expert worked in 2020 to combat the COVID-19 pandemic.
The top U.S. commander for the Middle East has warned troops that cellphone videos shared online can help Iran target American bases, and sources said some personnel could soon be ordered to surrender their phones.
The decision to leave the benchmark interest rate in the 3.50% to 3.75% range drew dissents from three of the 12 policymakers, who "preferred" a quarter-percentage-point hike.
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Long gone are the days where impulse buying meant grabbing an unplanned candy bar or magazine in the checkout line. Now, social media makes it quick and easy for us to purchase just about anything with the click of a button, whether or not it’s in the budget. And for some Americans, it’s hurting them...
Black Friday is fast approaching, and shoppers are gearing up. The National Retail Federation expects more than 183 million people to shop over the weekend spanning Thanksgiving to Cyber Monday this year. But fraudsters are preparing for Black Friday too, looking for opportunities to steal your money or personal information. Before you dive into holiday...
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Kadin Hoger was grilling at the encampment on Williamson and South Baldwin streets from 2 p.m. Friday until 2 a.m. Saturday.
People gather at Williamson and South Baldwin Streets where Corey Ruiz was fatally shot by a police officer on Wednesday afternoon in Madison.
The memorial for Corey Ruiz has been in place on Williamson Street since Wednesday, when Ruiz was shot dead by police there. It was still holding strong Saturday, with no sign of police or other means of removal. Protesters said they plan on staying as long as they can.
A Sidney man arrested on suspicion of litancy of charges is also accused of injuring two sheriff's deputies and jail staff upon his booking into the Fremont County Jail.
Political expert Charlie Cook, the founder of the nonpartisan Cook Political Report, said he thinks Rob Sand will win Iowa’s next governor, but the Senate race may be less competitive.
Dave Muhlbauer, Democratic candidate for lieutenant governor, defended the Sand campaign’s cannabis legalization plan and discussed the importance of accessible behavioral health treatment for children Thursday during a campaign visit to the Ember Recovery facility in Cambridge.
The Senate Majority PAC is investing an additional $17 million in Iowa, with plans to roll out a fall ad campaign criticizing U.S. Rep. Ashley Hinson’s voting record in Congress.
Democratic U.S. Senate nominee Josh Turek and former U.S. Sen. Tom Harkin say Iowa should go first in the 2028 presidential nominating process, regardless of national Democrats' decision otherwise.