When the low-cost Spirit Airlines ceased operations May 2, it created an opening for other carriers to grow. Here’s what analysts say likely will happen.
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Oil prices have crossed back above $100 a barrel as the Iran-Hormuz standoff intensifies, with Brent at $100.06 and WTI at $94.81. JP Morgan warns a full Strait of Hormuz closure could push oil to $130 — taking gasoline above $5 in many US states. Every $10 oil move adds roughly $0.25 to a g…
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Small businesses argued the new tariffs were an attempt to sidestep a landmark U.S. Supreme Court decision.
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A massive federal investigation is now targeting suspicious oil market trades placed just before major Iran-related announcements by President Donald Trump and Iranian officials. According to reports, the U.S. Department of Justice and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission are examining w…
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At his final press conference as Fed chair, Jerome Powell said that the labor market was essentially stuck in neutral. “There’s effectively no new net job creation” because companies aren’t adding a lot of new positions and fewer people are quitting. As a result, those out of work and others…
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The G7 has broadly agreed on the need to lessen reliance on Chinese critical mineral supplies. But there are disagreements between the US and Europe on how to do it, and fresh US tariff threats are challenging transatlantic unity.
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Social Security is making an offer you should refuse. Famed economist and Social Security expert Larry Kotlikoff calls it a“ massive con job.” And he explains that, like any con job, the offer is so enticing, it’ s hard to pass up— until you do the math! People who have decided they could afford to wait until age 70 to claim their maximum benefit are being greeted by an...
U.S. flagmakers say half the star-spangled banners sold in this country are made in China, so the manufacturers are urging the Trump administration to impose new tariffs on imports.
The national taxpayer advocate estimates that tens of millions of taxpayers may have been affected.
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Page County officials and community members gathered Friday, May 1, outside the Page County Courthouse to recognize Law Day.
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“I am truly humbled and honored to have the endorsement of my political hero, Senator Tom Harkin," Turek said in the release.
Two top IPERS leaders are out after a misconduct investigation as Gov. Kim Reynolds accepts CEO Greg Samorajski’s resignation and chief benefits officer fired.
The filing period for candidates has closed, debates are underway and the June 2 primary for dozens of Iowa offices is nearly here.
Branstad spoke about the values he carried from rural Iowa into public life.
Hall of Fame manager and legendary Atlanta Braves icon Bobby Cox died at the age of 84, the team announced Saturday.
U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on May 4 announced initiatives intended to reduce SSRI use, while attempting to reassure Americans who still want to take them.
A proposed federal ban on indoor tanning for minors has been withdrawn, drawing concern from dermatologists over cancer risks.
When the low-cost Spirit Airlines ceased operations May 2, it created an opening for other carriers to grow. Here’s what analysts say likely will happen.
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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.
The Page County Sheriff's Office said two vehicles were involved in a crash where they sustained heavy damage on Monday, Oct. 27, about 5:57 p.m.
A man from an unincorporated community in Page County was arrested following a short standoff Friday evening.
A 51-year-old resident of Sidney was flown by medical helicopter to Omaha after a crash involving a wrong-way driver Tuesday morning.
“I am truly humbled and honored to have the endorsement of my political hero, Senator Tom Harkin," Turek said in the release.
The filing period for candidates has closed, debates are underway and the June 2 primary for dozens of Iowa offices is nearly here.
Branstad spoke about the values he carried from rural Iowa into public life.
Vice President JD Vance told a crowd in Des Moines that reelecting Republicans such as U.S. Rep. Zach Nunn in 2026 is vital to support businesses, workers and U.S. citizens.