Everyday Economics: Jobs data returns as government reopens
With the government shutdown finally over, this week brings a double dose of good news: federal workers start receiving paychecks again, and economic data... Read More.
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Competing crypto plans create ‘narrow path’ for adoption
Two competing plans seeking to define market structure for digital assets in the U.S. have left a "narrow path" to pass regulations for cryptocurrency.
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Supreme Court case could have major affect on 2026 midterms
The U.S. Supreme Court has agree to take up a case that could have an effect on the 2026 midterm elections.
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Illinois sports wagers decline after implementation of new tax
(The Center Square) - The Illinois Gaming Board has reported a 15% drop in September sports betting, after the state imposed a new tax... Read More.
Congress used government funding bill to ‘erase’ $3.4 trillion in deficits
Quietly tucked inside Republicans' funding deal to end the government shutdown is a provision wiping the congressional Pay-As-You-Go (PAYGO) scorecard, effectively forgiving nearly $3.4... Read More.
Illinois patient relies on ACA tax credits, experts warn they drive higher premiums
President Donald Trump signed a House-passed short-term spending bill late Wednesday, ending the shutdown and keeping the government open through January, notably without the... Read More.
Trump says $2,000 tariff rebate checks won’t come before Christmas
Americans won't get a $2,000 rebate check from the federal government before Christmas.
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Trump rolls back tariffs on over 200 foods in sharp reversal
Responding to Americans' frustrations over high grocery prices, President Donald Trump issued an executive order Friday exempting more than 200 food products from tariffs.
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Report finds UC San Diego freshmen not prepared for college-level math, writing classes
(The Center Square) - A new report by University of California, San Diego found freshmen are nowhere near ready for college math... Read More.
School district drops appeal of gender ideology ruling
(The Center Square) - The Encinitas Union School District withdrew its appeal of a ruling in a gender ideology lawsuit.
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