Brazil’s economy minister warns world of stagflation and ‘very rough times ahead’
Brazil Economy Minister Paulo Guedes learned from Milton Friedman at the Chicago School and implemented his policies under President Jair Bolsonaro's administration.
American Airlines agrees to pay at least $7.5M to settle class action lawsuit over baggage fees
American Airlines agrees to pay at least $7.5 million to settle a class action lawsuit by passengers who claim they were wrongly charged baggage fees.
Alaska Airlines pilots to receive pay bump, increased schedule flexibility under new ratified contract
Other benefits under the new three-year contract include stronger job security, retirement contribution increases, no increases to health care costs
UFO Festival in Roswell, NM, brings in more than $2M in spending
A UFO festival hosted in Roswell, New Mexico, from June 30 through July 3 brought over $2 million in spending, 10 times more than the $200,000 spent to host the event.
Orlando store owner's message to criminals: 'There's a really good chance you're gonna get shot'
Store owners at an Orlando mall are on high alert after two of four suspects in an attempted "smash and grab" were shot and killed. Police say two suspects are still on the run.
Wawa shuttering two Philadelphia stores amid city's retail crime surge
Wawa, which has a total of 40 stores in Philadelphia, did not disclose a timeline for the closures. Impacted employees will be offered continued employment with the Pennsylvania convenience store chain.
Philadelphia chain Wawa 'seriously considering' halting expansion after viral riot video: councilman
Wawa, a Pennsylvania-based convenience store chain, might halt plans to expand in Philadelphia as crime continues in the city and after it's been the target of looters.
iPhone 14 crash detection feature reportedly dials 911 from roller coasters
Apple's new crash detection feature of the recently released iPhone 14 has been called 911 from roller coasters in Cincinnati and Chicago, according to a report.
Tyson Foods latest large business to flee Chicago, what sparked the exodus?
With Tyson leaving Chicago, the city has now lost several large and small businesses in what may be a symptom of its growing rates of crime, experts say.
California’s tech Mecca saw largest drop in median income during pandemic as the wealthy fled cities
Tech companies and their workers fled San Francisco throughout the pandemic, causing the city's median income to plummet. California is losing residents across the board.
Biden takes victory lap on Inflation Reduction Act's insulin cap, blames Republicans for not backing it
President Joe Biden blamed Republicans for not supporting the Inflation Reduction Act, specifically the insulin price cap, ahead of November's midterm elections.
Chicago-area residents can apply for $500 per month guaranteed income program
Certain residents in Cook County, Illinois will receive $500 monthly payments for a period of two years under a new pilot program.
Rite Aid may place all store items in showcases due to theft in New York City
Rite Aid is contemplating putting all store goods in showcases in New York City in an effort to curb retail theft, according to a report from Fox 5 New York.
Chicago faces more corporate departures as Tyson Foods moves to Arkansas
Tyson Foods Inc. will relocate about 1,000 corporate positions from the Chicago area as well as South Dakota to its headquarters in Springdale, Arkansas.
Inflation to curb holiday travel plans
Bankrate's survey finds Americans are considering shortening their holiday trips, engaging in less expensive activities, or opting for cheaper lodging and travel destinations.
FAA extends rest periods for flight attendants
Under the rule, flight attendants' required rest period will increase to 10 consecutive hours. Airlines have 90 days to comply after its publication in the Federal Register.
US Treasury seeks phased G7 oil sanctions as EU ban looms
The U.S. Treasury is working with key European players to target Russia by curbing Moscow's funds for waging war against Ukraine and implementing a two-phase ban on Russian oil exports
NYC plans recharging stations for food delivery workers
New York to implement taxpayer funded breakrooms for gig workers using abandoned newsstands, offering space to charge electronics and shelter for storms.
Norwegian Cruise Line eliminating COVID-19 testing, masking and vaccination requirements
Norwegian Cruise Line announced it is removing all coronavirus-related protocols effective Tuesday, Oct, 4, 2022. That includes testing, masking and vaccination requirements.
Metrolink, Amtrak suspend service between LA area and San Diego indefinitely because of shifting ground
Metrolink and Amtrak train services linking San Diego to Los Angeles have been suspended indefinitely over safety concerns in the community of San Clemente.



















