The Federal Reserve significantly impacts the U.S. economy, shaping interest rates, inflation, and bank regulation.
The U.S. and Canada, long-time allies, are engaged in a trade war, with escalating tariffs and no resolution in sight.
U.S. President Donald Trump’s trade war with Canada impacts American farmers, as tariffs raise agricultural costs.
Charlotte is the fastest-growing large US city, nearing 1M residents. The rapid growth strains housing and infrastructure.
The Buss family’s 47-year ownership of the Lakers may end as a group, including Bob Iger, seeks to buy the team for $12.5B.
The major U.S. political parties claim to represent the working class, yet few former workers hold political office.
The number of Americans filing for bankruptcy surged in 2025, with a 12% increase in June 2026, highlighting financial struggles.
Visitors spent $29 billion at U.S. national parks and $56 billion in communities in 2024, supporting 340,100 jobs.
A full-time worker in Colorado needs to earn $36.44/hr to afford a 2-bedroom apartment, but the minimum wage is $15.16.
Trump’s tariffs face backlash as midterms loom; new levies deepen cost burdens on consumers despite unpopularity.
Business leaders face a paradox: despite increased AI investments, productivity gains remain elusive. AI layoffs harm growth.
Gig workers rely on government programs for essentials, highlighting a need for better benefits in the gig economy.