PHILADELPHIA (AP) — From Maine to Texas, dockworkers at 36 ports across the eastern U.S. are now on strike for the first time in decades. And the work stoppage could snarl supply chains — leading to shortages and higher prices if it stretches on for more than a few weeks. Workers began walking picket lines…… MORE
Fed Chair Powell Says the US Economy is in ‘Solid Shape’ With Gradual Rate Cuts Coming
WASHINGTON (AP) — Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell has signaled that more rate cuts are in the pipeline, though their size and speed will depend on the evolution of the economy. At their last meeting, Fed officials penciled in two more quarter-point rate cuts to be made at the central bank’s final meetings this year.…… MORE
Satellite Service Direct TV Buys Rival Dish as It Fights the Onslaught of Streaming Services
DirecTV is buying Dish and Sling as the company, a deal it has sought to complete for years as seeks to better compete against streaming services that have become dominant. DirecTV said Monday that it will acquire Dish TV and Sling TV from its owner EchoStar in a debt exchange transaction that includes a payment…… MORE
Jeep Urges 194,000 Plug-In Hybrid SUV Owners to Stop Charging and Park Outdoors Due to Fire Risk
DETROIT (AP) — Jeep is recalling more than 194,000 plug-in hybrid SUVs worldwide because they can catch fire with the ignition turned off. In addition, Jeep is urging owners not to charge the SUVs and to park them outdoors and away from structures until they are repaired. The recall covers the Wrangler four by e…… MORE
Rockwall Amber Alert Discontinued, Infant Found Safe in Missouri
UPDATE: The missing North Texas infant at the heart of a Monday morning Amber Alert has been found safe. Authorities said 6-month-old Nova Brady, who was allegedly abducted by her biological parents, was located east of Springfield, Missouri. 26-year-old Dakota Brady and 21-year-old Margaret Van Aken were taken into custody. (WBAP/KLIF) — Police in Rockwall…… MORE