Economy

Cattle rancher Mike John runs a cow-calf operation in Huntsville, Mo., and says he hopes the Trans-Pacific Partnership trade deal will open up new markets for his beef.

Why Many Midwestern Farmers Are Pro-TPP

6:15pm May 09, 2016

by Kristofor Husted

A coalition of more than 200 agriculture groups wrote an open letter urging Congress to approve the trade deal, saying it'll help U.S. farmers stay competitive in an increasingly crowded world market.

Treasury Secretary Jack Lew Visits Puerto Rico Amid Debt Crisis

5:02pm May 09, 2016

by Greg Allen

Treasury Secretary Jack Lew is in Puerto Rico to highlight the need for Congressional action to help the island restructure its $70 billion debt. Lew is getting a first-hand look at some of the problems the government is facing, including underfunded schools and hospitals plus an emerging Zika crisis.

Economy

Are More U.S. Workers Beginning To Get Raises?

3:45pm May 09, 2016

As the U.S. job market continues to improve, there are hints that wages are finally picking up. Renee Montagne talks to David Wessel, director of the Hutchins Center at the Brookings Institution.

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Krispy Kreme To Be Acquired By German Investment Firm

9:47am May 09, 2016

Winston-Salem-based Krispy Kreme agreed to be taken over by JAB Beech, Inc. in a $1.35 billion dollar acquistion Monday.

A Lyft van sits outside the Austin Convention Center in March, during the 2016 SXSW Festival. The ride-hailing company, along with its competitor Uber, has now vowed to "pause" operations in the city, after Austin voters sided against the ride-hailing app

Uber, Lyft Vow To Stop Driving In Austin After Voters Keep Regulations

9:34am May 09, 2016

by Camila Domonoske

The ride-hailing firms spent millions trying to persuade city voters to reject rules requiring drivers to be fingerprinted. But they lost, and now say they're "pausing" operations in Texas' capital.

The Pirates-Marlins series was meant to honor Hall of Fame player Roberto Clemente, who hails from the island. But players say they were worried about contracting Zika.

Economy

Why Many Midwestern Farmers Are Pro-TPP

Treasury Secretary Jack Lew Visits Puerto Rico Amid Debt Crisis

Are More U.S. Workers Beginning To Get Raises?

Krispy Kreme To Be Acquired By German Investment Firm

Uber, Lyft Vow To Stop Driving In Austin After Voters Keep Regulations

How Ogden, Utah Has The Lowest Level Of Income Inequality

Clinton Must Clarify Her Economic Message To Win Primary

First-Time Buyers Face Housing Crunch In Big Cities

HUD Secretary Julian Castro Issues New Guidance For Landlords

Major League Baseball Cancels Series In Puerto Rico Due To Zika Concerns