Harris proposes capping child care costs to 7% of income and offering $6,000 for newborns. Trump focuses on tariffs.
Reckitt, a global leader in health, hygiene, and nutrition, will establish a major production plant in Wilson County, North Carolina. The new facility will produce the over-the-counter medicine Mucinex and create 289 jobs, Governor Roy Cooper announced today. The project represents an investment of $145.59 million in Wilson. This development
Kamala Harris proposes a federal ban on price gouging in food, while Trump suggests tariffs that could raise prices.
The U.S. Commerce Department grants $2M to Stuttgart, AR, for water infrastructure, expecting 54 jobs, $79M in private investment, and support for local manufacturing.
Three experts discussed clean energy progress at the TIME100 Climate Leadership Forum, highlighting significant investments and job growth.
Raleigh, N.C. The state’s seasonally adjusted August 2024 unemployment rate was 3.8 percent, increasing 0.1 of a percentage point from July’s revised rate. The national rate decreased 0.1 of a percentage point to 4.2 percent. North Carolina’s unemployment rate increased 0.3 of a percentage point from a year ago. The
The US Commerce Department is investing $1.3 million in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, for infrastructure improvements at NewBo City Market to support agricultural businesses. The grant, matched with local funds, will drive workforce growth, support new small businesses, and create 40 jobs.
Harris has vowed to increase the housing supply by three million homes and provide up to $25,000 in down payment support.
The Federal Reserve’s interest rate cut aims to lower mortgage rates, boost apartment construction, and reduce rental costs.
Dozens of progressive groups convened in D.C. Wednesday to advocate for “tax justice,” urging higher taxes on the wealthy.
Veetee Foods to build a production plant in Johnston County, NC, creating 200 jobs and investing $35.7 million.
“Senators and advocates raise concerns over predatory practices in private student loans, citing deception and burdens.”
