Business

Critics warn staff cuts in agencies overseeing US dams could risk public safety

March 23, 2025 Martha Bellisle Article, Business

COULEE DAM, Wash. — Trump administration workforce cuts at federal agencies overseeing U.S. dams are threatening their ability to provide reliable electricity, supply farmers with water and protect communities from floods, employees and industry experts […]

Operator of mall staple Forever 21 files bankruptcy protection

March 23, 2025 Michelle Chapman and Anne D’Innocenzio Article, Business

Forever 21 has filed for bankruptcy protection for a second time and plans to close down its U.S. business as traffic in U.S. shopping malls fades and competition from online retailers like Amazon, Temu and […]

As AI nurses reshape hospital care, human nurses push back

March 22, 2025 Matthew Perrone Article, Business

The next time you’re due for a medical exam, you may get a call from someone like Ana: a friendly voice that can help you prepare for your appointment and answer any pressing questions. With […]

Consumer spending up; shoppers, experts cautious over economy

March 22, 2025 Christopher Rugaber and Anne D’Innocenzio Article, Business

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. shoppers stepped up their spending just a bit in February after a sharp pullback the previous month, signaling that Americans are shopping more cautiously as concerns about the direction of the […]

Chatham Park YMCA opens

March 22, 2025 Dan Reeves Article, Business

PITTSBORO — The highly anticipated opening of the new YMCA in Chatham Park last Wednesday was met with perfect weather for a symbolic ribbon cutting. City, state and local officials, community members, developers and stakeholders […]