Economy

The Green New Deal legislation laid out by Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Sen. Ed Markey sets goals for some drastic measures to cut carbon emissions across the economy. In the process, it aims to create jobs and boost the economy.

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez Releases Green New Deal Outline

9:11pm February 07, 2019

by Danielle Kurtzleben

The plan is massively ambitious and faces political blockades. Proponents believe it is what's necessary to start saving the world from the threat of climate change and to reshape the U.S. economy.

Economy

Winston-Salem Reacts To BB&T's Pending Merger And Move

5:56pm February 07, 2019

by Sean Bueter

Winston-Salem-based bank BB&T has announced it will merge with SunTrust Banks to create one of the largest banks in the country.

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Laurence Fishburne as Dr. Ellis Cheever and Kate Winslet as Dr. Erin Mears in the thriller Contagion. Winslet's character was modeled on CDC epidemiologist Dr. Anne Schuchat.

Economy

The Disease Detectives

5:54pm February 07, 2019

The dedicated officers of the epidemic intelligence service are foot soldiers in a relentless battle against infectious disease.

Wright State Faculty Strike Drags On Into Its 3rd Week

8:55am February 07, 2019

by April Laissle

At Wright State University in Dayton, Ohio, a faculty strike enters its 17th day. Union leaders say the strike is over benefits, but the university says cuts are needed to shore up shaky finances.

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Economy

The Business High Point Chamber Of Commerce Hits Century Mark And Looks Ahead

7:51am February 07, 2019

by David Ford

The Business High Point Chamber of Commerce is celebrating its 100th anniversary. Since the decline of manufacturing, the city has faced stumbling blocks on its road to revitalization.

Economy

India's Poverty Paradox

5:38pm February 06, 2019

India's government has proposed a plan to pay some of the country's poorest farmers a guaranteed income. What would this mean for the country's economy?

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Director Kathy Kraninger speaks to media in Washington, D.C., in December 2018.

Consumer Protection Bureau Aims To Roll Back Rule For Payday Lending

5:21pm February 06, 2019

by Daniella Cheslow

The rule would have protected borrowers from ballooning loans with giant interest rates. Now, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau proposes ripping the rule's teeth out.

David Malpass, a conservative with longstanding ties to President Trump, has been nominated to run the World Bank, which he has criticized.

Trump Nominates Outspoken Critic David Malpass To Head World Bank

4:27pm February 06, 2019

by Jim Zarroli

The nomination of Treasury Department official David Malpass already has generated controversy in the international development community.

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Greensboro Is eBay's New Site For 'Retail Revival' Initiative

4:10pm February 06, 2019

by Bethany Chafin

The city of Greensboro is entering into a new partnership with eBay, and the goal is to help local businesses reach new customers around the world.

Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell has said the central bank can afford to be patient on further rate increases.

Economy

The Fed's Sweet Spot For Interest Rates

5:53pm February 05, 2019

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell says inflation isn't a problem right now, and that the short term interest rate, at 2.5 percent, is right where it should be.