Why Toyota-Mazda's $1.6-Billion Project Skipped Over The Triad
The experts seemed confident. The region was ready. There were even helicopters and vans spotted surveying the Greensboro-Randolph Megasite.
Economy
Who Is Looking Out For America's Children?
Two economists have proposed government-issued baby bonds to help kids get ahead.
A Return Home For Temporary Residents
An estimated 200,000 Salvadorans lost their protected immigration status this week.
Who Will Fuel The Construction Boom In North Carolina?
The construction industry is growing rapidly across the country, and North Carolina is no exception.
Advocates Fear Tax Bill Will Worsen U.S. Affordable Housing Shortage
The U.S. faces a severe shortage of affordable housing, and housing advocates fear the recent tax bill and potential budget cuts will make matters worse.
Professors Suggest 'Baby Bonds' Could Fix Widening Inequality In The U.S.
"Baby Bonds" are back in the news. Two professors presented their idea to do something about widening inequality to an economics conference. They suggest creating an education trust fund for each newborn. The grants — ranging from $500 to $50,000 — would be on a sliding scale tied to household income.
Trucking Industry Struggles With Growing Driver Shortage
More than 70 percent of goods consumed in the U.S. are moved by truck. The American Trucking Associations says the industry needs to hire almost 900,000 more drivers to meet rising demand.
Report: North Carolina Loses Toyota-Mazda Plant
North Carolina will not be landing the highly sought-after Toyota-Mazda joint auto manufacturing plant.
What You May Not Realize About The End Of TPS Status For Salvadorans
It's not just immigrants from El Salvador who stand to lose. Here's why their families back home could be devastated.
Why Quitting Is Awesome
The state of the American job market, as revealed by jobs numbers released this morning.