Why 'MAGAnomics' Isn't Likely To Work
Sustained 3 percent growth is a target the U.S. is unlikely to hit, and some Trump policies might even make it less possible.
Economy
Using Motivational Speaking to Teach Money Management and Help People Stay Out of Debt: Ja'Net Adams
Radio Camper Gretchen Lawson talks with Ja'Net Adams about her work as a motivational speaker and author. Ja'Net teaches money management and how to stay out of debt.
As Online Sales Climb, Cities Confront Loss Of Sales Tax Revenue
The swift rise of e-commerce is creating new challenges for cities and suburbs in different parts of the country. The big problem is a loss of sales tax revenues as online sales climb.
Local Nonprofit, The Shalom Project, Helping Families In Financial Distress
A local nonprofit is holding its annual “Big Chill” fundraiser this weekend to support its mission.
What Can Bring Jobs To Coal Country?
A new coal mine opened in western Pennsylvania and is expected to employ at least 70 people. But workers and employers in Somerset County say more is needed to bring economic opportunity.
Despite The Drama, Much Of The Federal Budget Remains Stable Each Year
Every year we hear lots of drama and political fighting over the federal budget. In spite of this, most of the budget stays remarkably stable from year to year. We explain why.
Once A Bustling Black Enclave, East Austin Residents Make A Suburban Exodus
The community "doesn't really exist anymore as it did," one former resident of East Austin said. Even the local pastor, who served for 30 years, says he's been pushed out by rising home prices.
Health Insurers Try Paying More Up Front To Pay Less Later
Some businesses are keeping costs down for workers by removing deductibles for supplies needed to manage diabetes and other chronic conditions.
Senate's Health Bill Would Make Life Easier For Some Small Businesses
Some small businesses buy their health plans through trade associations. The GOP health bills would make those cheaper. But that could also make employer-based insurance more expensive for others.
IFB Solutions Loses Lawsuit, Dozens Of Jobs Now At Risk
A federal judge is keeping in place a law that will impact blind and visually impaired workers in the Triad.