ECONOMICS NEWS

Orlando city leaders to discuss boundary expansions to CRA
The proposed expansion includes 47 acres surrounding Camping World Stadium.

Source: Emma Delamo
Saturday, Feb 07 2026

Hims & Hers drops plan for knockoff of Novo Nordisk's new Wegovy weight loss pill
Telehealth company Hims & Hers dropped its plan to offer a knockoff version of the weight-loss pill Wegovy on Saturday — two days after it announced the new drug

Source: Associated Press
Saturday, Feb 07 2026

Italian police fire tear gas as protesters clash near Winter Olympics hockey venue
Italian police have used tear gas and a water cannon on protesters near a Winter Olympics venue

Source: Associated Press
Saturday, Feb 07 2026

Syria and Saudi Arabia sign multibillion-dollar investment deals to boost economy
Syria and Saudi Arabia have signed multibillion-dollar investment agreements, including a major telecommunications project and a low-cost joint airline

Source: Associated Press
Saturday, Feb 07 2026

Small businesses ask for more support in difficult winter weather
The Coffee Exchange was closed seven of 11 days due to snow and a water main break

Source: Katie Kapusta
Saturday, Feb 07 2026

Reporting on itself: 'Today' keeps it low-key in covering search for Savannah Guthrie's mother
It's frequently a challenge for a news organization to cover a story that involves itself, or one of its employees

Source: Associated Press
Saturday, Feb 07 2026

New York lawmakers introduce 3-year moratorium on data center construction
The New York Independent System Operator's interconnection queue gets very busy.

Source: Susan Arbetter
Friday, Feb 06 2026

US stocks soar to their best day since May as the Dow tops 50,000 and bitcoin stops plunging
The U.S. stock market roared back, as technology stocks recovered much of their losses from earlier in the week and bitcoin halted its plunge, at least for now

Source: Associated Press
Friday, Feb 06 2026

Bars brace for college basketball fans and Super Bowl crowds
The National Retail Federation projects more than 18 million people will watch the big game at restaurants or pubs.

Source: Sasha Strong
Friday, Feb 06 2026

U.S. stocks soar to their best day since May as the Dow tops 50,000 for first time
And bitcoin halted its plunge, at least for now.

Source: Associated Press
Friday, Feb 06 2026

Uber found liable in sexual assault case and ordered to pay $8.5 million
A federal jury has ordered Uber to pay $8.5 million to a woman who says an Uber driver raped her during a 2023 trip

Source: Associated Press
Friday, Feb 06 2026

New York warns Super Bowl bettors about unregulated platforms
Attorney General Letitia James says some online betting sites lack basic consumer protections and may operate illegally in New York.

Source: Sergio Cruel
Friday, Feb 06 2026

Some outdoor events canceled, Seneca Park Zoo closing due to extreme weather
Nearly every county in the Rochester region is expected to experience high winds and see several inches of snowfall.

Source: Spectrum News Staff
Friday, Feb 06 2026

Japanese-based Kirin announces deal to sell the Four Roses bourbon brand to wine giant Gallo
Wine giant Gallo says it plans to add a prominent Kentucky bourbon brand to its portfolio in a deal to purchase Four Roses Distillery from Japanese-based Kirin

Source: Associated Press
Friday, Feb 06 2026

This year's Super Bowl ad trends? Over-the-top funny and heartfelt
A 30-second spot costs a record $8 million this year, so companies have a lot on the line.

Source: Ariel Wesler
Friday, Feb 06 2026

Meet the man behind the Super Bowl's annual confetti blizzard
Noah Winter has attended more Super Bowls than Tom Brady, but not as a player

Source: Associated Press
Friday, Feb 06 2026

Wells Fargo to lay off more than 100 North Carolina employees
Wells Fargo, one of North Carolina's largest employers, plans to lay off more than 100 employees at its Raleigh corporate office.

Source: Blair Hamilton
Friday, Feb 06 2026

Evers orders Wisconsin Burger King operator to pay $237,000 for child labor violations
Cave Enterprises, which operates 105 Burger King franchises in the state, made nearly 2,000 child labor violations.

Source: Rachel Ryan, Natalie Sopyla
Friday, Feb 06 2026

St. Pete track build on 1.8-mile Grand Prix street course begins Monday
Officials say it will take crews about 15-16 days to complete the track build for the Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg.

Source: Angie Angers
Friday, Feb 06 2026

Eminent domain hearing coming for Shoppingtown Mall project
Onondaga County bought the property for $3.5 million in 2020.

Source: Spectrum News Staff
Friday, Feb 06 2026

Whether by takeout or dine in, local Maine bars look to score touchdown on Super Bowl Sunday
Even with the Patriots in the big game, local bar owners say it can be an unpredictable day for business.

Source: Susan Cover
Friday, Feb 06 2026

EU accuses TikTok of 'addictive design' that harms children, seeks changes to protect users
The European Union accuses TikTok of breaching digital rules with features like autoplay and infinite scroll

Source: Associated Press
Friday, Feb 06 2026

'A little bit of the southern comfort': Flavors of the South find a home in Wisconsin at Wilder's Bistro
Chef Terrance Wilder said many of the dishes pay homage to Mississippi, where his grandparents are from.

Source: Nathan Phelps
Friday, Feb 06 2026

Security deposit dispute spirals into yearslong case
One housing expert said it's common for landlords to use the resources they have available to them to keep security deposits.

Source: D'Quan Lee
Friday, Feb 06 2026

EU accuses TikTok of 'addictive design' and seeks changes to protect users
The European Union accuses TikTok of breaching digital rules with features like autoplay and infinite scroll

Source: Associated Press
Friday, Feb 06 2026

Losses could top 35% after cold snap hits Clermont's Southern Hill Farms, owner says
Southern Hill Farms owner David Hill says the cold killed his entire sunflower crop, and damaged numerous others.

Source: Brandon Spencer
Friday, Feb 06 2026

Amazon's shares fall after announcing surge in capital spending but posts strong 4Q holiday sales
Amazon sales surged 14% during the fourth quarter, helped by strong holiday spending and a better-than-expected growth in its prominent cloud computing unit

Source: Associated Press
Thursday, Feb 05 2026

Haitians navigate drivers license issues following TPS ruling
Thousands of people will be impacted.

Source: Alese Underwood
Thursday, Feb 05 2026

Haitian Creole driving course remains strong in Springfield
Haitian immigrants continue to take driver's education classes in Springfield

Source: Alese Underwood
Thursday, Feb 05 2026

Hims & Hers launches Wegovy knockoff pill, Novo Nordisk vows to sue
Telehealth company Hims & Hers is launching a cheaper, off-brand version of the blockbuster weight loss pill Wegovy

Source: Associated Press
Thursday, Feb 05 2026

Bangor Mall owners ordered to pay $1.1 million if settlement is not reached
The court order on sanctions and remediation dated February 3, 2026, lists more than a dozen penalties for violations, adding up to $1,154,215.

Source: David Ledford
Thursday, Feb 05 2026

Pizza Hut closing 250 US stores as parent company considers selling the brand
Pizza Hut plans to close 250 U.S. restaurants in the first half of this year as its parent company considers a sale of the chain

Source: Associated Press
Thursday, Feb 05 2026

Check for leaks after a winter storm, Raleigh roofer advises
If your roof is not installed properly, water from melting snow and ice can lead to costly damage inside your home, a roofer says.

Source: Jatrissa Wooten
Thursday, Feb 05 2026

Anthropic, OpenAI rivalry spills into new Super Bowl ads as both fight to win over AI users
OpenAI and Anthropic, the startups behind ChatGPT and Claude, are gearing up for a major showdown

Source: Associated Press
Thursday, Feb 05 2026

Backorder of car parts causes delay in repairs
We all know the hassle of getting a car repaired but some repairs are taking a lot longer than others.

Source: Rose Todd
Thursday, Feb 05 2026

Defense bill passes, sending millions to Maine
The annual bill usually allocates funding to military manufacturers in Maine.

Source: Sean Murphy
Thursday, Feb 05 2026

New Rockwell Automation manufacturing site will be built in New Berlin
The company had previously announced the site in November of last year.

Source: Rachel Ryan
Thursday, Feb 05 2026

Boar's Head reopens Virginia deli meat plant tied to deadly listeria outbreak
Company and federal officials said the Boar's Head deli meat plant tied to a deadly 2024 listeria food poisoning outbreak is back in business

Source: Associated Press
Thursday, Feb 05 2026

Boar's Head reopens Virginia deli meat plant tied to deadly listeria outbreak
Company and federal officials said the Boar's Head deli meat plant tied to a deadly 2024 listeria food poisoning outbreak is back in business

Source: Associated Press
Thursday, Feb 05 2026

US job openings fall to 6.5 million, fewest since 2020, as labor market remains sluggish
U.S. job openings fell to the lowest level in more than five years, another sign that the American labor market remains sluggish

Source: Associated Press
Thursday, Feb 05 2026

Big Tech stocks pull Wall Street lower again
Falling technology stocks are dragging the U.S. market lower again, while prices for bitcoin, silver and gold fall sharply

Source: Associated Press
Thursday, Feb 05 2026

U.S. applications for jobless benefits jump by 22,000 to 231,000 last week, the most in 2 months
Applications for jobless aid for the week ending Jan. 31 rose by 22,000 to 231,000 from the previous week, the Labor Department reported Thursday.

Source: Associated Press
Thursday, Feb 05 2026

US applications for jobless benefits jump by 22,000 to 231,000 last week, the most in 2 months.
The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits jumped last week but remains in the same historically low range of the past few years

Source: Associated Press
Thursday, Feb 05 2026

Goodyear closing Findlay facility, laying off 85 workers
The facility, located at 2025 Production Drive, is set to close by March 31, according to the notice.

Source: Lydia Taylor
Thursday, Feb 05 2026

Bank of England stands pat on interest rates, but cuts expected ahead
The Bank of England is keeping its main interest rate unchanged at 3.75% with U.K. inflation remaining above target and economic growth is showing signs of picking up

Source: Associated Press
Thursday, Feb 05 2026

Florida Commissioner of Agriculture says cold caused up to $1.5 billion in crop damages
Florida Agriculture Commissioner Wilton Simpson said early assessments show farmers lost anywhere from $500 million to $1.5 billion in the cold snap.

Source: Sarah Blazonis
Thursday, Feb 05 2026

Some Wisconsin nonprofits face funding challenges, uncertainty in new year
Nonprofit organizations around the state face less certain funding streams.

Source: Nathan Phelps
Thursday, Feb 05 2026

Pause or move forward? St. Pete City Council to mull next move for Gas Plant redevelopment
The City of St. Pete has received 9 proposals from developers on possible plans for the 86-acre historic Gas Plant District.

Source: Angie Angers
Thursday, Feb 05 2026

California not doing enough to protect job loss from AI, labor unions say
Many business leaders say it will lead to a huge displacement of jobs.

Source: Jamie Kennedy
Wednesday, Feb 04 2026

Freeze costs Volusia fern farm a quarter of its crop
Mature ferns survived, but younger plants suffered the most damage.

Source: Ashley Engle
Wednesday, Feb 04 2026

Renters use 'rent now, pay later' services to manage monthly payments, but fees raise concerns
Renters facing high costs are turning to "rent now, pay later" services like Flex, Livble, and Affirm

Source: Associated Press
Wednesday, Feb 04 2026

Musk vows to put data centers in space and run them on solar power but experts have their doubts
Elon Musk is bringing the same revolutionary thinking that helped him upend the car industry to the data center business with promises this week to put up to a million new satellites in the sky

Source: Associated Press
Wednesday, Feb 04 2026

More drops for technology stocks weigh on Wall Street
More drops for technology stocks weighed on Wall Street

Source: Associated Press
Wednesday, Feb 04 2026

Google's quarterly results paint a picture of an internet powerhouse getting stronger in AI age
Google’s latest quarterly report provided further evidence that its internet empire is withstanding an artificial intelligence shakeup that’s turning into another potential boon for the company

Source: Associated Press
Wednesday, Feb 04 2026

N.Y. state DEC lays out possible changes to regulations for sewage sludge on farmland
Part of the proposed changes would alter the limits on what can be grown in fields that have been used for land spreading.

Source: Emily Kenny
Wednesday, Feb 04 2026

New revised site plans for Chobani processing facility in Rome approved
Approved changes include moving the facility further away from homes in the area, imposing a speed limit on the site, and more.

Source: Spectrum News Staff
Wednesday, Feb 04 2026

Commissioners agree to move Rays' Hillsborough College stadium talks forward
But some commissioners expressed more enthusiasm than others.

Source: Josh Rojas
Wednesday, Feb 04 2026

Musk vows to put data centers in space and run them on solar power but experts have their doubts
Elon Musk vowed this week to upend another industry just as he did with cars and rockets — and once again he's taking on long odds.

Source: Associated Press
Wednesday, Feb 04 2026

Cedar Point, Kings Island to hire thousands for 2026 season
Ohio’s Six Flags Entertainment amusement parks are looking to fill their seasonal positions

Source: Madison MacArthur
Wednesday, Feb 04 2026

Austin staple Little Mexico to close after nearly 40 years
The restaurant's owner, Rosa Martinez, has decided to retire.

Source: Mike D'Alonzo
Wednesday, Feb 04 2026

50,000-square-foot expansion announced for Tampa's International Mall
The mall is one of three in the country that Simon will redevelop as part of a $250 million project. The others are in Nashville and Denver.

Source: Spectrum News Staff
Wednesday, Feb 04 2026

Senate Bill 348 would mandate bars, restaurants have date rape drug testing devices for customers
The bill would require bars and restaurants to have date rape drug testing devices for customers, either for free or at wholesale cost.

Source: Cody Thompson
Wednesday, Feb 04 2026

Osteria 166 to transition to new concept, new location
The restaurant will end service at 166 Franklin Street in March and will then move to Ulrich’s 1868 Tavern at 674 Ellicott Street later this year.

Source: Brian Campbell
Wednesday, Feb 04 2026

Texas Instruments to acquire Austin-based Silicon Laboratories
The two Texas companies will come together after a $7.5 billion buyout.

Source: Mike D'Alonzo
Wednesday, Feb 04 2026

Washington Post eliminates sports department and reduces overseas journalists, AP source says
The troubled Washington Post has begun implementing large-scale cutbacks, including eliminating its sports department and shrinking the number of journalists it stations overseas

Source: Associated Press
Wednesday, Feb 04 2026

'They haven't fallen on deaf ears': Wisconsin officials discuss concerns as data centers grow
Around 40 data centers are currently built or planned in Wisconsin, with some expressing worry over cost and energy use.

Source: Blake Dietz
Wednesday, Feb 04 2026

Edmunds puts sedans Nissan Sentra and Toyota Corolla to the test
With average new car prices nearing $50,000, the Toyota Corolla and Nissan Sentra remain vital, affordable entry-level options

Source: Associated Press
Wednesday, Feb 04 2026

China to ban hidden door handles on cars starting 2027
China has moved to ban hidden door handles on cars, commonly seen on Tesla vehicles, starting next year

Source: Associated Press
Wednesday, Feb 04 2026

Through the freeze: Kannapolis store stays open in historic snow
While others closed, one Kannapolis store stayed open in the historic snow over the weekend.

Source: Jordan Kudisch
Tuesday, Feb 03 2026

Newsom says California Jobs First plan has created 61,000 jobs
Since early 2025, the governor said $1.6 billion has been invested in plans aimed at creating jobs and sustainable economic growth.

Source: Jo Kwon
Tuesday, Feb 03 2026

Sullivan County Chamber of Commerce gets new CEO
Matthew Sush will lead the chamber, after previously working at local Jeff Bank.

Source: John Camera
Tuesday, Feb 03 2026

With caviar McNuggets and heart-shaped pizza, fast food chains hope to win Valentine's diners
It’s a tale as old as time, or at least as old as TikTok: chicken nuggets lovingly topped with a dab of caviar

Source: Associated Press
Tuesday, Feb 03 2026

Paris prosecutors raid X offices as part of investigation into child abuse images and deepfakes
French prosecutors have raided the offices of social media platform X as part of a preliminary investigation into allegations that include spreading child sexual abuse images and deepfakes

Source: Associated Press
Tuesday, Feb 03 2026

Gov. DeSantis, MLB commissioner, others lend support to Rays' stadium proposal
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, with key players in the Rays stadium pursuit in attendance, spoke on the benefits the project could bring to the region.

Source: Spectrum News Staff
Tuesday, Feb 03 2026

Ports in eastern Wisconsin are the focus of $7.5 million in harbor assistance grants
More than $7.5 million in harbor improvements expected through state program.

Source: Nathan Phelps
Tuesday, Feb 03 2026

Local sales tax collections in New York grew 4.5% in 2025, report says
Growth was higher than the 3.8% average annual growth rate following the Great Recession and before the COVID-19 pandemic.

Source: Luke Parsnow
Tuesday, Feb 03 2026

New wildfire-prepared community peaks interest of insurance companies
Many in high wildfire-risk areas struggle to get property insurance.

Source: Jamie Kennedy
Tuesday, Feb 03 2026

After 11 inches of snow, western North Carolina restaurants reopen using the supplies they have
Ilda in Sylva and Foragers Restaurant and Bar work to clear their sidewalks and parking lot so people can come in for a bite after the snow storm.

Source: Jordan Grantz
Tuesday, Feb 03 2026

SBA says legal permanent residents will be ineligible for its loan program, effective March 1.
The Small Business Administration said in a policy note that green card holders won’t be allowed to apply for SBA loans, effective March 1

Source: Associated Press
Tuesday, Feb 03 2026

Siemens Energy announces $64M investment in Painted Post factory
The factory manufactures compressors and replacement parts that help keep energy of all types flowing through pipelines across the country.

Source: Adriana Loh, Spectrum News Staff
Tuesday, Feb 03 2026

The wealthy ramp up spending while other Americans tread water, new study finds
Higher-income Americans and those with college degrees have ramped up their spending more quickly in the past three years than lower-income households and those without college diplomas, according to new data released Tuesday, evidence of worsening inequality amid overall growth that may explain some of the negative sentiment around the economy

Source: Associated Press
Tuesday, Feb 03 2026

Dine LA Restaurant Week continues, with oyster offerings and more
Two participating restaurants joined "Your Morning" to offer a taste of what's on their menus.

Source: Your Morning Staff
Tuesday, Feb 03 2026

After years of speculation, Bass Pro Shops set to finally open location in Victor
The 90,000-square-foot outpost is expected to open late this year — but it has taken a decade to get to this point.

Source: Keegan Trunick
Tuesday, Feb 03 2026

Disney parks chief D'Amaro named to succeed Bob Iger as CEO
Disney has named its parks chief Josh D’Amaro to succeed Bob Iger as the entertainment giant’s top executive.

Source: Associated Press
Tuesday, Feb 03 2026

Dayton City Commission closes energy deal with Gem City Solar
Turner-Sloss said the agreement could save residents millions of dollars.

Source: Ryan Johnston
Tuesday, Feb 03 2026

Henderson County celebrates coal comeback with underground mine
Judge-Executive Brad Schneider pointed to recent cold snaps that exposed power grid vulnerabilities, arguing coal provides affordable baseload power.

Source: Sam Knef
Tuesday, Feb 03 2026

Disney parks chief Amaro named to succeed Bob Iger as CEO
Disney is naming parks chief Josh D’Amaro as its next CEO, succeeding Bob Iger

Source: Associated Press
Tuesday, Feb 03 2026

Encore Store provides free clothing and a fresh start to those in need
For many people, coming home from prison and starting over can be one of the hardest challenges they face.

Source: Emani Payne
Tuesday, Feb 03 2026

Robotaxi pioneer Waymo gets $16 billion injection to accelerate its expansion plans
The appraisal underscores investors' desire to own a piece of the rapidly expanding robotaxi market.

Source: Associated Press
Tuesday, Feb 03 2026

PayPal replaces CEO Chriss with HP's Lores
PayPal is replacing CEO Alex Chriss with Enrique Lores, saying that the pace of change and execution at the company has not met board expectations over the past two years

Source: Associated Press
Tuesday, Feb 03 2026

Skimming devices removed from Ohio businesses during operation
In 2025, there were more than 400 illegal skimming devices found during similar operations.

Source: Lydia Taylor
Tuesday, Feb 03 2026

Multibillion-dollar data center to be built in Genesee County
The site is proposed to consist of three buildings making up a 2.2 million square foot data center campus.

Source: Spectrum News Staff
Tuesday, Feb 03 2026

Tampa Sports Authority expected to request economic impact study for a new Rays' stadium
A proposed stadium in Tampa would carry a price tag of $2.3 billion, half of which would be paid for by the Rays.

Source: Jason Lanning
Tuesday, Feb 03 2026

PepsiCo reports strong Q4 revenue with price hikes offsetting falling demand
PepsiCo reported higher-than-expected revenue in the fourth quarter as higher prices and improved productivity overcame continued weakness in North American demand for its snacks and drinks

Source: Associated Press
Tuesday, Feb 03 2026

Czech government faces no-confidence vote in Parliament over a dispute with the president
The Czech Republic's coalition government of populist Prime Minister Andrej Babiš faces a no-confidence vote over a dispute with President Petr Pavel

Source: Associated Press
Tuesday, Feb 03 2026

Czech government faces no-confidence vote in Parliament over a dispute with the president
The Czech Republic's coalition government of populist Prime Minister Andrej Babiš faces a no-confidence vote over a dispute with President Petr Pavel

Source: Associated Press
Tuesday, Feb 03 2026

Why China is building so many coal plants despite its solar and wind boom
China has significantly increased its coal power capacity, reviving concerns about its climate-changing carbon emissions

Source: Associated Press
Tuesday, Feb 03 2026

Australia's central bank raises interest rate to 3.85% after 3 cuts
Australia’s central bank has lifted its benchmark interest rate by a quarter percentage point to 3.85%, after three rate cuts last year and as inflation surges

Source: Associated Press
Monday, Feb 02 2026

Barbecue restaurant hoping to bounce back after winter storm
A Lexington restaurant is trying to move forward after being sandwiched by winter storms.

Source: Zach Tucker
Monday, Feb 02 2026

Concord business grateful for customers after snow storm
Nearby businesses remain closed and parking lots still empty. It’s an area usually full of people, but right now it stays quiet.

Source: Arin Cotel-Altman
Monday, Feb 02 2026