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Inflation moderated in July but prices are still rising in America

Higher prices have been the pandemic recovery's collateral damage. Even though Washington insists higher inflation may just be temporary, America's prices keep rising — albeit at a slightly slower pace.

Barbie condemned after releasing 'inclusive' Tokyo Olympics collection without visible Asian representation

America's most popular fashion doll Barbie has received widespread criticism on social media for not featuring an Asian Barbie in their collection dedicated to the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games.

Biden struggles to find a permanent FDA chief as agency nears approval of Covid-19 vaccine

The US Food and Drug Administration is on the cusp of approving the nation's first Covid-19 vaccine without a permanent leader at the helm, and a nomination doesn't appear to be in sight.

Senate Democrats approve $3.5 trillion budget resolution in key step toward passing major economic package without GOP votes

Senate Democrats approved a $3.5 trillion budget resolution early Wednesday morning, setting the stage in the weeks and months to come for the party to craft and attempt to pass a sweeping economic package expanding the social safety net that …

Wildland firefighters could get $20,000 raise from infrastructure bill

Federal wildland firefighters, who currently make as little as $13.45 an hour, could get a long-awaited pay raise if the bipartisan infrastructure package making its way through Congress eventually gets to President Joe Biden's desk.

A nationwide emergency alerts test is the reason you might be hearing alarms coming from your phone or TV

When alarm noises start coming from your radio, television, or cell phone, don't worry.

ICE to avoid arrest and deportation of undocumented victims of crime under new policy

Immigration and Customs Enforcement will avoid arresting or deporting undocumented immigrants who are victims of crime, except in exceptional circumstances, according to a new directive.

Booker, Tuberville spar over measure to 'defund the police' in late-night vote-a-rama drama

Hours into the Senate's marathon overnight vote-a-rama, Sen. Tommy Tuberville wanted to send a message.

Biden says slowing inflation is a sign that his economic plan is working

President Joe Biden said Wednesday that a series of economic reports released in recent days, including one on inflation released earlier in the day, show his plans for the American economy are working.

House Democrats can get some of Trump's tax records from accounting firm Mazars USA, judge rules

The US House should be able to access some of Donald Trump's tax records through a subpoena to his accounting firm Mazars USA, a federal judge in Washington, DC, ruled on Wednesday.

Here's why now is one of the most dangerous times of the pandemic for children, expert says

Students heading back to the classroom for the new school year will be contending with one of the most dangerous times in the pandemic for children. And officials will have to consider many measures to keep them safe from Covid-19, …

'Democracy will be on the ballot': Secretary of state races emerge as newest US political flashpoint

Republicans and Democrats are gearing up for expensive battles to influence a crop of contests next year that often go unnoticed: secretary of state races.

Andrew Cuomo is not out of legal jeopardy yet

New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo may still face consequences for his alleged sexual harassment of multiple women even though he has announced he is stepping down as governor in two weeks.

New Custom Built Houston Fire Department Ladder 28 In Service

A new custom built ladder truck has been placed into service at Fire Station 28 in southwest Houston.

Mayor Turner launches the Bethune Empowerment Center revitalization project with Communities for Better Health as its first tenant

On Saturday, August 7, Mayor Sylvester Turner announced the official launch of the Bethune Empowerment Center in Acres Home and its first tenant, Communities for Better Health.