Tuesday’s reports on job openings and factory orders may have heightened recession fears.
Allison Busemeyer
Webby nominees announced
The awards recognize the best internet content and creators.
Yiyun Li’s ‘Book of Goose’ wins PEN/Faulkner award
The author of novels and story collections will receive $15,000.
New IRS leader promises faster, easier tax filing process
Danny Werfel also pledges not to expand tax audits on businesses and households making less than $400,000 per year.
Kentucky bourbon-makers toast bill phasing out barrel tax
But some local governments that rely on the money are left with a bitter taste.
Factory explosion survivor – on fire – fell into chocolate vat
She says she spent the next nine hours screaming for help and waiting for rescue.
At least 8 migrants die trying to cross from Canada into U.S.
A man – who was last seen operating a boat found next to the bodies – remains missing.
Baldwin co-defendant gets probation on gun charge
David Halls is convicted of unsafe handling of a firearm.
Florida teen’s documentary on trans visibility premieres
The film interweaves perspectives from three young transgender people, mental health providers, advocates and allies.
EPA approves California rules phasing out diesel trucks
The announcement comes as advocates push for more ambitious tailpipe emissions standards in other states and at the national level.