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These companies said they will raise prices in response to Trumps tariffs

Saturday, April 19 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- President Donald Trump this month slapped tariffs on most products that enter the United States. Economists widely expect the policy to raise prices for U.S. shoppers as importers pass along a share of the tax burden.An across-the-board 10% tariff applies to... Read More.

Over $230,000 Dollars Granted To Area Fire/Ems Companies

Monday, February 17 by wcednews

UNDATED - 20 area fire departments have been awarded thousands of dollars in grant monies, totaling over $230,000 dollars.According to State Representative Mike Armanini, this funding will support multiple projects like facility upgrades, equipment purchases, training, and debt reduction across the 75th district.The grant... Read More.

These companies are sticking with DEI amid backlash

Friday, January 24 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- While some companies are steering away from diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies, others are sticking with their previous commitments.Leaders at Goldman Sachs, Costco and JPMorgan Chase & Co have recently spoken out in support of their diversity programs, as anti-DEI... Read More.

Companies weighing how to delete now-defunct Redboxs DVD vending machines

Friday, October 11 by ABC News

The DVD rental company Redbox is no more — but unfortunately, its more than 20,000 DVD vending machines still are, and that's causing a pricey problem for the stores in front of which they're parked. At issue: The 890-pound, movies-stuffed boxes aren't easy to remove.Read More.

Nutrition companies, parents clash in court over cause of infant intestinal disease

Monday, July 8 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Chance Dean was alive for just 25 days.Yet his tragic story has reverberated in hospitals around the country, impacted the stock price of two multinational corporations, and ignited a high-stakes legal clash over a pernicious disease that kills hundreds of babies... Read More.

Supreme Court rejects challenge to Biden admin contact with social media companies

Wednesday, June 26 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- The Supreme Court on Wednesday rejected a First Amendment challenge to the Biden administration's communication with social media companies in an effort to remove misinformation on the platforms about COVID-19 and the 2020 election.The 6-3 opinion was authored by Justice Amy Coney... Read More.

Supreme Court rejects challenge to Biden admins contact with social media companies

Wednesday, June 26 by ABC News

Companies behind Hershey and Cadbury chocolate signal possible price hikes amid cocoa cost surge

Tuesday, March 19 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Easter is on the horizon, but the price of chocolate may leave a bitter aftertaste for some people leading up to the sweet holiday.Two popular chocolate brands recently indicated they may raise prices on products again due to the rising cost... Read More.

Does a four-day workweek work? Companies share results after one year

Friday, March 1 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Do fewer working hours boost a company's overall productivity? A recent study out of the United Kingdom suggests the four-day workweek model benefits businesses and employees alike.One year after 61 U.K. companies opted to participate in a four-day week pilot study,... Read More.

Clearfield County Fire, Ambulance Companies Receive Grants

Friday, March 1 by Justice Williams

HARRISBURG – Multiple fire and ambulance companies in Clearfield County will be receiving public safety grants from the state’s Emergency Management Agency. Receiving grants between $13,000 and $54,000 are the fire departments of Clearfield, Curwensville, Lawrence Township, Grampian, Hyde, and Mahaffey. Grants were also awarded to... Read More.