Private payrolls up 184,000 last month, according to ADP
Most of the growth came from companies that employ more than 50 workers, with small businesses adding just 16,000 to the total.
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Tropicana Las Vegas shuts down, employees say goodbye
The doors were permanently locked forever on Tuesday. It was a very emotional scene outside the main entrance, as employees waved signs and handed out tissue.
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Tesla shares fall, reports drop in vehicle deliveries
Tesla’s published report showing that deliveries fell 8.5% from the same period last year, and about 20% from the fourth quarter, falling below even the lowest analyst estimate.
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Owner of a cat and coffee house showcases cats looking for a good home
The owner of the cafe, Shelli Schuppel, has partnered with the Eau Claire County Humane Association to feature cats that are up for adoption.
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New Jersey business employs people with autism
Products with a purpose. Beloved Bath’s candles, lotions, and soaps are manufactured, labeled, packaged, and shipped by people with autism.
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Las Vegas casino holds final night for guests and fans
It’s the last night for a decades-old Las Vegas landmark as the Tropicana Hotel and Casino is shutting down to make room for a new stadium for the Oakland A’s.
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Powerball jackpot reaches $1 billion ahead of Monday’s drawing
Monday night’s Powerball lottery jackpot is no joke as officials say the estimated grand prize has reached $1 billion, with a cash payout of about $483.8 million.
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How to be safe ahead of next week’s solar eclipse
You can seriously damage your eyes by looking directly at the sun during a solar eclipse, and regular sunglasses and 3D glasses won’t cut it. And now, astronomer and CUNY professor, Dr. Emily Rice shares tips on how to properly view the eclipse.
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What to know about AT&T data breach
If you think you’ve been hacked, experts say to reset your password, ask a credit reporting agency to put a fraud alert on your account, and consider a credit freeze to block someone from opening a credit card in your name.
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Price of gold hits new record high ahead of interest rate cut
The price of gold has hit a new all-time high at just over $2,262 per ounce. The increase is being largely driven by expectations that the Federal Reserve will announce an interest rate cut in June.
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California workers to see wages increase to $20-an-hour
Beginning Monday, about 500,000 workers in California will see their wages increase as a new $20-an-hour minimum wage for fast-food employees goes into effect.
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More than a billion dollars in federal tax refunds unclaimed
It involves refunds for the tax filing year 2020 during the pandemic when filers got an extension. The IRS says hundreds of thousands of people didn’t file their 2020 returns, and didn’t get their refunds.
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Secretary of Transportation on Baltimore bridge collapse, Boeing and air travel
Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg spoke with Ed O’Keefe on Face the Nation Sunday on the Baltimore bridge collapse, leadership changes at Boeing, issues with air travel, and whether he would run for preisdent again one day.
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Kia recalls 427,000 Telluride SUVs due to rolling away while parked
Kia says the shaft components on the affected vehicles may not be fully engaged. Model years 2020-2024 are affected.
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AT&T investigates data leak on the dark web
The leak happened about two weeks ago. The telecommunications company says it appears to involve data from 2019 or earlier.
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Apply to T-Mobile’s Hometown grant!
T-Mobile launched the Hometown Grant Program as part of its commitment to give back to small cities and rural towns across America.
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McDonald’s to sell Krispy Kreme donuts at their restaurants
The addition of a Krispy Kreme donut to the McDonald’s customer’s breakfast order started as a test at 160 restaurants in Kentucky. A phased rollout begins later this year.
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Yuma Jersey Mike’s Subs locations to donate all sales to local charities
Head on over to any Jersey Mike’s Subs location in Yuma on Wednesday to grab a sub, and 100 percent of your purchase will go towards local charities.
Continue Reading How to watch the solar eclipse in April safely
The Great American Eclipse will be here on April 8. Keep in mind it’s only safe to look at the sun during totality, which only makes up a few minutes of the eclipse.
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Arizona senators announce investments for small businesses, health centers, and more
In a press release, the investment will support “small businesses, wildfire and flood prevention, a stronger microchip manufacturing workforce, increased access to life-saving cancer treatment, increased access to rural health care, and more.”
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