Rarely Used ‘Discharge Petition’ in Play to Limit Shutdown
Moderate Republicans are working with Democrats on a rarely used procedure to shorten a near-certain U.S. government shutdown and protect themselves from the anticipated backlash.
UPS Looks to Add 100,000 Workers for the Holidays
UPS Inc. said Sept. 26 it plans to hire more than 100,000 seasonal workers for the peak holiday shipping season this year.
Diesel Price Drops 4.7¢ to $4.586 a Gallon
The national average diesel price paused from its recent surge, falling back 4.7 cents to settle at $4.586 a gallon, according to Energy Information Administration data released Se
Ford Pauses Construction of Michigan Battery Plant
Ford Motor Co. is halting construction of a $3.5 billion battery plant in Michigan that drew scrutiny from Republican lawmakers for its ties to a Chinese battery maker.
Freight Brokers Adjust as Market Power Swings to Shippers
Throughout the pandemic-influenced years of 2020 through 2022, third-party logistics providers and freight brokers assuaged shippers by simply locating a truck for their freight.
Congressional Leaders Working to Avert Shutdown
WASHINGTON — When the clock strikes midnight Oct. 1, the federal government is bound to experience a partial shutdown if Congress doesn’t sign off on legislation that would do
Crossword Puzzle Solution for September 25, 2023
Here’s the solution to the crossword puzzle found in the September 25, 2023 print edition.
$1.4 Billion Committed to Rail Safety, Supply Chain Boost
WASHINGTON — The Biden administration announced Sept. 25 that it has awarded more than $1.4 billion to projects that improve railway safety and boost capacity.
Canadian Autoworkers Ratify New Labor Agreement With Ford
Canadian autoworkers ratified a new labor agreement with Ford Motor Co. on Sept. 24, averting a threatened strike and potentially setting a precedent that could play out in the U.S
Buttigieg Says Both UAW, Big Three Automakers Can Win
The United Auto Workers and Detroit’s Big Three can all notch wins in contract negotiations, with workers securing strong raises while the carmakers keep thriving, Pete Buttigieg