Biden and Xi agree to meet during call that focused on tension with Taiwan, economic anxiety
Tensions over Taiwan, Russia’s war in Ukraine and clashes over the economy dominated a call between President Joe Biden and Chinese leader …
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Biden Threats to end Nord Stream 2 if Kremlin invades Ukraine
President Biden insisted Monday that the Nord Stream 2 pipeline from Russia to Germany would be brought to an end if the …
100K+ Power Outages Across US due to Izzy Storm
More than 100,000 power outages have been reported across the United States as major winter storm Izzy sweeps through parts …
Amazon Cuts Paid Leave for Sick with COVID-19
Amazon is shortening its paid leave policy for employees infected with COVID-19 following the change in quarantine guidance from the …
Candy Shortage in the US
Orders have been pouring into Andrew Schuman’s candy cane business this year, but business has been anything but sweet. “We …
Louisiana Company to Pay $43M over Spilled Oil in Gulf of Mexico
A Louisiana-based oil company will pay $43 million in civil penalties and damages and $432 million to a clean-up trust …
Business and Universities Demand Booster Shots
Businesses, employers and universities are taking the data into their own hands and requiring booster coronavirus shots. Why it matters: Three …
Biden Declares a Major Federal Disaster in Kentucky after Tornado Hit on Friday
WASHINGTON -U.S. President Joe Biden on Sunday declared a major federal disaster in Kentucky after a swarm of deadly tornadoes …
White House Blames Media
The Biden White House, plagued by low approval ratings that have weakened the president’s clout and raised fears among Democrats …
Michigan high school shooter refuses to speak to police
Michigan cops remove ARMFULS of weapons from ‘bullied’ high school shooter’s home as it’s revealed he flaunted his dad’s new …
President Biden: Arbery’s killing is a sing to keep fighting for racial justice in US
President Joe Biden said in a statement Wednesday that although the jury’s decision to convict three men of murder in …
Merck Worker Discovered Vials Labeled ‘Smallpox’ in Montco Facility but No Trace of Disease Found
Monday, November 15, according to a local TV station, a laboratory worker at a facility in Montgomery County, outside Philadelphia, …
Battle Over Biden Covid Vaccine Mandate Heads to Court
Challenges to President Joe Biden’s COVID-19 vaccine mandate for private employers will be consolidated in the U.S. 6th Circuit Court …
You can now add your COVID vaccine card to iPhone’s Apple Wallet. Here’s how to set it up
Own an iPhone? You can now keep a digital version of your COVID-19 vaccine card right in your phone’s Apple …
United States issues its 1st passport with ‘X’ gender marker
The United States has issued its first passport with an “X” gender designation — a milestone in the recognition of …
President Joe Biden Scheduled to Visit Crystal Lake, Illinois Wednesday, July 7, 2021
According to President Joe Biden’s Senior Associate Communications Director Matt Hill, the president will be visiting Crystal Lake, Illinois on …
Notable Exhibitions Happening Outside Chicago This Summer
Chicago exploded with activity last week when the city reached phase 5. It’s been a long year, and now that …
Illinois construction employment numbers surges by 4,000 in April — largest growth in the nation: AGC
Illinois construction employment has largely recovered from the pandemic, with a significant surge in hiring in April — the biggest …
The Biden administration proposes far-reaching tax overhaul
President Biden recently announced his $1.8 trillion American Families Plan (AFP), the third step in his Build Back Better policy initiative. …
Worst Cyberattack on Fuel Pipeline in US History Causes Long Lines at Gas Pumps
News Highlights of the Aftermath of the Colonial Pipeline Company Cyberattack The Colonial Pipeline transports more than 100 million gallons …
Construction employment stalls in April: Supply-chain challenges and workforce shortages undermine recovery
Construction employment was unchanged from March to April as nonresidential contractors and homebuilders alike struggled to obtain materials and find …
Facebook Oversight Board Upholds Ban on Donald Trump
Facebook’s oversight board on Wednesday, May 5, 2021 decided to uphold the company’s indefinite suspension of former U.S. President Donald …
FOP President Dan Hils Slams The View’s Joy Behar Comments After Columbus, Ohio Police-Involved Shooting
Sergeant Dan Hils, president of Cincinnati Fraternal Order of Police, discusses the officer-involved shooting in Ohio and reaction from celebrities …
Blue Angels at the SUN n’ FUN Air Show, Lakeland, Florida; First F/A-18 Super Hornet Air Show
SUN n’ FUN Aerospace Expo in Lakeland, Florida Blue Angels first F/A-18 Super Hornet appearance in an air show, Saturday, …
Manufacturing Survey Results Showing Positive Trending
The RAEDC has released the follow-up survey in March 2021 to manufacturers which will allow us to gauge the need …
Elgin Industries earns John Deere’s highest supplier rating for ninth consecutive year
Elgin Industries, a leading U.S.-based manufacturer of engine and chassis components for the original equipment and replacement markets, has earned John …
HACIA announces Jacqueline Gomez as its new executive director
The Hispanic American Construction Association (HACIA) says that Jacqueline Gomez, a seasoned leader and expert in business diversity and inclusion programs, …
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