Powell faces lawmakers’ skepticism on some Fed aid programs
WASHINGTON — Chairman Jerome Powell today defended the Federal Reserve’s efforts to support the economy during the pandemic-induced recession from assertions that its programs bungled…
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General Mills: Fiscal 1st quarter earnings snapshot
MINNEAPOLIS — General Mills Inc. today reported fiscal first-quarter earnings of $638.9 million. The company said it had profit of $1.03 per share. Earnings, adjusted…
Pilgrim’s Pride CEO, indicted on price fixing counts, is out
GREELEY, Colo. — Pilgrim’s Pride has replaced its CEO as he prepares to face price fixing charges. The company announced in June that its chief…
German Cabinet approves 2021 budget with high borrowing
Germany’s Cabinet today approved a 2021 budget that foresees significant borrowing for the second consecutive year as Europe’s biggest economy tries to lessen the fallout…
Late-stage study of first single-shot vaccine begins in U.S.
Johnson & Johnson is beginning a huge final study to try to prove if a single-dose COVID-19 vaccine can protect against the virus. The study…
Mars drops Uncle Ben’s, reveals new name for rice brand
NEW YORK — The Uncle Ben’s rice brand is getting a new name: Ben’s Original. Parent firm Mars Inc. unveiled the change today for the…
Galena extends outdoor restaurant seating to end of October
GALENA, Ill. — The City of Galena has extended the period it will allow outdoor dining downtown. City Council members recently unanimously approved extending the…
2 out-of-state greyhound owners banned from racing in Dubuque after investigation
A pair of out-of-state dog owners have been suspended from participating in races at Iowa Greyhound Park after an investigation revealed they were using banned…
Reasons for optimism: Local farmers benefit from good weather, improved markets, government aid
For area farmers, the past few years largely have been defined by the troubles they have faced: prolonged trade wars, uncooperative weather and, most recently,…
AP-NORC poll: Views of economy stabilize as election nears
WASHINGTON — Most Americans view the nation’s economic situation as bleak, but a rising percentage also see signs of stability six weeks before Election Day…