U.S. consumer price growth slowed last month, though underlying inflation measures stayed high
WASHINGTON — Consumer prices in the United States cooled last month, rising just 0.1% from April to May and extending the past year’s steady easing…
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Stellantis recalling over 354,000 Jeeps worldwide; rear coil springs can detach while they’re moving
DETROIT — Stellantis is recalling more than 354,000 Jeeps worldwide because the rear coil springs can fall off while they’re being driven. The recall covers…
Cases of check fraud escalate dramatically, with Americans warned not to mail checks if possible
NEW YORK — Check fraud is back in a big way, fueled by a rise in organized crime that is forcing small businesses and individuals…
Once a reliable cash cow, Amazon’s cloud business slows as companies pull back on service
NEW YORK — When the pandemic hit three years ago, Amazon was one of the few businesses that thrived. Customers flocked to the online commerce…
Microsoft’s media literacy program aims to empower internet users and combat online misinformation
WASHINGTON — People are hungry for accurate and reliable information online and may just need help to find it, according to a new media literacy…
Biz Buzz: Hydroponics, gardening business opens Dubuque location; Family practice opens in Peosta; Kieler business moving to new space
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Insider: Expedia CEO talks about his company, travel demand, high prices, his compensation
Online travel agency Expedia Group is benefitting as Americans continue to make up for trips they skipped during the worst of the pandemic, and Wall…
Stock market today: Wall Street drifts ahead of Fed, inflation data
NEW YORK — Stocks are drifting on Wall Street Monday ahead of a big week for central banks and interest rates around the world. The…
Jeffrey Epstein victims settle sex trafficking lawsuit against JPMorgan for $290 million
JPMorgan Chase announced a tentative $290 million settlement Monday with the victims of Jeffrey Epstein who had accused the bank of being the financial conduit…
The Great Grift: How billions in COVID-19 relief aid was stolen or wasted
WASHINGTON — Much of the theft was brazen, even simple. Fraudsters used the Social Security numbers of dead people and federal prisoners to get unemployment…