Chuck E. Cheese opening chain aimed at adults
Chuck E. Cheese isn’t just where a kid can be a kid anymore.
Study finds benefits of four-day work week
If you’re a fan of long weekends, maybe you can convince your job that there are actual benefits of a shorter workweek.
Economists raise alarm over economy
The job market is continuing to chug along despite uncertainty about the economy and how President Donald Trump’s tariffs could shake out.
Officials: At least 27 people are dead in Texas floods as the search continues for the missing
A Texas sheriff says the deaths from flash flooding in central Texas has risen to 27 people, including nine children.
U.S. labor market surprises with 147,000 new jobs last month. Here are the big takeaways
The U.S. job market delivered another upside surprise last month, churning out a better-than-expected 147,000 jobs.
Denny's and Waffle House remove egg surcharges as prices fall
Denny’s and Waffle House have removed surcharges that the two restaurant chains added to their menus when U.S. egg prices spiked earlier in the year.
Survey: 4 North Carolina businesses voted the most investable
A new survey revealed that four North Carolina businesses were voted the most investable, according to MarketBeat.
AAA activating ‘Tow to Go’ for 4th of July weekend
AAA is activating “Tow to Go” in Charlotte for the 4th of July weekend, as the Auto Club Group prepares to assist nearly 700,000 stranded drivers this week.
AAA Warns of Common July 4th Holiday Hazards
As Americans prepare to celebrate Independence Day with backyard barbecues, fireworks displays, and poolside gatherings, AAA reminds homeowners to be mindful of potential risks that could lead to property damage or injury.
NYT: Tariffs could sharply impact 2026 fireworks celebrations
The weather in the Charlotte area is looking great for the Fourth of July, which means that the area's fireworks shows will be a go this year. But President Trump's tariffs on all goods from China includes fireworks, and there is concern about what will light up the sky next year.
UPDATE: Republican-led House gives final passage to Trump's tax bill
House Republicans have propelled President Donald Trump’s $4.5 trillion tax breaks and spending cuts bill to final congressional passage.
Michael Madsen, 'Reservoir Dogs' and 'Kill Bill' star, dies at 66
Michael Madsen, whose menacing characters in “Reservoir Dogs” and “Kill Bill” made him a standout in Quentin Tarantino’s films, has died. He was 66.
Nissan recalls more than 480,000 vehicles due to engine failure risk
Nissan is recalling more than 480,000 of its vehicles across the U.S. and Canada due to potential manufacturing defects that could cause engine failure.
Supreme Court will take up a new case about which school sports teams transgender students can join
The Supreme Court has agreed to review a case on transgender students' participation in school sports.
Ford recalls more than 200,000 vehicles over malfunctioning rearview camera
Ford Motor Co. is recalling more than 200,000 vehicles because a software defect can cause the rearview camera to fail, increasing the risk of a crash and injury.
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs is denied bail after mixed verdict clears him of top charges in sex crimes case
A judge declined Wednesday to grant bail to Sean “Diddy” Combs, potentially allowing the hip hop mogul to be freed to await sentencing in his sex crimes case.
Trump administration freezes $6B in funding for after-school, summer programs and more
Day camp providers and schools are warning that a Trump administration funding freeze could wreck summer for low-income American families and wipe out some after-school programming next year.
Microsoft announces another mass layoff
Microsoft is firing thousands of workers, its second mass layoff in months.
UPDATE: Sean “Diddy” Combs acquitted of most serious charges, convicted of a prostitution-related offense
Sean “Diddy Combs has been convicted of a prostitution-related offense but acquitted on the most serious charges at his New York trial on Wednesday.
Jury reaches verdict on 4 of 5 counts in Diddy trial, judge indicates they'll keep deliberating
The jury in Sean “Diddy” Combs’ sex trafficking trial said Tuesday that it has reached a verdict on four of five counts against the hip-hop mogul and was unable to reach a decision on the top charge, racketeering conspiracy.
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