Savannah Peters

The World Economic Forum's new report identifies a long list of interconnected economic threats that could feed off of and worsen each other. But there is a caveat.

The Federal Trade Commission's proposed ban on noncompete agreements would affect many workers in sectors like fast food and retail, where these agreements can be a cheap way of retaining employees.

Private-sector wages are up about 5% over the past year. But gains guaranteed by government can't be lost during an economic downturn.

Dealers are figuring out how to balance the supply of vehicles with softer consumer demand.

Advocates for everything from nutrition programs to tribal food sovereignty to climate and sustainability initiatives will be keeping an eye on the bill next year.

The agency reduced care offerings during government shutdowns. Advance appropriations would provide a funding bridge when necessary.

In this region, it wouldn’t be the holidays without tamales. But vendors and restaurants are facing higher costs for ingredients and staff.

Among the issues were costly delays and confusing guidance from varying agencies.

A complaint to the Equal Opportunity Employment Commission alleges that these algorithms may be recreating hiring biases — unintentionally, in some cases, but still illegally.

The seven states have until late January to agree on massive water conservation measures or the feds say they’ll impose cuts.