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Chugach Electric Explores 4 Hydropower Projects to Address Natural Gas Shortage

Alaska's largest utility files early permit applications to investigate potential hydropower sites in Southcentral Alaska.

California Billionaires Seek Ways to Avoid Proposed Wealth Tax

Lawyers and wealth advisers are already drawing up plans to shield assets, even as the proposal may never become law.

Economist Delivers 'Basic Economics' Lesson to Trump

New study finds 90% of Trump's tariffs are paid by Americans, not foreign countries

DePaul & Loyola Accused of Steering Low-Income Families Toward Risky Parent PLUS Loans

Report alleges universities are favoring wealthier students with better financial aid packages.

Maine Leaders Propose Solutions to Enhance Grid as Electricity Prices Soar

Natural gas prices spike to record highs, driving up electricity costs across New England

Maryland Governor Extends PJM Price Cap to Curb Electric Bills

The move is expected to save 67 million people $27 billion on energy costs through 2030.

Missouri Considers Ending Grocery Tax, Chesterfield Families Could Save Big

Lawmakers weigh bills to phase out state and county grocery taxes, but city leaders warn of potential funding cuts for roads and public safety.

Affordability Crisis Worsens Amid Government Spending Surge

Inflation, government policies, and immigration strains contribute to rising costs for Americans

T1 Energy CEO Touts American-Made Solar as Key to Affordable Energy

Barcelo highlights how U.S. solar production can reduce energy costs and revitalize manufacturing

Trump Rescinds EPA CO₂ Endangerment Finding in Historic Deregulatory Action

Landmark move removes legal foundation for greenhouse gas regulation, boosting coal industry

Study: U.S. Consumers Bore 90% of Trump-Era Tariff Costs

Federal Reserve Bank of New York analysis finds Americans absorbed vast majority of tariff burden

Trump's $12B Rare Earth Plan Targets China as Experts Warn US Is 'One Crisis Away'

Project Vault initiative aims to build strategic reserve to shield EVs, defense, and tech from Chinese leverage

Study: Americans Pay 90% of Trump-Era Tariffs

New York Federal Reserve analysis finds U.S. consumers and firms bear brunt of trade war costs.

ECB Expands Euro Liquidity Backstop Globally

New permanent facility aims to bolster international role of the euro

San Francisco man charged for repeat Waymo vandalism

Authorities changed Walker Reed Quinn with several incidents since July.

California's 'Billionaire Tax' Proposal Sparks Concerns

Even if rejected by voters, the measure could drive wealthy residents out of the state.

Trump Administration Ends Biden's Crackdown on Bulk Pricing

Former Rep. Bob Barr argues the move will benefit consumers by restoring pro-growth antitrust policies.

DePaul, Loyola Chicago Accused of Steering Low-Income Families to Take Out Large Loans

New report claims universities offered tuition breaks to wealthier students while pushing expensive loans on lower-income families.

Bedford Electric Customers Shocked by Steep Bill Increases

Director cites cold weather, grid costs, and supply chain issues as factors behind the spike

Berrien County Drain Commissioner Explains High Assessments for Bridgman Residents

Residents seek answers after tax bills rise due to Tanner Creek drain project and legal costs