The Biden administration said Monday the government is providing $1.5 billion to the computer chip company…
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Carnival begins in New Orleans with Phunny Phorty Phellows, king cakes, Joan of Arc parade
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — The countdown to Mardi Gras begins Saturday in New Orleans as Carnival…
Immigration fuels uptick in US population growth
ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — The number of immigrants to the U.S. jumped to the highest level…
A new survey of wealthy nations finds favorable views rising for the US while declining for China
WASHINGTON (AP) — Public opinions in 24 countries — mostly rich nations — have grown more…
Here’s how many jobs are available across the U.S.
Employers posted 9.6 million job openings in September, up from 9.5 million in August according to…
State is paying fired Tennessee vaccine chief $150K in lawsuit settlement
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The state of Tennessee has agreed to pay $150,000 to settle a…
Kentucky report card shows some improvement in student test scores but considerable work ahead
FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) — Students in Kentucky showed some improvement on their statewide test scores, especially…
U.S. job openings rise slightly to 9.6 million, sign of continued strength in the job market
WASHINGTON (AP) — Employers posted 9.6 million job openings in September, up from 9.5 million in…
Democratic governor spars with Republican challenger over pandemic policies in Kentucky debate
Democratic Gov. Andy Beshear defended his sweeping COVID-19 pandemic restrictions as he faced an onslaught of…
Influential Kansas House committee leader to step down next month
TOPEKA, Kan. (AP) — An influential Kansas House committee leader who helped temper fellow Republicans’ drive…