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Helene

NC Christmas tree farms feeling the impact of Helene

Economy

October's rise in inflation meets expectation

If the uptick continues, it could be reflected in rising prices at the grocery store, and make the Fed less likely to lower interest rates again for homebuyers.
VERIFY

Do markets increase when a new president is elected? Let's verify

It's not just our markets seeing a boost.
Elections

Markets see big boost after Trump win

While the nation is split on the results of the presidential election, financial markets are reacting favorably all around.
Economy

More couples adding a home fund to wedding registry

Could this mean the end of traditional wedding gifts?
Helene

'A ghost town' | Blowing Rock expected to lose out on critical tourism due to Helene

Caleb Thorpe said he knows the lack of traffic is hard on his hometown, but he said at least the town only has to wait for visitors instead of having to rebuild.
Connect The Dots

How the dockworker strike is expected to impact the US economy

A massive dockworker strike is underway with no end in sight. Here's how it could impact the economy.
Economy

I-40 won't reopen any time soon between NC and TN, NCDOT says

Historic flooding in East Tennessee and North Carolina swept away a part of I-40 East near the state line on Friday.
National

Business impact of Boeing machinist strike

Industry analysts estimate the Boeing machinists strike has cost the company $445 million and small businesses near its facility are also feeling the impact.
VERIFY

Fact-check: Trump attack ad claims Harris made US inflation worse

This ad is paid for by former president Donald Trump's campaign. This ad has several claims of how Vice President Kamala Harris added to inflation.
Connect The Dots

Despite a new law, hotels are still sneaking additional fees onto guests' bill

Junk fees are much easier to spot when booking a hotel or flight but that doesn't mean prices are getting any cheaper.
Money

Mecklenburg County passes transit sales tax, measure heads to state legislature

The Charlotte City Council greenlit the resolution Tuesday night to support future commuter rail service.