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Leader of German governing party backs Amazon protest
The Associated Press | Posted Apr 24th - 12:36pm
The new leader of one of Germany's governing parties said she supports a protest against working conditions at Amazon during CEO Jeff Bezos' visit to Berlin on Tuesday.
Caterpillar forecast sends stocks plunging; Dow down 500
Marley Jay, Associated Press | Posted Apr 24th - 12:30pm
U.S. stocks are sinking Tuesday as investors fear that growth in company profits will slow down. The worries began to set in after construction and mining equipment maker Caterpillar said it doesn't expect to top its first-quarter profit for the rest of this year. Industrial and basic materials companies and technology firms are taking some of the worst losses as the Dow Jones industrial average fell as much as 619 points.
Senator warns bankers that Dodd-Frank relief could stall
Kevin Freking, Associated Press | Posted Apr 24th - 12:18pm
A Democratic senator who supports rolling back some of the financial rules put in place after the 2008 financial crisis warned bankers Tuesday that the legislation will stall if it comes back to the Senate for another vote.
Markets Right Now: Industrials, big technology stocks sink
The Associated Press | Posted Apr 24th - 12:17pm
The latest on developments in financial markets (all times local):
MPAA head says theaters will survive rise of streaming sites
Lindsey Bahr, Associated Press | Posted Apr 24th - 12:16pm
Two film industry leaders told theater owners Tuesday that are optimistic about the movie and theatrical exhibition business despite concerns about declining attendance and competition from streaming services.
Steep drops in technology, industrial stocks pull Dow Jones industrial average down 600 points
The Associated Press | Posted Apr 24th - 12:08pm
Steep drops in technology, industrial stocks pull Dow Jones industrial average down 600 points.
Lawyer whose work got entangled in Mueller probe leaves firm
The Associated Press | Posted Apr 24th - 12:06pm
A prominent Washington lawyer who authored a report that's a key part of the special counsel's investigation into Paul Manafort has left his law firm.
Agency warns retailers not to sell Juul e-cigarette to kids
Matthew Perrone, Associated Press | Posted Apr 24th - 11:52am
Federal health officials on Tuesday announced a nationwide crackdown on underage use of a popular e-cigarette brand following months of complaints from parents, politicians and school administrators.
Former Christie allies: Bridge realignment didn't break law
David Porter, Associated Press | Posted Apr 24th - 11:36am
The tales of political vendettas and back-room machinations that animated the 2013 George Washington Bridge lane-closing scandal were replaced Tuesday with comparatively dry legal arguments as two former associates of former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie argued before a federal appeals court to have their convictions overturned.
Court weighs punishment for judge for courthouse affair
Alanna Durkin Richer, Associated Press | Posted Apr 24th - 11:29am
A Massachusetts judge who engaged in sexual acts with a social worker in his chambers has damaged the public's faith in the judicial system and can no longer command the respect necessary to remain on the bench, the head of the state's Commission on Judicial Conduct said Tuesday.
Lawyers wrap up case blaming pork giant for ghastly smells
Emery P. Dalesio, Associated Press | Posted Apr 24th - 11:17am
Jurors in North Carolina are getting a round-up of testimony in a lawsuit filed by more than 500 neighbors of an industrial-scale swine operation.
The Latest: $100,000 payment subject of House subpoena
The Associated Press | Posted Apr 24th - 11:10am
The Latest on the investigation of Missouri Gov. Eric Greitens (all times local):
Texas unveils special education fix after denying services
The Associated Press | Posted Apr 24th - 11:02am
Texas has unveiled a formal plan to overhaul special education statewide, after federal officials found that services were for years illegally denied to students with disabilities.
Southwest has been faced with fines, union safety complaints
David Koenig, Associated Press | Posted Apr 24th - 11:00am
Southwest Airlines runs its planes hard. They make many short hops and more trips per day than other U.S. airliners, which adds to wear and tear on parts, including the engines.
Audi recalls about 1.2M vehicles; coolant pumps can overheat
The Associated Press | Posted Apr 24th - 10:58am
Audi is recalling about 1.2 million cars and SUVs worldwide because the electric coolant pumps can overheat and possibly cause a fire.
Tourism authority says Kauai remains open for visitors
The Associated Press | Posted Apr 24th - 10:57am
The Hawaii Tourism Authority said it wants visitors to know that Kauai remains open for business after torrential rains caused flood damage.
Alaska Airlines tightens emotional support animal policy
The Associated Press | Posted Apr 24th - 10:55am
Alaska Airlines has updated its policy on emotional support animals.
Comey book sells more than 600,000 copies in first week
The Associated Press | Posted Apr 24th - 10:54am
James Comey's "A Higher Loyalty" had a very big opening week.
Consumer watchdog becomes alphabet soup of controversy
Ken Sweet, Associated Press | Posted Apr 24th - 10:52am
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau is dead. Long live the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection.
