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Toyota adds 1.5 million US vehicles to recalls for engine stalling
Coronavirus
Kroger to offer rapid COVID-19 antibody tests at all pharmacies
The rapid antibody tests involve a finger-prick blood sample to determine whether someone has previously been infected with the virus that causes COVID-19.
News
Volunteer firefighter leaves behind $400,000+ for Illinois fire district
There's now a fight between the three stations in the Central Warren Fire Protection District about where the money should go.
Nation World
Stocks have their worst day in a month as virus cases surge
Stocks of companies that need the virus to abate and the economy to return to normal had some of the biggest losses.
Money
Iowans no longer eligible for unemployment Extended Benefits program due to state's economic recovery
A release from Iowa Workforce Development says the change is because the state's insured unemployment rate has averaged below 5% for the last 13 weeks.
Nation World
Home Depot reveals 2020 Black Friday ad with deals starting Nov. 6
Home Depot is one of the first major retailers to debut its 2020 Black Friday sale ad.
Nation World
Dunkin' Brands discussing potential sale to Inspire Brands
The New York Times reports the potential $8.8 billion deal could be reached as early as Monday.
Nation World
Target adds reservation system as part of holiday shopping safety measures
Shoppers will be able to check Target's website to see ahead of time if there's a line outside their store. If there is, customers can reserve their spot in line.
Money
Initial jobless claims in Iowa up 11% last week, while continuing claims and benefits paid both drop
4,019 initial claims for the week of Oct. 11-17 were by people who work and live in Iowa, while 643 by individuals who work in Iowa but live outside the state.
Nation World
US jobless claims drop to 787,000, but layoffs remain high
The still-high number of people seeking jobless benefits reflects an economy that has recovered only slightly more than half the 22 million jobs that were lost.
Coronavirus
Virus aid with direct payments faces uncertainty in postelection session of Congress
The huge coronavirus relief bill would send another $1,200 direct payment to most Americans, restart bonus unemployment benefits and also give money to schools.
Nation World
JC Penney expects to emerge from bankruptcy protection by Christmas
The century-old retailer said that it has filed a draft asset purchase agreement with the two biggest mall owners in the U.S.
Coronavirus
Kroger to offer rapid COVID-19 antibody tests at all pharmacies
The rapid antibody tests involve a finger-prick blood sample to determine whether someone has previously been infected with the virus that causes COVID-19.
News
Volunteer firefighter leaves behind $400,000+ for Illinois fire district
There's now a fight between the three stations in the Central Warren Fire Protection District about where the money should go.
Nation World
Stocks have their worst day in a month as virus cases surge
Stocks of companies that need the virus to abate and the economy to return to normal had some of the biggest losses.
Money
Iowans no longer eligible for unemployment Extended Benefits program due to state's economic recovery
A release from Iowa Workforce Development says the change is because the state's insured unemployment rate has averaged below 5% for the last 13 weeks.
Nation World
Home Depot reveals 2020 Black Friday ad with deals starting Nov. 6
Home Depot is one of the first major retailers to debut its 2020 Black Friday sale ad.
Nation World
Dunkin' Brands discussing potential sale to Inspire Brands
The New York Times reports the potential $8.8 billion deal could be reached as early as Monday.
Nation World
Target adds reservation system as part of holiday shopping safety measures
Shoppers will be able to check Target's website to see ahead of time if there's a line outside their store. If there is, customers can reserve their spot in line.
Money
Initial jobless claims in Iowa up 11% last week, while continuing claims and benefits paid both drop
4,019 initial claims for the week of Oct. 11-17 were by people who work and live in Iowa, while 643 by individuals who work in Iowa but live outside the state.
Nation World
US jobless claims drop to 787,000, but layoffs remain high
The still-high number of people seeking jobless benefits reflects an economy that has recovered only slightly more than half the 22 million jobs that were lost.
Coronavirus
Virus aid with direct payments faces uncertainty in postelection session of Congress
The huge coronavirus relief bill would send another $1,200 direct payment to most Americans, restart bonus unemployment benefits and also give money to schools.
Nation World
JC Penney expects to emerge from bankruptcy protection by Christmas
The century-old retailer said that it has filed a draft asset purchase agreement with the two biggest mall owners in the U.S.
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