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Trump threatens tariffs on Mexican exports
Trump announced last week that he will impose a 5% tariff on Mexican exports if they don’t do more to stop migrants from crossing the border, sending markets in a tailspin.
6 years ago
Listen 17:00Minimum wage, General Assistance top Pa. Dems’ budget wish-list
At the $7.25 federal minimum, Pennsylvania's wage is lower than that of any neighboring state.
6 years ago
Pa. lawmakers look to cut down on legally ambiguous ‘games of skill’
Lawmakers and the state Lottery are trying to crack down on so-called "games of skill" — a category of gambling that is largely considered illegal but has some gray areas.
6 years ago
Jersey Shore rentals cash in on prom
From Seaside Heights to Wildwood, some property rentals specialize in renting to teens on prom weekends down the Shore.
6 years ago
Bet responsibly? Compulsive gambling is a struggle for some as sportsbook ads widen
Advertising supporting the nascent sports betting industry has not drawn the same level of scrutiny from regulators and lawmakers in the U.S. as it has in Europe.
6 years ago
Minimum-wage hike may be June’s big horse trade in Pa. Capitol
Raising the wage is getting its most serious discussion since Democratic Gov. Wolf began calling for an increase in 2015.
6 years ago
To spend or not to spend? Pa. politicians get ready for annual debate
Budget negotiations are getting started at the Capitol, and some Philadelphia Democrats are making it clear that they want the state's rare surplus to go toward education.
6 years ago
Uber lost $1 billion in 1st quarter, hopes profit-slashing price cuts ease up soon
Around the world, competition in ride-hailing is driving down prices and contributing to Uber's losses.
6 years ago
What’s doctor burnout costing America?
Doctor burnout is costing the U.S. health care system a lot — roughly $4.6 billion a year, according to a study published this week in the Annals of Internal Medicine.
6 years ago
Pa. job report shows regional range in unemployment
Pa.’s unemployment rate has been on the decline over the last year but the picture is different when looking at individual areas across the state.
6 years ago
PSEG looks to benefit from — but not build — offshore wind developments
Rather than get involved in the construction side of emerging clean energy, PSE&G signals it will concentrate on energy management and transmission.
6 years ago
More companies and municipalities are passing salary transparency rules. We examine the effect they have on workers and wages, and discuss how to negotiate a salary or raise.
Air Date: May 30, 2019 10:00 am
Listen 49:45N.J. may roll back tax on Shore rentals, but details remain fuzzy
When will the measure take effect? Who will it help? Key questions still unanswered as lawmakers move ahead with votes on tax on Shore rentals.
6 years ago
Beverage industry spent big on Quiñones-Sánchez, but soda tax still seems secure
While beverage association spent $631,000 on soda tax opponent Quiñones-Sánchez, she won race by just 485 votes.
6 years ago
$19.1 billion disaster aid bill stalled after Republican blocks House vote
Texas House Republican Rep. Chip Roy blocked an attempt to pass the $19.1 billion disaster aid bill likely stalling passage of the legislation until Congress returns in June.
6 years ago