General News
Economy Falls 0.2% in First Quarter
The U.S. economy shrank at a 0.2% annual pace from January through March, the first drop in three years, as President Donald Trump’s trade wars disrupted business.
Farmers Press for Biofuels Boost to Counter Tariff Losses
After losing their biggest export market, U.S. farmers are now counting on the president’s support for biofuels to prevent their next crop from piling up in storage.
Chevron Plans Nearly 800 Layoffs in Permian Basin
Chevron plans to lay off nearly 800 employees in the Permian Basin, its biggest oil-production operation globally.
Trade Court Blocks Most Trump Tariffs, Ruling They're Illegal
A federal court blocked President Donald Trump from imposing sweeping tariffs on imports under an emergency powers law, swiftly throwing into doubt Trump’s signature set of economic policies.
Tesla Targets June 12 Rollout of Robotaxi Service in Austin
Tesla is poised to begin its long-awaited robotaxi service in Austin on June 12, according to a person familiar with the matter.