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Business

Federal Reserve holds rates steady; three members dissent

Federal Reserve holds rates steady; three members dissent

  • Ann Saphir and Michael S. Derby Reuters

The decision to leave the benchmark interest rate in the 3.50% to 3.75% range drew dissents from three of the 12 policymakers, who "preferred" a quarter-percentage-point hike.

The Great Wealth Transfer will be smaller than you think

The Great Wealth Transfer will be smaller than you think

  • Daniel de Visé USA Today

There’s been a lot of talk about the Great Wealth Transfer, a projected shift of an estimated $124 trillion from older generations to younger ones.

Why Fed’s July interest rate move is hard to predict

Why Fed’s July interest rate move is hard to predict

  • Rachel Barber USA Today

As Americans struggle financially, Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh has pledged to bring inflation back to its 2% target, but it remains unclear exactly how he plans to get there.

Mexico, RFK Jr., Taylor Farms weigh in on cyclospora outbreak

Mexico, RFK Jr., Taylor Farms weigh in on cyclospora outbreak

  • Mary Walrath-Holdridge USA Today

Outbreaks are often traced back to manufacturers, growers or distributors despite food samples that never test positive for a pathogen.

Cyclosporiasis outbreak hits Taco Bell sales, unlikely to cause lasting scar, analysts say

Cyclosporiasis outbreak hits Taco Bell sales, unlikely to cause lasting scar, analysts say

  • Juveria Tabassum, Neil J Kanatt and Nicholas P. Brown Reuters

By Juveria Tabassum, Neil J Kanatt and Nicholas P.

States fear Paramount-Warner deal will squeeze local movie theaters

States fear Paramount-Warner deal will squeeze local movie theaters

  • DAWN CHMIELEWSKI and LISA RICHWINE Reuters

States are suing to block the Paramount and Warner Bros Discovery merger, fearing it will hurt struggling local theaters by raising ticket prices and reducing investments in theater upgrades.

Banks ramp up digital assistants in productivity race 

Banks ramp up digital assistants in productivity race 

  • NUPUR ANAND and TATIANA BAUTZER Reuters

Major banks are increasingly adopting agentic AI, digital assistants that perform tasks with minimal supervision, to boost productivity across wealth management, trading, client vetting, and treasury functions.

Trump Accounts are now live. Here's how they work

Trump Accounts are now live. Here's how they work

    Trump Accounts went live on the Fourth of July, with the families of 6 million children claiming accounts. Among those are 1.4 million newborns who get $1,000 in seed money.

    Workers keep leaving the US labor force. Experts can't agree why

    Workers keep leaving the US labor force. Experts can't agree why

      Whether it was caregiving responsibilities, feeling discouraged after a long stretch of unemployment or the realization they’re sitting on a pile of money, many Americans have left the workforce.

      Big Tech data centers are driving up power bills at America's Rust Belt factories

      Big Tech data centers are driving up power bills at America's Rust Belt factories

        Federal, state and local governments responding to consumer anger and grid-stability concerns are pushing Big Tech to pay more for their expected demand.

        George E. Johnson, Black hair products pioneer, dies at 99

        George E. Johnson, Black hair products pioneer, dies at 99

          The Chicago entrepreneur, whose eponymous company transformed Black haircare in the U.S., died Monday at age 99, news media reported.

          Data centers are reshaping communities across America. Here’s what you need to know

          Data centers are reshaping communities across America. Here’s what you need to know

            As companies race to build the infrastructure behind AI and the internet, communities are weighing new investment against questions about electricity, water and long-term costs.

            US back-to-school bargain hunt starts early as higher bills pressure families

            US back-to-school bargain hunt starts early as higher bills pressure families

              The bargain hunting highlights growing anxiety among households facing higher everyday costs and pricier school supplies.

              South Korean shops turn to robots, self-service to escape labor woes

              South Korean shops turn to robots, self-service to escape labor woes

                Unstaffed coffee shops, ramen eateries and flower outlets are spreading across South Korea as owners turn to robots and self-service to overcome rising labor costs.

                Local News

                Rocky Mount neighbors: Obituaries for July 30

                Rocky Mount neighbors: Obituaries for July 30

                Read through the obituaries published today in Franklin News Post.

                Rocky Mount neighbors: Obituaries for July 29

                Rocky Mount neighbors: Obituaries for July 29

                Read through the obituaries published today in Franklin News Post.

                Rocky Mount neighbors: Obituaries for July 28

                Rocky Mount neighbors: Obituaries for July 28

                Read through the obituaries published today in Franklin News Post.

                Rocky Mount neighbors: Obituaries for July 27

                Rocky Mount neighbors: Obituaries for July 27

                Read through the obituaries published today in Franklin News Post.

                State & Regional

                Veteran state environmental expert to lead Va. energy office

                Veteran state environmental expert to lead Va. energy office

                On Monday, Spanberger elevated Vincent Maiden as director of the Virginia Department of Energy.

                VDH reports Virginia cyclosporiasis cases up to 126

                VDH reports Virginia cyclosporiasis cases up to 126

                In 2025, the VDH received 116 reported cases of cyclosporiasis compared to only 35 in 2021.

                Hotel Roanoke still working toward potential sale

                Hotel Roanoke still working toward potential sale

                The hotel was built by Norfolk and Western Railway in the 1880s, closed in 1989 and reopened with a conference center in 1995.

                Democrats move Va. up to 6th state for presidential primary

                Democrats move Va. up to 6th state for presidential primary

                Virginia voters won't have to wait until Super Tuesday to pick a Democratic presidential candidate in 2028. 

                Nation & World

                4 things Fauci's diary reveals about COVID, Trump and fame

                4 things Fauci's diary reveals about COVID, Trump and fame

                The pages give insights into Fauci’s thoughts on everything from COVID-19’s origins and the ensuing public health responses to his contentious relationship with Trump and Fauci’s own celebrity.

                Federal Reserve holds rates steady; three members dissent

                Federal Reserve holds rates steady; three members dissent

                The decision to leave the benchmark interest rate in the 3.50% to 3.75% range drew dissents from three of the 12 policymakers, who "preferred" a quarter-percentage-point hike.

                Fauci invokes Fifth Amendment, declines to answer at Rand Paul hearing

                Fauci invokes Fifth Amendment, declines to answer at Rand Paul hearing

                WASHINGTON — Anthony Fauci, the former top U.S. infectious disease expert, declined to answer questions at a Senate hearing Wednesday, invoking his constitutional right against self-incrimination and accusing Republican Sen. Rand Paul of an "unhinged" campaign to see him imprisoned.

                Senate confirms Trump nominee Jay Clayton as US spy chief

                Senate confirms Trump nominee Jay Clayton as US spy chief

                Clayton has no intelligence background and, during his confirmation hearing, he refused to acknowledge Trump lost the 2020 presidential election.

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                Rocky Mount neighbors: Obituaries for July 30

                Rocky Mount neighbors: Obituaries for July 30

                Complaint filed against Franklin County leaders

                Complaint filed against Franklin County leaders

                Franklin County residents bash supervisors on data center discussions

                Franklin County residents bash supervisors on data center discussions

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                Foods to help boost your immune system

                Foods to help boost your immune system

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                Run every day? Give those sneakers a break!

                Run every day? Give those sneakers a break!

                Get Healthy. Changing your regular running routine every now and then doesn’t just offer variety, it can be good for your body, mind and soul

                Get Healthy Eat Well: 7 shocking sources of hidden sugars

                Get Healthy Eat Well: 7 shocking sources of hidden sugars

                Get Healthy Take Care: Cold therapy in your shower

                Get Healthy Take Care: Cold therapy in your shower

                Shopping

                Tornado Season and Your HVAC: A Midwest Homeowner's Recovery Guide

                Tornado Season and Your HVAC: A Midwest Homeowner's Recovery Guide

                Affiliate content. Learn how to protect your HVAC unit before and after a tornado. 

                5 Best THC Gummies of 2025

                5 Best THC Gummies of 2025

                Affiliate content. Find the best options for THC gummies in 2025. 

                Data: Americans Spending Less Time, More Money on Shopping

                Data: Americans Spending Less Time, More Money on Shopping

                Buying things takes less time these days — you can have your week’s groceries, a new outfit and a used car headed to your front door in a matter of hours, thanks to technology. But this convenience comes with a price. New data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics reveals fewer people are shopping on...

                Some Big Stores Are Cutting Prices to Woo Back Grocery Shoppers

                Some Big Stores Are Cutting Prices to Woo Back Grocery Shoppers

                Now that grocery inflation seems to have eased, retailers are clamoring to offer more and better discounts that will get shoppers back to their stores this summer. With an announcement Wednesday, Walgreens joined a growing list of national brands, which also includes Target and Amazon Fresh, that are touting price cuts on an array of...

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                CP Life Expectancy Has Quietly Transformed Over 40 Years

                CP Life Expectancy Has Quietly Transformed Over 40 Years

                Provided content. Four decades of medical advances have reshaped cerebral palsy outcomes, yet public perception lags behind the data. Here's what changed. 

                 

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                Winter Risk Index: How Seasonal Weather Increases Senior Injury Rates

                Winter Risk Index: How Seasonal Weather Increases Senior Injury Rates

                Provided content. Each winter, slip-and-fall hospitalizations among Canadian seniors rise sharply. Explore the data behind seasonal injury risk, who is most vulnerable, and what older adults can do to stay safe.

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                Handling a Car Accident In and Outside of Franklin County

                Handling a Car Accident In and Outside of Franklin County

                Contributor content. After an accident, missing critical deadlines may have an impact on one’s health and ability to successfully file an insurance claim. 

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                Powerhouse partnership: Big Auto Injury Attorneys, The Popok Firm and ‘Legal AF’ podcast by MeidasTouch Network unite for justice

                Powerhouse partnership: Big Auto Injury Attorneys, The Popok Firm and ‘Legal AF’ podcast by MeidasTouch Network unite for justice

                Content by Big Auto Injury Attorneys. Learn more about MeidasTouch Network’s “Legal AF” podcast's new partnership with Big Auto Injury Attorneys and The Popok Law Firm.

                Crime

                After vehicle chase, Franklin County deputies arrest man for felonies

                After vehicle chase, Franklin County deputies arrest man for felonies

                A Rocky Mount man is charged with multiple felonies and misdemeanors after allegedly threatening to shoot someone and then leading police on a chase.

                18-year-old Rocky Mount woman arrested after fatal stabbing

                18-year-old Rocky Mount woman arrested after fatal stabbing

                A Rocky Mount woman was arrested in connection to a homicide that occurred early Tuesday morning. 

                After impersonating police to confront Rocky Mount mayor, man gets jail time

                After impersonating police to confront Rocky Mount mayor, man gets jail time

                The case stems from a incident that took place between Patterson and staff at the Raine and Perdue law firm in Rocky Mount in April.

                Vito's new vest: Franklin County K9 getting bulletproof body armor

                Vito's new vest: Franklin County K9 getting bulletproof body armor

                A Franklin County Sheriff's Office K9 will soon receive a bulletproof and stab-proof protective vest thanks to a charitable donation.

                Politics

                Veteran state environmental expert to lead Va. energy office

                Veteran state environmental expert to lead Va. energy office

                On Monday, Spanberger elevated Vincent Maiden as director of the Virginia Department of Energy.

                Franklin County adds 1% sales tax to the ballot this November

                Franklin County adds 1% sales tax to the ballot this November

                Franklin County is one of several Virginia localities that will be putting an additional 1% sales tax on the ballot this November. 

                Complaint filed against Franklin County leaders

                Complaint filed against Franklin County leaders

                Three Franklin County residents allege county officials have violated state open meeting and conflict of interest laws.

                Richmond Times-Dispatch special report: Data centers in Virginia

                Richmond Times-Dispatch special report: Data centers in Virginia

                Before data centers became a central topic of Virginia's budget debate, the Richmond Times-Dispatch last year took a deep dive into the topic, resulting in a three-day series on data centers and the key issues they pose. Read it all below.

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