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From $13/hour to company president
Pratt’s Dorsey looks to future while reflecting on ground-up rise
Jennifer Dorsey doesn’t put on airs. When she talks about rising through the ranks at Pratt Home Builders to become its president, she doesn’t mention titles or accolades. Instead, she talks about drafting boards, framing lumber and floor plans sketched in her head.
Chefs show off meatless chops in Vegan Challenge
Meat eaters don’t usually flock to vegan restaurants. They often meet even the idea of plant-based cuisine with skepticism. “What do you even eat?” is a common refrain, usually accompanied by a look of concern that falls somewhere between confusion and pity.
Cybercrime, wire fraud and real estate transactions
At the recent National Association of Realtor meetings in Washington, D.C., the Secret Service warned about a new cryptocurrency scam targeting real estate transactions. In its risk reduction tips, NAR provides the following overview of how the scam works and best practices to protect yourself, whether you’re an agent or a consumer looking to buy or sell.
County sees $3.8B in property sales in 2024-25
Hamilton County’s real estate market saw billions of dollars in activity during fiscal year 2024–25, with more than $3.8 billion in property changing hands and more than $5 billion in mortgages recorded, a new report from Register of Deeds Marc Gravitt states.
News briefs: Legal firm announces new era, adds members
A new chapter has opened in Chattanooga’s legal community with the launch of Abbott, Weiss, Faith & Darnell, a newly restructured law firm that combines decades of legal experience with a deep commitment to client advocacy. The firm has welcomed two new named members, Brittany Thomas Faith and Zachery Darnell, and selected Joshua P. Weiss as its new managing member.
Financial Focus: Stress-test your retirement portfolio in volatile markets
If you’re planning to retire within the next few years – or you’ve recently retired – market volatility might feel especially unsettling. After years of saving and planning, you’re now entering a stage where your portfolio may shift from growth to providing income. The five-year window before and after your retirement date is especially critical – when market downturns can have an outsized impact on your long-term financial security.
HCSO unveils new ‘Marine One’ patrol vessel
The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) is making waves with the introduction of a powerful new tool in its public safety arsenal: a state-of-the-art patrol vessel named Marine One. Sheriff Austin Garrett officially unveiled the 28-foot Munson Boats catamaran during a recent ceremony, celebrating what he described as a major investment in the agency’s marine-based operations and overall public safety mission.
Children’s Hospital unveils new critical care transport units
Children’s Hospital at Erlanger has unveiled two cutting-edge critical care transport vehicles that will expand its ability to deliver intensive care to newborns and children across a 150-mile radius. Custom-built for neonatal and pediatric patients, the new vehicles provide the same level of care as a neonatal or pediatric intensive care unit while en route to Erlanger. The additions mark a major step forward in the hospital’s capacity to deliver lifesaving care outside the walls of its facility.
Parker gets her victory lap with retired jersey numbers
Candace Parker didn’t get a chance to have a farewell tour before she retired from professional basketball in 2024. Parker made the announcement in a social media post, ending her career without stepping on the court again. Fans, former teammates and coaches are getting a second chance of sorts to honor Parker this summer. She is having her jersey retired by two WNBA organizations. The former Tennessee star saw her No. 3 jersey raised to the rafters at Crypto.com Arena by the Los Angeles Sparks June 29. The Chicago Sky will be retiring her jersey later this summer in her hometown.
How to deal with the rising cost of used cars
This summer’s used-car shoppers have noticed something frustrating: climbing prices. The average transaction price for a 3-year-old used vehicle has reached $30,522, the latest Edmunds’ Used Car Report found. That’s up 2.3% from the same time last year and marks the first time since mid-2023 that this number has climbed back to more than $30,000.
What's next for President Donald Trump's birthright citizenship order in the courts
CONCORD, N.H. (AP) — The legal fight over President Donald Trump's order ending birthright citizenship is advancing on a path toward the U.S. Supreme Court. A New Hampshire federal judge on Thursday issued a ruling prohibiting the president's January executive order ending birthright citizenship for children born to those without legal status from taking effect anywhere in the U.S.
Senate Republicans block attempt to roll back massive tax hike on professional gamblers
WASHINGTON (AP) — Senate Republicans on Thursday blocked an attempt to reverse a little-noticed provision from their tax and spending cuts law that professional gamblers warn could be the end of their industry. Democratic Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto of Nevada sought unanimous passage of a bill that would roll back the change on gambling tax deductions, but Republican Sen. Todd Young of Indiana objected, stalling the proposal for now.
Bill in Congress would prevent schools from using student fees to bankroll college sports
WASHINGTON (AP) — A bill to regulate college sports introduced in the House on Thursday would offer limited antitrust protection for the NCAA, while barring schools from using student fees to pay for college athletic programs. Co-sponsors of the SCORE Act includes seven Republicans and two Democrats, which gives the bill a fair chance of passage in the House. It would need at least seven Democratic votes in the Senate, where its chances are viewed as slim.
Appeals court throws out plea deal for alleged mastermind of Sept. 11 attacks
WASHINGTON (AP) — A divided federal appeals court on Friday threw out an agreement that would have allowed accused Sept. 11 mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed to plead guilty in a deal sparing him the risk of execution for al-Qaida's 2001 attacks. The decision by a panel of the federal appeals court in Washington, D.C., undoes an attempt to wrap up more than two decades of military prosecution beset by legal and logistical troubles. It signals there will be no quick end to the long struggle by the U.S. military and successive administrations to bring to justice the man charged with planning one of the deadliest attacks ever on the United States.
Elon Musk's X platform investigated in France for alleged data tampering and fraud
PARIS (AP) — French prosecutors have launched a police investigation into alleged data tampering and fraud involving X, Elon Musk's social media platform. The Paris prosecutor's office, in a statement Friday, announced the opening of the investigation, and said that a branch of the French gendarmerie is conducting the inquiry.
Wyoming's first new coal mine in decades to extract rare earths
CHEYENNE, Wyo. (AP) — The developer of what would be the first new coal mine in Wyoming in decades plans to process the fossil fuel to extract hard-to-get metals that are crucial for tech products and military hardware. Energy Secretary Chris Wright, former West Virginia U.S. Sen. Joe Manchin, Wyoming Gov. Mark Gordon, and Wyoming's congressional delegation are on the VIP list for a groundbreaking ceremony Friday at the Ramaco Resources, Inc., Brook Mine outside Ranchester in far northern Wyoming.
Global Citizen takes its fight against poverty to the world's growing cities
DETROIT (AP) — Global Citizen is turning to cities as it looks to break through what it sees as widespread political gridlock hindering large-scale action on its goal of ending extreme poverty worldwide. The nonprofit advocacy group has rallied the private sector and foreign dignitaries to solve humanitarian challenges together, driving millions of dollars toward replenishing international aid and eradicating polio since 2008. But Global Citizen co-founder Simon Moss said Thursday it is local officials who are increasingly joining traditional international players in shaping whether communities are equipped to tackle urgent crises.
Trump plans to hike tariffs on Canadian goods to 35%
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump said in a letter that he will raise taxes on many imported goods from Canada to 35%, deepening a rift between two North American countries that have suffered a debilitating blow to their decades-old alliance.
White House escalates pressure campaign on Fed chair by targeting its headquarters renovation
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump is escalating his pressure campaign to get the Federal Reserve chairman to either lower interest rates or quit his post by targeting the expensive renovation at the central bank's headquarters. The latest step came Thursday when Russ Vought, Trump's top budget adviser, sent a letter to Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell saying the president is "extremely troubled" that plans may have violated government building rules with an "ostentatious overhaul."
The newest way to influence Trump: Nominate him for the Nobel Peace Prize
WASHINGTON (AP) — World leaders, lawmakers and even one Native American tribe are deploying a novel strategy for remaining on good terms with Presidential Donald Trump: Praise his peacemaking efforts and nominate him for a Nobel Peace Prize. The announcements of nominations are piling up for the mercurial Republican president, who has long coveted the prestigious award. The honor, according to Albert Nobel's wishes, is given to "the person who shall have done the most or the best work for fraternity between nations, for the abolition or reduction of standing armies and for the holding and promotion of peace congresses."
'Click-to-cancel' is over, but there are other ways to unsubscribe
NEW YORK (AP) — A "click-to-cancel" rule, which would have made it easier for consumers to end unwanted subscriptions, has been blocked by a federal appeals court days before it was set to go into effect. But there are ways to end those subscriptions and memberships, even if they take some work.
Most teens – especially girls – see college as key to jobs and life skills, AP-NORC poll finds
PHOENIX (AP) — Most American teenagers say it is important to them to graduate from college, with girls especially describing it as a key step for accomplishing their life goals, according to a new poll. Teenagers also generally are more upbeat than adults on college despite concerns about tuition costs, soaring student loan debt and the politicization of many issues in higher education.
Nursing homes struggle with Trump's immigration crackdown
NEW YORK (AP) — Nursing homes already struggling to recruit staff are now grappling with President Donald Trump's attack on one of their few reliable sources of workers: immigration. Facilities for older adults and disabled people are reporting the sporadic loss of employees who have had their legal status revoked by Trump. But they fear even more dramatic impacts are ahead as pipelines of potential workers slow to a trickle with an overall downturn in legal immigration.
India wants air conditioners to be made with milder temperature settings to save energy
BENGALURU, India (AP) — India's government is seeking to limit temperature settings on new air conditioners to save electricity in the country that considered the fastest-growing market for them. The power minister proposed a rule in June requiring air conditioners sold in the country to have thermostats that can be set no lower than 20 Celsius (68 Fahrenheit).
The EU is delaying retaliatory tariffs on US goods in hopes of reaching a deal by Aug. 1
PARIS (AP) — The European Union will suspend retaliatory tariffs on U.S. goods scheduled to take effect Monday in hopes of reaching a trade deal with the Trump administration by the end of the month. "This is now the time for negotiations," European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen told reporters in Brussels on Sunday, after President Donald Trump sent a letter announcing new tariffs of 30% on goods from the EU and Mexico starting Aug. 1.
US manufacturers are stuck in a rut despite subsidies from Biden and protection from Trump
WASHINGTON (AP) — Democrats and Republicans don't agree on much, but they share a conviction that the government should help American manufacturers, one way or another. Democratic President Joe Biden handed out subsidies to chipmakers and electric vehicle manufacturers. Republican President Donald Trump is building a wall of import taxes — tariffs — around the U.S. economy to protect domestic industry from foreign competition.
Trump threatens Russia with tariffs if war on Ukraine isn't resolved within 50 days
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump said Monday he would punish Russia with tariffs if there isn't a deal to end the war in Ukraine within 50 days, the latest example of his growing frustration with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Trump made the announcement during an Oval Office meeting with NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte.
Boys & Girls Club programs threatened by Trump grant freeze serve thousands of families
EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — After driving through a downpour to take her son to day camp, Darleen Reyes told camp administrators the rain would have kept her away but her son insisted on going. As she marked her son's name present on a clipboard at the Boys & Girls Club camp one day last week, she laughed about braving a flash flood warning to get there.
A Senate vote this week will test the popularity of DOGE spending cuts
WASHINGTON (AP) — Senate Republicans will test the popularity of Department of Government Efficiency spending cuts this week by aiming to pass President Donald Trump's request to claw back $9.4 billion in public media and foreign aid spending. Senate Democrats are trying to kill the measure but need a few Republicans uncomfortable with the president's effort to join them.
From tariffs to universities, Trump's negotiating style is often less dealmaking and more coercion
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump prides himself on being a dealmaker, but his negotiating style is more ultimatum than compromise. In the last week, Trump has slapped trading partners with tariffs rather than slog through prolonged talks to reach agreements. He ratcheted up the pressure on the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates. And his administration launched a new investigation into higher education as he tries to reshape universities.
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