October Sees Strong Rebound in Industrial Output
A better than expected rebound for U.S. factory output led industrial output higher in October.
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U.S. Factory and Mining Production Rose in December
Although manufacturing grew, overall industrial output slumped on lower utilities output thanks to nicer weather.
New Jersey Residents to Be Hit with ‘Rain Tax’
New Jersey residents could soon see their hard-earned dollars go down the drain if Democrat Gov. Phil Murphy decides to sign recently passed legislation from New Jersey’s legislature allowing for a “rain tax.”
Republic of Thirst, Part 1: Bay-Delta Plan Pits Fish Against Farmers — and San Francisco
The fight over the Bay-Delta Plan is a classic clash of interests over California’s scarce water — and has created some strange bedfellows.
A Very Trumpian May: American Incomes and Savings Rose While Utility Bills Fell
Tax cuts have lowered utility rates this year, leading Americans to spend less on gas, water, and electricity. With incomes rising, this has helped push up the saving rate.
