President Trump says progress is being made in trade talks between the U.S. and China. In a tweet Saturday, Trump said he spoke to Chinese President Xi and if a trade deal is made, it will be comprehensive and cover “all subjects, areas, and points of dispute.” Talks will continue in person next week when …
Dec 31
Reports: Trump still considering NAFTA withdrawal to force USMCA approval
President Trump is reportedly still mulling whether to cancel the existing NAFTA agreement as a tactic to force Congress to approve the new USMCA agreement. A formal withdrawal from NAFTA would create a hard deadline of six months for Congress to approve the USMCA or face the prospect of new tariffs on trade between the …
Dec 31
American Girl’s 2019 girl of the year: Blaire Wilson, a chef-in-training
American Girl(NEW YORK) — American Girl’s 2019 girl of the year is focused on a 20th century challenge: Finding balance between the real world and the digital world. The doll, Blaire Wilson, is described by American Girl as a “natural people person” and a “young chef-in-training who loves bringing people together.” “Through Blaire, girls will …
Dec 31
Ohio Farm Bureau priorities for 2019
Water quality will continue to be a priority for Ohio Farm Bureau in 2019. Yvonne Lesicko, vice president of public policy for Ohio Farm Bureau, says farmers are focused on combating algal blooms in the Western Lake Erie Basin. “In terms of actual practices on farms, getting the research done, and figuring out what they …
Dec 31
Goodin looks for truth in labeling in Indiana
Indiana Representative Terry Goodin has introduced a “Truth in Labeling” bill to be considered in the 2019 legislative session. The bill would prevent lab-produced meat from being labeled the same as meat or poultry products that come from animals. Goodin says Hoosiers want to know where the meat they eat and milk they drink comes …
Dec 31
Winter Weather Advisory issued December 31 at 6:19AM MST until December 31 at 5:00PM MST by NWS
…WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS EVENING… …WIND CHILL ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO NOON CST TUESDAY… * WHAT…Snow and blowing snow. Very cold wind chills expected. Additional snow accumulations of up to two inches. Winds
Dec 31
Wind Chill Advisory issued December 31 at 6:19AM MST until January 01 at 11:00AM MST by NWS
…WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS EVENING… …WIND CHILL ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO NOON CST TUESDAY… * WHAT…Snow and blowing snow. Very cold wind chills expected. Additional snow accumulations of up to two inches. Winds
Dec 31
Now could be the best time to buy a car, some experts say
martin-dm/iStock(NEW YORK) — Are you in the market for a new set of wheels? If so, now through Jan. 2 may be the best time to save money and get the car you want, according to some experts. If you head to a dealership now, you’ll likely find “great availability, great pricing discounts, and the …
Dec 31
Kim Jong Un reaffirms commitment to denuclearization in letter to South Korean president
Pyeongyang Press Corps/Pool/Getty Images(SEOUL, South Korea) — North Korean leader Kim Jong Un reaffirmed his commitment to denuclearization in a letter sent to South Korean President Moon Jae-in over the weekend. The move raises hopes for a positive message in his annual New Year’s Day policy speech to be delivered on North Korea’s state television. …
Dec 31
Fast-moving storm will bring rain to Northeast on New Year’s Eve
ABC News(NEW YORK) — Two different systems will combine Monday to produce a significant storm system affecting New Year’s Eve plans from the Central Plains to the Northeast. Temperatures will be mild, but revelers in Times Square will need to wear their ponchos and rain boots. The developing storm will bring multiple hazards Monday and …