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Texas poised for slower job growth this year, Dallas Fed projects

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Falling consumer activity and uncertainty around the 2024 presidential election could complicate the state’s job growth, a Dallas Fed economist said. TEXAS, USA — This story was first published on KENS5.com and can be viewed here. Texas will likely add jobs at a slower pace in 2024 after years of robust employment growth, the Federal … Read more

12 On Your Side: Dairy product recall, stolen car shocker, and Stanley cup lead check

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Before you start your Super weekend, let’s catch you up on a little consumer news. First off, there’s a mega recall of salad dressings, taco kits, cremas and more. You may have bought these things at your local Trader Joe’s, H-E-B, or Costco. The foods were manufactured using dairy products that came from a company … Read more

Toby Keith wrote all kinds of country songs. His legacy might be post-9/11 American anger

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NORFOLK, Va. – Toby Keith’s songs accomplished, for some, what great art is intended to: They sustained people in challenging times, particularly U.S. service members and their families during the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq after 9/11. For others, Keith’s work sowed division and was blindly patriotic — a wedge that deepened America’s cultural fault … Read more

‘A great teammate’ | Spurs’ Popovich believes McDermott will fit well with Indiana

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At the NBA Trade Deadline, the Spurs traded McDermott to the Pacers. SAN ANTONIO — Ahead of the NBA Trade Deadline, the San Antonio Spurs traded forward Doug McDermott to the Indiana Pacers for Marcus Morris (expected to be bought out), cash considerations, and a second-round draft pick. He played three seasons with the Spurs … Read more