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Energy prices soar to levels not seen in years as Iran names its new supreme leader
9+ hour, 5+ min ago (691+ words) WASHINGTON " Oil prices spiked near $120 per barrel before falling back Monday as the conflict with Iran'intensified, threatening production and shipping in the Middle East and pummeling financial markets. The price for a barrel of Brent crude, the international standard, surged…...
National average for gas surpasses $3 per gallon and is expected to rise amid Iran conflict
6+ day, 7+ hour ago (632+ words) WASHINGTON " Gas and oil prices in the U.S. are expected to continue rising amid the ongoing conflict with Iran and escalating tensions in the region, leading to the closure of one of the most vital passageways for oil trade. According to…...
Tiffin and Bowling Green workers face uncertain future as 700 jobs at risk
6+ day, 20+ hour ago (318+ words) TIFFIN, Ohio " Around 700 jobs are at stake at Toledo Moulding and Die shops in Tiffin and Bowling Green following an alleged fraud scheme at Ohio based auto parts manufacturer First Brands Group. Those jobs could be eliminated on April 30 when…...
US stocks slip and oil prices leap with worries that war in the Middle East will worsen inflation
1+ week, 11+ hour ago (721+ words) WASHINGTON D.C., DC " U.S. stocks are slipping Monday, while'oil prices leap on worries that'war in the Middle East will slow the global flow of crude and make inflation even worse. Crude prices jumped 6%, which will likely mean higher prices soon at gasoline…...
Toledo sees strong start to 2026 with small business growth
1+ week, 6+ day ago (439+ words) TOLEDO, Ohio " Small business interest is off to a strong start in 2026, both nationally and in northwest Ohio, according to new data and local leaders. Nationally, new business filings rose at the start of the year. The U.S. Census Bureau's U.S. Census…...
Inflation was mostly unchanged in December, though core prices cool slightly
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (67+ words) As part of the holiday weekend, Metroparks Toledo held an archery event called "Cupid Shoots" at the Oak Openings Lodge on Friday. Inflation was mostly unchanged in December, though core prices cool slightly To stream WTOL on your phone, you…...
US tariffs are having an uneven effect on holiday prices and purchases
2+ mon, 3+ week ago (918+ words) Green garlands, giant nutcrackers, baubles and bows go up in early November on the historic downtown building that houses the gift shop. Inside, customers can choose from over 500 different types of ornaments and a variety of holiday gift baskets. "We…...
Average long-term US mortgage rate dips to 6.17%, its lowest level in more than a year
4+ mon, 1+ week ago (608+ words) 1. The average rate on a 30-year U.S. mortgage fell for the fourth week in a row to its lowest level in more than a year. Lower mortgage rates boost homebuyers" purchasing power. They also benefit homeowners eager to refinance their current…...
Halloween candy shoppers frightened by sticker shock
4+ mon, 3+ week ago (349+ words) OREGON, Ohio " Halloween shoppers might be in for a fright. Not from ghosts or goblins, however, but from candy prices that continue to climb ahead of the holiday. At grocery stores across Ohio, customers say they're feeling the pinch as…...
Trump's job market promises fall flat as hiring collapses and inflation ticks up
6+ mon, 3+ day ago (1025+ words) WASHINGTON " The U.S. job market has gone from healthy to lethargic during President Donald Trump's first seven months back in the White House, as hiring has collapsed and inflation has started to climb once again as his tariffs take hold. Friday's…...