The U.S. economy grew at a solid 6.4% rate in the first three months of the year, setting the stage for what economists believe may be the strongest year for the economy in about seven decades.
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TT's Seth Clevenger and Mike Senatore unpack the trends, surprises and shake-ups that define this year's Top 100 for-hire carriers..
Key US Oil Storage Hub Seen Depleting as Producers Hold Tight
Crude oil inventories in America’s largest storage hub are falling fast as the post-pandemic demand rebound continues to outpace production.
June 24, 2021Biden, Key Lawmakers Agree on Bipartisan Infrastructure Deal
President Joe Biden announced on June 24 that “we have a deal,” signaling a bipartisan agreement on a $953 billion infrastructure plan that would achieve his top legislative priority and validate his efforts to reach across the political aisle.
June 24, 2021US House Highway Bill Includes $1 Billion in Truck Parking Grants
WASHINGTON — Funding to expand parking facilities for truck drivers around the country is included in comprehensive highway policy legislation expected before the U.S. House of Representatives during the week of June 28.
June 24, 2021US Goods-Trade Gap Widens More Than Forecast as Imports Rise
The U.S. merchandise-trade deficit widened more than forecast in May as the value of imports rose to near-record levels and exports declined.
June 24, 2021Minneapolis Council Committee Passes Citywide Truck Parking Restrictions
The Transportation and Public Works Committee of the Minneapolis City Council on June 23 approved an ordinance amendment that would limit truck parking in the city.
June 24, 2021US Durable Goods Orders Rise 2.3% in May
Orders to U.S. factories for big-ticket manufactured goods rose for the 12th time in the last 13 months in May, pulled up by surging demand for civilian aircraft.
June 24, 2021Infrastructure Deal Closer With Biden, Senators Meeting June 24
President Joe Biden and a group of bipartisan senators are close to agreement on a $559 billion infrastructure plan that would fulfill one of his top priorities, according to lawmakers and officials familiar with the discussions.
June 24, 2021US Jobless Claims Tick Down to 411,000 as Economy Heals
The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits dropped in the week ended June 19, a sign that layoffs declined and the job market is improving.
June 24, 2021Senators Bringing Bipartisan Infrastructure Deal to Biden Today
WASHINGTON — A bipartisan group of senators reached a tentative framework on a $953 billion infrastructure deal June 23 ahead of a crucial meeting with President Joe Biden at the White House.
June 23, 2021