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Bill Gates is closing the doors of his foundation in 20 years.

DoorDash estimated that there are 100,000 app-based workers in the state. Wisconsin would be the first state to create such an option.

The Federal Reserve decided to hold the interest rates steady.

After a two-day meeting in Washington, D.C., the Fed announced it would hold its rate target at 4.25% to 4.50% -- despite pressure from Trump for rate cuts.

Amid the Israel-Iran conflict, Iran is reportedly considering closing the Strait of Hormuz, which is critical in transporting the world's oil.

The state is lagging behind national averages in key economic indicators, including California unemployment, the UCLA Anderson Forecast concluded.

Howmet Aerospace employs 1,000 people in Hamblen County. The company added 50 new jobs last year, Lee said.

The agreement allows the university to use $96 million in capital outlay funds for operations over the next three years.

Gas prices have steadily increased in recent days after a period of low fuel costs.

While funds will continue through grants, advocates say the drop from $200 million to $14 million will hamstring its efforts to serve the people of Appalachia.