House Democrats want to throw a financial lifeline to the struggling U.S. Postal Service amid concerns that mail delays could lead to hundreds of thousands of legitimate votes being thrown out, potentially skewing the election. Senate Republicans say the money isn’t needed.
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USPS Election Role Becomes Flashpoint in Stimulus Talks
C.H. Robinson Tweaks Freightquote for Small Businesses
C.H. Robinson is rolling out enhancements to its Freightquote service for small businesses that the company said will help owners who deal infrequently with the complexities of shipping and logistics and those who might be new to it.
East Coast Ports Continue to Assess Damage From COVID-19
The nation’s East Coast ports continued to be battered by lower imports from overseas in June because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Trade Gap Narrows as Autos Spur Record Exports Increase
The deficit in U.S. trade of goods and services narrowed in June for the first time since February as exports jumped, though shipments remained well below pre-pandemic levels.
Smithfield Goes On Defensive Over COVID-19 Response
Smithfield Foods Inc. is defending its efforts to keep employees safe and supply food to the nation during the coronavirus pandemic.
Patriot Transportation Posts Net Profit on Lower Revenue for Fiscal Q3
Patriot Transportation Holding posted an increase in net income on declining revenue for its fiscal third quarter, the company reported July 29.
Port Manatee Gains Approval for Expansion
Manatee County Port Authority approved a construction contract for an $8.3 million project to nearly double the size of Port Manatee’s dockside container yard.
August 3, 2020UPS Readies Freezer Farms to Store Virus Vaccine When Approved
UPS Inc. is building two giant freezer farms capable of super-cooling millions of vials of a COVID-19 vaccine, preparing for the day when it will need to deliver the medicine at high speed across the globe.
Lawmakers Highlight Supply Chain Concerns Amid Pandemic
House lawmakers recently pointed to the need for enhancing the manufacturing environment for products and equipment to avoid future disruptions along supply chains affected during the coronavirus pandemic.
United Air Pivots to Leisure Routes in Modest Schedule Boost
United Airlines Holdings Inc. will boost flights modestly in September as it resumes service on more than 25 international routes.