Powerful storms across the South have resulted in toppled trees, damaged buildings, and tens of thousands of people without power. Meanwhile, the Federal Reserve has kept key interest rates unchanged, although it has signaled a potential increase in rates twice this year. Elsewhere, environmental and conservation groups have endorsed President Biden and Vice President Harris, while jurors have awarded a former Starbucks manager who alleged that white employees were unfairly punished $25.6 million. Additionally, the Southern Baptist Convention has refused to welcome Saddleback Church back into its fold following an appeal. In a Detroit-area community, LGBTQ+ flags have been banned from publicly-owned poles, while the Vatican spokesman reported that Pope Francis is recovering well in hospital.
Storms Cause Damage Across Southern US as Federal Reserve Keeps Rates Unchanged; Pennsylvania Plans Repair for I-95 Collapse
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