As Tesla shared its Q2 2024 earnings results this week, it also shared a number of interesting metrics in regards to its business, such as the number of vehicles it delivered this last quarter. In that metric, Tesla had quite a quarter, but it wasn’t the best the company has had by a significant margin. Compared to Q2 2023, just one year ago, Tesla’s deliveries were down 5 percent in Q2 2024.

Tesla (TSLA) Q2 2024 EV production and deliveries decreased from Q2 2023

Business Insider

Alphabet said it's committing $5 billion to autonomous ride service  Waymo. Meantime, Tesla has set back its own Robotaxi self-driving car event.

Alphabet is pouring billions into Waymo's self-driving taxis as Tesla prepares to reveal its rival

The injection of funds will see the self-driving car unit of Alphabet continue its work in the autonomous space. Alphabet, Google’s (GOOGL) parent company, today announced another round of investments into its self-driving car unit. The investment is to the tune of $5 billion, with more information expected in the Security and Exchange Commission filing.

Google parent company to invest another $5 billion into Waymo

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If you’ve been following the electric vehicle (EV) scene, you might have heard some concerning news about SK On, the South Korean battery manufacturer. They’ve hit a bit of a rough patch due to lower-than-expected sales of electric vehicles in key markets like Europe and the U.S. Let's dive into what’s going on and why it matters.

Battery Manufacturer Declares Urgency Due to Low EV Sales, Says Financial Times

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Orlando, FL

Ash Jurberg

Westgate Resorts has announced significant layoffs as part of its efforts to streamline operations. The company, which was founded in 1982 and has grown to be the largest privately held corporation in Central Florida, filed a layoff notice with the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity. This notice informs that 357 employees in Orlando will be out of a job by August 30.

Florida Hit by Major Layoffs as Resort Chain Cuts Hundreds of Jobs

Lancaster County, PA

Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

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Davenport, IA

Fox Business

John Deere has announced another wave of layoffs Friday, telling around 610 production staff at plants in Illinois and Iowa that they will be out of a job by the end of the summer.

John Deere announces mass layoffs in Midwest amid production shift to Mexico

The US Sun

A WALMART shopper has slammed the retailer after they spent weeks trying to get a refund, to no avail. The customer was distraught after receiving empty promises from Walmart's customer service. "So fed up dealing with “customer service” over my refund," A shopper named Paula Morcan wrote on Facebook....

‘So fed up’ fumes Walmart customer who has not received their $800 refund – they called the retailer over seven times

Illinois State

TheStreet

Walmart has been ordered to face a lawsuit that accuses it of having deceptive pricing.

Walmart uses bait-and-switch tactic on customers, says lawsuit

Chicago, IL

Foodie in Chicago

Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

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Since Kroger and Albertsons, two of the largest grocery chains in the country, announced plans for a merger almost two years ago, Jane St. Louis and her co-workers have been on edge. To assuage federal concerns about creating a grocery monopoly, the companies announced in April they would sell 579 locations of their various respective supermarket chains — including Mariano’s, Food 4 Less, King Soopers, Ralphs and Pick’n Save — to C&S Wholesale Grocers, the largest wholesale grocery supply company in the U.S. and current owner of the Piggly-Wiggly supermarket franchise.

“What will happen to our store?”: Uncertainty still plagues the Kroger and Albertsons merger

Carol Perez

There are lots of places in the US where you don’t necessarily need a car. There might be good public transportation and/or your area might be walkable, but for others, this might not be the case.

Free Car Programs: 16 Ways to Get a Car Without Paying

According to reports, the Six Flags and Cedar Fair merger is off to a great start, as a markup cost has been removed from all of its parks effective immediately. Six Flags Merger to Purge Markup Cost Across All Theme Parks Effective Immediately. According to a WGN Morning News reporter...

Six Flags Merger Begins Historic Purge, Officially Removes Markup Cost Across All Theme Parks

North Carolina State

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Death Disclosure Laws and Property Disclosures in North Carolina. In North Carolina, there is no legal obligation for homeowners or real estate agents to disclose if a death has occurred in a home, whether by natural causes, murder, or suicide. However, if a potential buyer directly inquires about any deaths on the property, the seller is required to provide that information.

If someone dies at your house do you have to tell a potential buyer? What North Carolina law says

Boston, MA

Swansea, MA

Dianna Carney

A new family-owned and operated themed entertainment complex is coming soon to Swansea, a small town in Bristol County, Massachusetts. Silver Stone Castle & Family Entertainment is set to be an exciting addition to the town of fewer than 17,000 residents.

New Family-Owned & Operated "Medieval Experience" Coming to Massachusetts Shares Sneak Peek

New Jersey State

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Morristown Minute

A new initiative aims to provide housing for vulnerable Medicaid members, enhancing community wellness and support. MORRIS COUNTY, N.J. - In a significant move to tackle housing instability among Medicaid recipients, New Jersey's Human Services Commissioner Sarah Adelman, along with Community Affairs Commissioner Jacquelyn A. Suárez, today announced the availability of $95 million in funding for developers. This initiative, part of the Healthy Homes program, is designed to create affordable housing opportunities for NJ FamilyCare members who are either homeless, at risk of homelessness, or currently living in institutional settings.

$95 Million for Healthy Homes: Housing for Medicaid Members

Kentucky State

Northern Kentucky Tribune

Kentucky’s Community Actions Partnerships have announced the starts date for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Summer Subsidy, aimed at helping Kentucky households offset summer cooling costs.

LIHEAP Summer Subsidy program to help with summer cooling costs to begin enrollment July 16

Entrepreneur

The news was reportedly given to employees via an internal memo.

Salesforce Is Cracking Down on In-Office Work, Requiring Some Employees in the Office 5 Days a Week: 'A Step Back'

Georgia State

Virginia State

Conn’s is closing 71 of its namesake stores in 13 states, according to a list posted on its website. The stores slated for closure represent about 13% of the 550 locations the furniture and home goods retailer operated under two banners as of June. According to the company’s website,...

Conn’s to close over 70 stores amid bankruptcy speculation

Denver, CO

David Heitz

A dangerous drug that is being mixed into fentanyl is causing those who inject it to develop a rash of sores that resembles a case of flesh-eating bacteria. People experiencing homelessness around Denver can sometimes be seen with these bloody, weeping wounds. I recently mentioned this phenomenon to a fentanyl user who told me about the xylazine connection.

Denver homeless people suffer sores as xylazine enters fentanyl supply

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Tesla says Robotaxi deployment 'depends on technological advancement and regulatory approval'

One of the biggest projects Tesla is currently working towards is the launch of an autonomous taxi service vehicle, dubbed the “Robotaxi.” The company has been...

Tesla says Robotaxi deployment 'depends on technological advancement and regulatory approval'

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