Truliant Files Trademark Suit Against BB&T/SunTrust Over New Name
A Winston-Salem-based credit union is filing a trademark lawsuit against BB&T and SunTrust over their proposed new name.
Economy
Businesses Ask That Latest Plan For U.S. Tariffs On China Be Scrapped
President Trump has threatened to impose tariffs on an additional $300 billion worth of Chinese goods. This would mean that just about everything imported from China would be hit with a sharp levy.
Prospective Buyer Revealed For Winston-Salem Public Housing Building
A potential buyer for Crystal Towers — a public housing building in downtown Winston-Salem that provides housing to the elderly and people with disabilities — has been revealed.
Sotheby's Announces Its Biggest Sale — Itself — For $3.7 Billion
The deal puts the auction house, which was founded in 1744, on a path to becoming a private company again.
U.S. Trade Office To Hold Hearings On Planned Tariffs On China
Starting Monday, the U.S. trade office holds 7 days of hearings on President Trump's plan to add new tariffs to imports from China. U.S. businesses will be able to speak out for or against the plan.
Tennessee Workers Reject Union At Volkswagen Plant — Again
The outcome at the Chattanooga plant is the latest blow against organized labor in the South, where union advocates have tried for years to strengthen representation in auto facilities.
Target Cash Registers Back Online After Chaotic Nationwide Tech Failure
They were reopened after the company resolved a computer problem, but for two hours, shopping carts across the country were stopped in their tracks and Twitter had a field day.
Why Safer Cars Don't Lead To Cheaper Car Insurance ... Yet
Many new cars have optional features that can help prevent accidents. But those same features also make repairs more expensive. The result? Premiums can go up for cars that are less likely to crash.
A Not-So-Thrilling Ride For U.S.-Made Roller Coasters
China is a big customer for U.S.-made roller coasters. But since President Trump's trade war, China has imposed steep tariffs on American rides. Some in the industry fear losing a lucrative market.
Why Air Ambulance Bills Are Still Sky-High
The median air ambulance bill is more than $36,000 and is seldom covered by health plans. So far, legislative hurdles and industry pressure have kept Congress from stepping in.