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California panel approves efficiency standards for tires

The California Energy Commission has approved first-in-the-nation efficiency standards for replacement tires on passenger vehicles and light-duty trucks. The decision establishes statewide requirements specifically for replacement tires in...

Published Aug 19, 2026, 7:40 PM EDT

allentown / lehighvalleylive

What $500,000 Can Buy in Lehigh County (Aug. 10–16)

During the week of Aug. 10–16, Lehigh County offered a range of homes priced at $500,000 or less. This roundup highlights the top five properties in each area,...

Published Aug 19, 2026, 7:06 PM EDT

allentown / lehighvalleylive

Trader Joe’s selling $100 Alocasia for just $10

Shoppers across the country have been finding Alocasia varieties, including the coveted Pink Bambino, tucked among tropical plants at Trader Joe’s. These plants are appearing at about $10...

Published Aug 19, 2026, 6:40 PM EDT

allentown / lehighvalleylive

Virtual hiring fair for military spouses set for Aug. 20

A virtual hiring fair for military spouses will take place Aug. 20 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. EDT to connect participants with available employers and positions. The...

Published Aug 19, 2026, 6:09 PM EDT

allentown / wfmz

U.S. national debt hits $40 trillion

The United States government passed a milestone Wednesday as the national debt topped $40 trillion. That level is about $1 trillion higher than the $39 trillion reported roughly...

Published Aug 19, 2026, 6:08 PM EDT

allentown / lehighvalleylive

Brewers tie modern-era record in 22-0 rout of Mariners

The Milwaukee Brewers tied a modern-era Major League Baseball record with a 22-0 win over the Seattle Mariners on Aug. 18. CBS Sports called the performance one of...

Published Aug 19, 2026, 6:05 PM EDT

allentown / wfmz

Wahab holds slim lead in race for Swalwell’s House seat

State Sen. Aisha Wahab continues to enjoy a small lead over Bay Area Rapid Transit board member Melissa Hernandez in the race for California’s 14th Congressional District, the...

Published Aug 19, 2026, 5:25 PM EDT

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Data centers stymie affordable housing, advocates say

Advocates say home building associations are losing skilled trades workers to data center construction, reducing capacity for residential projects. They warn the labor shift is stymieing efforts to...

Published Aug 19, 2026, 5:23 PM EDT

allentown / wfmz

Landry speeds environmental reviews for critical minerals

Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry signed a pair of executive orders that fast-track environmental permitting for critical minerals and rare earth production. The move is designed to attract heavy...

Published Aug 19, 2026, 5:02 PM EDT