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Five Americans detained in Iran are back home as part of a prisoner exchange. AP

Americans freed from Iran return to US: The Morning Rundown, Sept. 19, 2023

A preserved Camptosaurus dinosaur skeleton up for auction at a Paris auction house in October 2023 could bring in $1.2 million. Getty Images

‘Barry’ the dinosaur up for sale despite scientists’ concerns over auctions

A prisoner swap between the United States and Iran is reportedly set to take place. Reuters

US, Iran prisoner swap taking place: The Morning Rundown, Sept. 18, 2023

After more than 130 years Johnson & Johnson has approved a new logo that reflects the company's focus on innovative medicine. AP Images

Johnson & Johnson replaces signature logo as company shifts focus

The United Auto Workers union goes on strike against three big car companies. Reuters

Autoworkers begin historic strike against Detroit’s Big 3: The Morning Rundown, Sept. 15, 2023

UAW's strike against Detroit's Big Three could cost the economy $5.6 billion in 10 days. Here are 5 other costly strikes in history. Getty Images

UAW strike could cost billions. See the price of these 5 strikes in history.

United Auto Workers Union and Detroit's three major automakers must reach a labor agreement before a potential strike of an estimated 140,000 employees. AP Images

UAW strike looms as deadline for deal with GM, Ford, Stellantis approaches

A federal judge declares DACA is illegal, likely sending the case to the Supreme Court for a third time. Reuters

Federal judge rules DACA is illegal: The Morning Rundown, Sept. 14, 2023

The leaders of North Korea and Russia meet as the two U.S. adversaries look to strengthen their relationship Reuters

Kim Jong Un meets with Vladimir Putin in Russia: The Morning Rundown, Sept. 13, 2023

Fast-food workers in California are set to see an increase in their hourly wages following a recent labor agreement. AP Images

California fast food workers set to receive $20 minimum wage

The U.S. Department of Justice is accusing Google of violating antitrust laws. AP Images

US v. Google: Biggest antitrust trial in decades begins

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's sister rejects US calls for diplomacy and vows to continue launching spy satellites despite UN bans. Reuters

Kim Jong Un arrives in Russia amid US warnings: The Morning Rundown Sept. 12, 2023

A possible meeting between Russian president Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un looks to be on track. Reuters

Kim Jong Un takes train to Russia, reports say: The Morning Rundown Sept. 11, 2023

College spending far outpaces enrollment and inflation, fueling the student debt crisis. Now an "enrollment cliff" is coming. Getty Images

With college spending sprees, students and taxpayers foot much of the bill

Media Matters published a report accusing X of placing ads next to content promoting Hitler and the Nazi Party, which Musk vehemently denies. Reuters

Musk threatens to sue Anti-Defamation League, teases more Twitter Files

A judge has made a decision on whether Donald Trump's trial in Georgia will be televised. Reuters

Judge says Trump Georgia trial will be livestreamed: The Morning Rundown Sept. 1, 2023

The fist-ever auction of offshore wind farm leases in the Gulf of Mexico attracted limited Interest amid recent industry challenges. AP Images

First-ever offshore wind lease sale in the Gulf of Mexico attracts just 2 bids

Eminem sent Vivek Ramaswamy a cease-and-desist letter to stop rapping his songs. It's the latest battle of politician vs. musician. AP Images

Eminem vs. Vivek: Cease-and-desist letter adds to history of musician-politician battles

Florida begins to assess the damage after Hurricane Idalia slammed its Gulf Coast. Reuters

Florida begins cleanup after Hurricane Idalia: The Morning Rundown Aug. 31, 2023

A judge rejected Burger King's bid to dismiss a lawsuit claiming the company makes its signature Whopper appear larger than it actually is. AP Images

Judge rejects Burger King bid to dismiss lawsuit over Whopper size

With interest rates around 7% and average monthly payments above $700, it has never been more expensive to buy and finance a new car. Getty Images

‘Crazy’ auto loan payments of $1,000 or more: When will car market cool down?

Here is a first look at the 10 medications that Medicare wants drugmakers to lower the costs of as negotiations are set to begin. Getty Images

First 10 drugs for Medicare price negotiations released

The Biden administration is recommending another household item be upgraded for energy efficiency — ceiling fans. Getty Images

What the government’s ceiling fan proposal means for you

After a system failure that forced Toyota to suspend production at all Japan plants, the company announced operations would resume Wednesday. Reuters

Toyota to resume operations at all Japan plants after system failure