The central bank is expected to announce a rate cut this week, a move that will ripple across the economy and affect millions of Americans.

In Queenswood, South Africa, 18-month-old Colton finally hears his mom’s voice with his new hearing aids.

The National Weather Service issued air quality alerts in eight states, including Illinois, Missouri, Tennessee, Indiana and Texas.

Remnants of a tropical storm are expected to bring thunderstorms, heavy rain and dry lightning, raising fire and flooding risks across California through Friday.

Stocks don’t always react well to Fed interest-rate cuts.