OTTUMWA, Iowa — Of all the days we celebrate in February, Valentine’s Day is when Americans really go big. According to the National Retail Federation (NRF), Americans are expected to spend a record ...

U.S. inflation accelerated last month as the cost of groceries and gasoline rose, a trend that will likely underscore the ...

U.S. inflation accelerated last month as the cost of groceries, gas, and used cars rose, a trend that will likely underscore the Federal Reserve’s resolve to delay any further interest ...

The rapid-fire shots of tariffs and import curbs hearken back to Trump’s first term in office, when the U.S. and China ...

This restaurant showcases the epitome of dining in Des Moines since opening in 2023. Now it's one of USA TODAY's Restaurants ...

Oak Park restaurant review: Our local food writer recommends chef Ian Robertson's touches on Midwest staples and one of the best wine lists in the country.

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