A crude oil surge in U.S.
crude stocks and growing coronavirus infections fan fears of a supply glut and weaker fuel demand. Energy firms and ports along the Gulf Coast are prepared for Zeta, the 11th hurricane of the season.
The casino industry is seeking tax and regulatory relief from the government as it tries to recover from the coronavirus outbreak, which cost states more than $2 billion in lost tax revenue while casinos were shut down for four months this year. While 90% of casinos have reopened, the gambling industry says they are operating at restricted levels to try to slow the spread of the virus, and additional financial aid is needed for casinos and their workers.
