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April 23, 2026

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Justice Department Eases Marijuana Classification

The U.S. Justice Department reclassified state-regulated marijuana as a less dangerous drug, a major shift that could dramatically increase legal cannabis sales. Read more...

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TODAY'S NEWS

BUSINESS

Unpaid Truck Tolls Total $5.2 Million on Ohio Turnpike

Ohio Turnpike officials have identified 315 alleged “rogue” trucking companies accused of failing to pay $5.2 million in tolls during the past two years. Read more...

BUSINESS

Indiana-Based Sagepoint to Launch RNG-Powered TL Carrier

Sagepoint Logistics is launching a dedicated truckload carrier in June, using 60 Freightliner Cascadias equipped with Cummins’ X15N engines. Read more...

GOVERNMENT

Canada Booze Boycott Draws Threat From US Trade Chief

U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer said the U.S. might have to take action against Canada over its rejection of American wine and spirits. Read more...

GOVERNMENT

US Presses Canada on Trade Concessions Before USMCA Talks

The U.S. is demanding concessions from Canada before it will begin negotiations on the USMCA, says a member of Canada's advisory committee on U.S. trade relations. Read more...

LOGISTICS

Shipping Through Hormuz Remains Largely Frozen

Security risks in the waterway escalated on April 22 after Iranian gunboats opened fire on commercial ships, while the U.S. blocked two of Tehran’s oil tankers. Read more...

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GOVERNMENT

Rerouted US Imports Avoiding Trump’s Tariffs Top $300B

About $300 billion worth of goods subject to U.S. tariffs are avoiding the levies annually and reaching the U.S. from Southeast Asia and Mexico. Read more...

FUEL

Oil Prices Stay Above $100 in 8th Week of Iran War

The price for a barrel of Brent crude, the international standard, added 0.8% to $102.70. Read more...

BUSINESS

RNG Supplier Clean Energy Fuels Promotes Clay Corbus to CEO

Renewable natural gas producer and fueling station operator Clean Energy Fuels appointed Clay Corbus as CEO on April 23, replacing the retiring Andrew Littlefair. Read more...

GOVERNMENT

House Subcommittee Leader Eyes May Action on Highway Bill

House Republican leaders are planning a multiyear measure authorizing roughly $550 billion for programs governing the nation’s mobility system. Read more...

TECHNOLOGY

PREMIUM Logistics Firms Embrace AI While Retaining Human Touch

Freight brokers and 3PLs generally have embraced the latest advances in artificial intelligence while continuing to emphasize the value of human expertise. Read more...

BUSINESS

Union Pacific Profit Up 5% as It Builds Toward Acquisition

Union Pacific delivered 5% higher earnings in Q1 as the railroad prepares to convince regulators that its $85 billion acquisition of Norfolk Southern is a good idea. Read more...

BUSINESS

CSX Reports Higher Profit as Shipments Increase

CSX railroad's profit jumped 25% in the first quarter as the Jacksonville, Fla.-based railroad hauled 3% more shipments and cut its expenses. Read more...

GOVERNMENT

US Could Own Up to 90% of Spirit as Part of $500M Rescue

The agreement, which has not been finalized, would offer as much as $500 million in financing in exchange for warrants to purchase up to 90% of the new entity. Read more...

BUSINESS

Tesla Beats Profit Estimates as EV Demand Rebounds

Tesla reported Q1 earnings that beat Wall Street’s estimates, a sign profitability is holding up as the EV maker invests in robotics and driverless cars. Read more...

 

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Top 100 3PLs Adapt to Market Pressures, Trade Upheaval

The largest 3PLs in North America continued to face volatile business conditions last year, from compressed margins to tariff-driven supply chain upheaval. Read more...

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