The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics announced that in June, the Consumer Price Index (CPI) for Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell increased by 0.7 percent due to a rise in the electricity index. Over the past year, the CPI-U increased by 2.6 percent, with the food index rising by 2.2 percent and the energy index by 3.9 percent.

The national average for a gallon of gas rose three cents to $3.54 from last week, according to recent data. This slight increase occurred despite Hurricane Beryl impacting the Texas coast, a record number of July 4th car travelers, and oil prices remaining above $80 per barrel.

Joel Carnes has been named leader of Nationwide Pet, effective immediately. Carnes will report to Juan Jose (JJ) Perez, leader of Nationwide’s Corporate Solutions business. His leadership, entrepreneurial mindset, operational experience, and knowledge of the pet insurance industry qualify him to lead this business line as Nationwide aims to serve more pet families with valuable offerings and services.

Sherman "Tiger" Joyce, president of the American Tort Reform Association (ATRA), expressed concern over the "significant campaign contributions" from law firms to New Jersey legislators. He suggested that these donations could potentially influence policy in the state. Joyce's comments were part of a press release issued on March 21.