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Factories and Manufacturing
After an Explosion at a Washington Paper Mill, Mourning Mixes With Dread
The disaster at the mill in Longview, Wash., that took at least two lives was greeted with sadness but not surprise by a community that knew cutbacks and other pressures…
Evacuations and Evacuees
Chemical Tank Cools, But 16,000 in Garden Grove Can’t Go Home Yet
The risk of an explosion or spill has fallen, the authorities said, but residents closest to the plant cannot yet return. Some have begun to ask who should be held…
Fires and Firefighters
Deaths Reported After Chemical Tank Ruptures at Longview Nippon Facility
An unknown number of injuries were also reported at the Nippon Dynawave Packaging Company in Longview, Wash., the authorities said.
Automobiles
Do U.S. Automakers Have a Future in Canada?
Detroit-based automakers pioneered open trade between Canada and the United States, benefiting both countries. President Trump’s trade war now leaves their future in the country in question.
Volkswagen AG
Volkswagen to End E.V. Production at Tennessee Plant
The German carmaker is the latest to scale back plans for electric vehicles in favor of gasoline models.