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On Wednesday, May 16th, U.S. stock markets closed significantly higher, with major indexes reaching record highs. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq each climbed over 1% following lower-than-expected consumer inflation, which fueled hopes for Federal Reserve rate cuts. Technology stocks led the gains, pushing the Dow closer to the 40,000 mark. According to the economic data, April U.S. consumer prices rose 0.3% month-over-month, down from 0.4% in March and below market expectations of 0.4%. Annual inflation

US stock markets close lower on economic reports and Fed meeting. Asian markets decline, Europe closed for Labor Day. Commodities and US futures down.

In a global rarity, Southern Illinois was in the path of totality for the second time in seven years. The contiguous United States won’t see another total eclipse until 2044.

Carbondale saw about 50,000 visitors in 2017, and officials expect to see something similar this year.