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Apr 19, 2019

Saving the former boom towns along historic Route 66

The number of new homes drops to its lowest level in two years. People owed money by Sears are suing the CEO. Plus, Congress is considering renewing a grant to help the former boom towns along storied Route 66.

A road marking of the historic Route 66 sign is seen painted on the street of the town of Kingman, Arizona.
A road marking of the historic Route 66 sign is seen painted on the street of the town of Kingman, Arizona.
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