Fed holds rates steady as it awaits 'accumulation of more information' - The Daily Progress

WASHINGTON — The Federal Reserve held interest rates steady on Wednesday, as expected, opting to delay any changes to borrowing costs until after next week's U.S. midterm elections and awaiting further data on the path of inflation. Stay up-to-date on the latest in local and national government and political topics with our newsletter. From interest rates holding steady to the deaths of two “Star Trek” actors, here are stories that made headlines this past week.