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Clinging to coal: West Virginia’s fight over green jobs

For generations, coal has been the backbone of West Virginia, until jobs were wiped out by the tens of thousands. While some are counting on promises made to bring coal back, a new generation is embracing the next opportunity: green energy. But in the nationwide race to dominate renewable power production, West Virginia’s deeply rooted tensions and interests may leave its workers behind. Source

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Uber IPO values company at twice the size of Ford

People who enjoy riding in Uber cars will be able to buy shares in the company for the first time Friday. The stock market debut is expected to be one of the largest initial public offerings ever, with the company vauled at more than $82 billion. Uber’s stock will start trading at $45 a share. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger joins “CBS This Morning” with what it means for Uber drivers and their customers. Source

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Eye Opener: Powerful storms flood the South

Heavy rain in Houston turns roads into rivers and knocks out power to thousands of homes. Nearly 40 people were stranded on just one highway. Also, the U.S. revealed that it seized a North Korean cargo ship, used to export coal in violation of economic sanctions. All that and all that matters in today’s Eye Opener. Your world in 90 seconds. Source

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