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The pickup in price growth was largely led by higher-than-expected prices of agricultural and livestock products, the office said.

The pickup suggests that the hiring freeze that has plagued much of the labor market in recent months may be easing, although the recovery is “tepid,” says ADP chief economist Nela Richardson.

One of the crew’s fire engines — a “Type 6,” essentially a decked-out pickup truck — blew a fuse, leaving it stuck in park as a nearby home erupted into flames.

The trouble began that day when Parias, outfitted in a “Press” vest, sat in the backseat of a black pickup truck, trailing federal immigration agents.

They knew the best doors for easy pickup, provided cold beverages — sparkling wine, coffee, and water — and had a great playlist.