 Barrel was once a Category 5 storm, but its wind speeds have slowed to 60 miles an hour after striking Mexico. It's, however, expected to become a hurricane again before reaching the U.S. While at least 11 people died across the Caribbean from barrel earlier this week, Mexican officials say there were no deaths from the storm. Stocks finished higher on Wall Street today, setting several records. I'm Dale Willman, NPR News.