The Missouri Botanical Garden received a $14.4 million donation for a project to digitize its herbarium, potentially revolutionizing plant species identification and aiding global conservation.

A federal judge halted the proposed $24.6 billion merger between Kroger and Albertsons, following the FTC's concerns about reduced competition and higher consumer prices.

The Martin County Board of County Commissioners approved a new Wawa gas station with a 4-1 vote, amidst community concerns about increased traffic and safety issues.

Quaintrelle, a fine dining restaurant in Portland, is set to permanently close after an eight-year run, with its final service on New Year's Eve. The upcoming Greek restaurant Tréla plans to open in mid-December.

The Michelin Guide 2024 added two D.C. restaurants to its star list while another received a sustainability award, with other establishments being revised or honoured for individual excellence.

A Michigan man won $300,000 from a scratch-off lottery ticket, initially thinking he only won $30,000, plans to buy a new car and invest in his children's education.

A court has ordered St. Bernard Soap Company to pay over $32 million in rent and utilities, which has affected the landlord and utility companies and resulted in 118 worker layoffs.

Mount Sinai Health System invests over $31 million to improve cardiac facilities and electrophysiology labs and receives a $1 million donation for cancer clinical trials.

Ben Forbes celebrates the success of Forbes Meat Company, a whole animal butcher shop in Tucson, offering craft meats, cheeses, and classes. The shop was named 2024 Small Business of the Year by the Pima County Small Business Commission.

Carlos Dunlap closed his restaurant, Honey Uninhibited, in Covington after less than 1.5 years due to challenges, despite his gratitude for staff and patrons.

Nine Irish Brothers, a popular Indianapolis pub, has suddenly closed, with a farewell note citing personal challenges for the owner. Two other locations remain open.

Lincoln Market will open a new grocery store at the former Lucky Strike bowling alley site in Hell's Kitchen, expanding their NYC presence with a 20-year lease for a 35,809-square-foot space.

Boeing announced layoffs of 396 workers across Washington state cities, citing the need to align its workforce with financial realities and priorities.