Grassroots campaigns encourage boycotting big retailers during the holiday shopping season to support local businesses and protest against corporate practices.

Brooklyn Park celebrates Small Business Saturday, urging residents to support local businesses as part of the Love Local initiative, showcasing their importance to the community and economy.

Black Friday sees traditional in-store shopping favored in Metro Detroit, despite a rise in online sales, with some experiencing shorter lines than in the past. Local businesses offer various deals to attract consumers and support the local economy.

St. John the Baptist Parish launches Restaurant Day with deals to support local eateries, coinciding with Small Business Saturday, promoting community investment and local spending.

Kirin Court opened a new location in Plano, offering an expansive menu of dim sum, alongside Tacoro Tacos & Tequila at Assembly Park, blending Mexican flavors and cocktails.

The Boston Market on Park Avenue in Worcester is closing due to a rent dispute, with the last service on Sunday. The franchise owner plans a return in 2026 with a new concept. Financial challenges include past unpaid taxes and rent issues.

Frenchy's Chicken, a popular Houston fried chicken chain, plans to open 500 new stores nationwide over the next decade, starting with locations in Port Arthur and Rosharon, Texas.

A man was arrested for a robbery in a Waikīkī restaurant, where he allegedly assaulted an employee and stole her belongings. No further injuries were reported. Police are seeking information from the public.

Baristas at three East Bay Blue Bottle coffee shops are on strike, requesting fair pay and workplace representation, and urging a customer boycott until a satisfactory contract is reached. The strikes are part of wider unrest in the service industry.

Osaka Marketplace is opening a new store in Foster City with a grand opening featuring a taiko drum performance and sake ceremony. The first 100 shoppers will receive goodie bags. It's part of a Bay Area trend of expanding Asian grocery stores.

San Jose’s Strike Brewing announced an Oct. 31 closure and filed for Chapter 7 on Nov. 24, setting up a liquidation after 11 years in business.

Michigan's marijuana industry's future is uncertain as a court examines the legality of a new 24% state cannabis tax, which industry leaders argue is unconstitutional and harmful to businesses.

The City of Cleveland Heights promotes Small Business Saturday by highlighting local businesses on social media, encouraging residents to support the local economy and entrepreneurship.