Safeway is closing its Jackson St. store in Hayward due to the lease expiring and plans to relocate the 76 affected employees. The company emphasizes continued commitment to the community with its nearby Foothill Boulevard store.

Saks Off 5th will close its Loop State Street store in June 2026 as part of a national round of closures that will affect up to nine Off 5th locations.

A collision in Portland involving an Amtrak train and a scooter rider resulted in one fatality, leading to a police investigation and traffic disruptions.

Janesville invites participants for its Jolly Jingle Holiday Lighted Parade on December 6, with awards for best floats and a warning about fake parade social media pages.

Mayor Brandon Johnson spoke at the UN about what he sees as human rights violations in Chicago, criticizing federal immigration and SNAP policy changes.

The Hawthorne-by-the-Sea restaurant in Swampscott is closing, with town officials discussing future uses of the property, including a possible short-term lease. An auction of restaurant contents is also taking place.

Travelers should expect nightly closures of eastbound Sky Harbor Boulevard at Phoenix Airport from Nov 9-18 due to construction; detours are in place.

The FAA reduces flights due to the government shutdown, causing delays and cancellations at Phoenix Sky Harbor and other airports, while Mesa Gateway remains calm. Holiday travel may face further strain, and a UPS crash at CVG is under investigation.

The Goldfield Trading Post in Midtown Sacramento is closing due to financial challenges, with its last show on November 23. The venue has been a country music spot for over a decade.

Galveston launches a new cruise terminal, expecting a surge in tourism and cruises, with the MSC Seascape relocating there, bringing local-themed attractions and economic benefits.

The RTA announced there will be no fare hikes or service cuts for Chicago transit due to expected revenue from a new bill, which also adds $1.5 billion in funding.

October's announced layoffs hit a 22-year high, with tech and warehousing leading cuts that could ripple through Chicago's workforce.

ZaZiBar and Zaz in Boston have closed some locations, but the original ZaZ remains open. They thanked supporters on Instagram and announced a mobile service, ZaZ On Wheels, and a new restaurant in Rhode Island.