The City of Duluth promotes its "New Year, New Career" initiative focused on jobseeker aid via CareerForce's free services, training programs, and a job fair.

Louisiana wins Business Facilities' Platinum Deal of the Year again for Hyundai Steel's $5.8 billion investment in a new steel mill, expected to create over 5,400 jobs in Ascension Parish.

Berkshire Hathaway has closed a $9.7B acquisition of Dallas-based OxyChem, which will stay under current leadership and continue to operate across North America and Latin America.

Two Oak Ridge companies have been awarded $1.8 billion to bolster U.S. uranium enrichment, aiming to enhance energy security and reduce reliance on foreign supplies.

Plaintiffs filed a federal suit in Chicago alleging the McRib's name and shape mislead shoppers into buying a sandwich with no actual rib meat. The complaint seeks class status and damages.

A West Texas tow firm filed Chapter 11 as litigation from a May El Paso crash moves forward. The Subchapter V filing aims to keep operations running during a court-supervised reorganization.

Despite a 4.1% dip in trade volume, the Port of Oakland views the decline as stable, with a rise in exports and efficient operations despite fewer vessel calls.

An Oakland County man won $1 million from the Michigan Lottery's Super Raffle, claiming his prize as a lump sum after purchasing the winning ticket with his brother's help.

Operation Grinch by Oklahoma City Police led to multiple arrests and recovery of stolen goods and illicit drugs, involving various law enforcement units.

Michigan drivers experienced lower gas prices with an average of $2.70 per gallon, down 11 cents from the previous week and significantly less than the past month and year, providing cost savings at the pump.

Wegmans stores in NYC are collecting biometric data of shoppers, prompting privacy concerns. Despite public notification, there's uncertainty about data use and potential legal action.

Las Vegas expects an economic boost from the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in 2026, with hotels charging up to $800 a night, as conventions support the local economy and businesses.

New York Sub, a Dallas sandwich shop, is set to close at February's end due to challenges from the booming real estate market. Owner Kelley seeks community support to save or celebrate the establishment.