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.

Sprocket Networks is constructing a fiber network in Fort Worth to improve broadband for city facilities and residents, funded by federal and local money, managed by Mighty River LLC, and supported by Digital Alpha.

Henderson's Shop Small event on Nov. 29 highlights local vendors, offering a shopping alternative with live entertainment and special promotions for holiday shoppers.

La-Z-Boy opens a new distribution center in Glendale, marking a significant investment in local infrastructure with a 225,000-square-foot facility and 30 staff members.