A mother died and her toddler was critically injured after being hit by a car while in a bike lane on West Florissant, with the elderly driver cooperating with police.

NY Attorney General Letitia James' lawsuit against Citibank for failing to protect customers from fraud is allowed to proceed after a judge denied Citibank's dismissal request.

Books Inc., a long-standing Bay Area bookstore chain, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and closed its Berkeley location to reorganize for a sustainable future, and has asked for community support.

Bloomingdale's is closing its San Francisco flagship store, reflecting Macy's retail cutbacks. While the city's mayor remains optimistic about the future, the closure adds to the Westfield San Francisco Centre mall's challenges.

WaFd Bank is exiting the single-family mortgage lending industry, resulting in the layoff of 174 employees, which is 8% of its workforce. The changes are part of a strategic shift announced with first-quarter earnings.

Marigold, a new British-Indian pub by Crown Restaurant Group, is set to open in Cincinnati's Foundry development, offering a blend of UK elegance and Indian flavors.

Miu Miu is set to open its first exclusive store in Dallas's Highland Park Village, filling the former Dior space with its youthful luxury fashion offerings.

Hot Sauce and Pepper, a family-owned vegan food truck in Phoenix, faced a setback with a stolen U-Haul but bounced back with community support, now expanding their menu to other restaurants.

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan is offering buyouts to nonunion employees to cut costs, citing high drug prices and healthcare utilization. The insurer aims to reduce administrative expenses by $600 million, facing over $1 billion in losses.

H-E-B adjusts store hours in Texas due to cold weather, with several locations closing early and reopening later to ensure safety during icy conditions.

H-E-B adjusts store hours in Texas due to Winter Storm Enzo, prioritizing safety and anticipating heavy snowfall. Stores close early and plan to reopen later, with updates available via the H-E-B app.

Zaxby's is opening new restaurants in Arizona and Ohio, with plans for six locations in Phoenix and another in Liberty Township, as part of the brand's expansion efforts.

The old Palm Beach International Raceway is on sale again, sparking hope among racing fans for its preservation after plans for a warehouse complex stalled.