Bally's Chicago plans to offer a 25% equity stake to women and minority investors in its new $1.34 billion casino project to fulfill its Host Community Agreement on diversity.

The Phoenix area is anticipating a variety of new restaurants in 2025, including ventures by Pretty Decent Concepts and 151 Hospitality, and notable additions to Scottsdale Fashion Square and the West Valley.

The Culinary Union rejected Virgin Hotels Las Vegas' call for arbitration amidst a strike, with the union organizing events like Noche Cubana to support protesting workers.

Gas prices in Michigan have dropped to $3.03 per gallon, with AAA noting a week-to-week decrease and potential for further reductions if demand falls and supply increases.

Miami's Bayfront Park is set to host a massive New Year's Eve event, expecting 100,000 people, featuring the "Big Orange" climb and performances by artists like Willy Chirino and Arturo Sandoval.

Michigan's impending cage-free egg law effective from December 31, 2024, could drive up egg prices, as noted by retailers, while some local farms already using cage-free systems won’t see a price impact.

Condor Airlines is ending its direct flights from Phoenix to Frankfurt by 2025 due to a German court ruling affecting feeder flight agreements with Lufthansa, impacting Phoenix travelers' European connections.

Arizona becomes a key cybersecurity hub, with a growing workforce, significant economic contribution, and military-backed expertise, reflecting an urgent need for data security and a promising job market.

Tempe Eats, a food hall in Tempe, closes after less than a year in operation, with plans to become an events venue.

The Casba Bar in Broad Ripple, Indianapolis, has closed after almost 40 years. The beloved venue was known for live DJs and cultural events. The reason for its closure is not specified.

Golden Seeds' Arizona chapter supports local startups, focusing on women entrepreneurs, contributing over $2.6 million into ventures and helping founders through "office hours" and collaborative efforts like Arizona Venture Alliance.

Big Lots' potential closure of stores is averted as up to 400 stores are sold, preserving jobs. Variety Wholesalers will buy 200-400 stores, maintaining the Big Lots brand and potentially retaining staff.

Austin's St. Cecilia Soda Company, started during the pandemic, is now thriving. The city's economic climate has fostered around 5,000 new businesses in the past year.