Town authorities have announced closures of local government facilities for Wednesday, February 19, due to severe winter weather forecasts, affecting both administrative operations and public services.

Michigan AG Dana Nessel secured compliance from two companies, Baker’s Best Health and American Master Products, over deceptive marketing, including undisclosed subscription traps and billing for ‘free trials’.

Fort Worth's new Media Production Development Zone receives approval, promising economic growth and job creation through incentives for film industry facilities.

Akasol Inc. will close two Michigan battery plants, affecting 188 jobs, and relocate production to South Carolina, amid industry challenges and cost-cutting measures.

Fred Fitness, a gym with high-tech, AI-powered workout systems, has opened in Santa Monica, offering personalized training and equipment for a unique fitness experience.

Denver opens grant applications for businesses disrupted by city construction, offering up to $15,000 and extra support, focusing on East and West Colfax areas.

Zum Stammtisch's Pork Store in Glendale, Queens, is closing due to rising costs and a declining customer base, a sign of the city's diminishing traditional pork stores. However, the adjacent restaurant remains open.

New York State allocates $32.6 million in FAST NY grants to prepare sites for high-tech manufacturing, with potential further investment proposed in the Executive Budget.

A temporary settlement has ended the King Soopers grocery workers' strike in Colorado, with plans for renewed negotiations until April 2025, and the previous offer from the company is void.

The Herb Chambers Companies are being sold to Asbury Automotive Group for $1.34 billion, including 33 dealerships and other assets across Massachusetts and Rhode Island.

Saks Global closes Neiman Marcus's Dallas HQ to consolidate operations in New York, citing low in-office attendance and cost-saving measures after its acquisition. NexPoint disputes the lease termination.

Arizona officials, including Governor Hobbs, initiated construction of a new wildfire dispatch center in North Phoenix to enhance emergency management.

Gas prices in Michigan decreased by three cents, as reported by AAA, with the average cost now at $3.07 per gallon. Despite this, AAA warns that prices may increase again if demand grows and stocks tighten.