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.

The Heights-area Walmart in Houston is set for a $2.2 million makeover in 2025 to improve layout and online services, part of a citywide renovation of 15 stores.

The U.S. requires certain businesses to disclose ownership info to FinCEN by 2024/2025 to combat financial crimes, with resources available to assist with compliance.

Michigan’s minimum wage is set to increase twice in 2025, with the first rise to $10.56 in January and a significant bump to $12.48 in February following a Supreme Court ruling.

The Port of Oakland reports a 10% increase in cargo volume through November 2024, indicating positive business growth and stabilization post-pandemic.

FinanceBuzz reports on luggage mishandling by airlines, noting American Airlines topped the list in December 2023, contrasted by Delta's low mishap rate. Airports showed varied performance, with stark differences in luggage handling success.

A Wayne County man won a $1 million jackpot from a Wild Cherry scratch-off in the Michigan Lottery. He chose a lump sum payment of about $693,000 before taxes.