Costco's stock of gold bars sold out quickly amid record-high gold prices, with shoppers valuing the investment and perks provided by the retailer, despite warnings about gold's investment risks.

Aqua Services, Inc. settled with the U.S. Attorney's Office following ADA complaints, agreeing to improve access for disabled customers to its telephone service line.

Earthbound Beer on Cherokee Street in St. Louis will close on December 8 after a decade in business, citing decreased production and a shift in future plans.

Eaze, a prominent Bay Area cannabis startup, will shut down by December 31, 2024, after selling off its assets and laying off nearly 500 workers. CEO Cory Azzalino confirmed the closure amid California's challenging cannabis market.

Michigan sees a 12-cent drop in gas prices, with an average of $3.35 per gallon due to lower demand and increased supply.

Big Lots announces the closure of 46 stores, including a Columbus location, amid Chapter 11 bankruptcy and plans to sell its operations to Nexus Capital Management.

H-E-B is introducing a tap-to-pay system in Texas stores, offering contactless payment options like Apple Pay to enhance the customer shopping experience.

Elevate Coffee Co. in North Phoenix celebrates its 14th anniversary with community festivities and reflects on its role as a local gathering spot and contributor to global causes.

Press Coffee, a Phoenix-based roaster, acquired a coffee farm in Panama's Volcan Valley, allowing direct management from farm to cup and introducing unique flavors to their offerings.

Charlotte's FY2023 CBI Annual Report shows a $2.85M investment in MWSBE bond contracts to promote economic diversity, an increase in professional services spending, and improvements in training and support for local businesses.

A Michigan woman won a $2 million "Colossal Cashword" lottery prize and opted for a lump sum payment. She intends to use the money for bills and her children's future.

Costco has added platinum bars and coins to its offerings, with each 1-ounce bar costing $1,089.99, and has placed purchasing limits on these items for its members.

The NWS forecasts gusty winds up to 50 mph in Minnesota, calming later with rising temperatures and clear skies for the week. Fire risk is elevated due to dry conditions.