NielsenIQ is exploring a potential $10 billion IPO by 2025, as the market shows increased IPO activity and economic optimism. No final decision has been made by the consumer intelligence firm.

UPMC is laying off around 100 employees and eliminating approximately 200 unfilled positions to optimize its operations, impacting various Central Pennsylvania regions.

Photographers James and Karla Murray released a new book, "Great Bars of New York City," diving into the interiors of historic bars, differing from their prior work documenting NYC storefronts.

Devon Seafood Grill in Rittenhouse Square is closing on January 1 due to an inability to change concepts, affecting 76 employees who may transfer to other Landry's Inc. locations.

Ceremony Coffee Roasters from Annapolis is acquired by Kansas City's FairWave, ensuring continuity in local brand essence with its founder still leading.

A recall for soft cheeses due to potential Listeria contamination has been issued by Savencia Cheese USA, including brands like Aldi and La Bonne Vie.

A Jacksonville polling location closed briefly due to a suspicious package, which was later deemed safe and operations resumed; affected voters were redirected elsewhere.

Balkan Treat Box in Webster Groves has temporarily closed, with no clear reason given for the pause in operation. The Nalic-owned restaurant announced the closure on social media.

Pima County's Economic Development department won a Golden Prospector Award of Merit for their Property Explorer website, which helps site selectors with data-rich, interactive property assessments.

The Pima County Small Business Commission awarded Forbes Meat Company and Arivaca Mercantile in the annual Small Business Awards, with SARSEF also honored.

Maize OTR, a Latin American restaurant in Cincinnati's Over-the-Rhine neighborhood, has closed after six years. Its offerings will move to owner Angel Batista's other venue, Americano.

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel and 50 states reached settlements with Heritage Pharmaceuticals and Apotex for $49.1 million over alleged price-fixing of generic drugs.

The Missouri Baking Company in St. Louis is at risk of closing due to a legal dispute between its co-owners, with one seeking to dissolve the business.