Barnes & Noble is opening a new store in Chicago's Wicker Park on July 31, marking its continued expansion in the city with a space in the former Noel State Bank building.

Harry Styles has opened a pop-up shop in Chicago for his beauty brand, Pleasing, which offers a variety of products, including a new nail polish collection and themed ice cream flavors.

Alaska Airlines introduces its first nonstop service from Portland to New Orleans, enhancing connectivity and catering to cultural and business travel needs.

Hyundai plans to produce its IONIQ 5 EV in a new Georgia plant, starting by late 2023, ahead of schedule. The facility is expected to create 8,500 jobs but faces potential labor shortages.

The Atlanta City Council approved a $7.5 million relief fund for businesses affected by recent water main breaks, aiming to cover losses and wages. Applications open June 24 with a deadline of July 8.

Fallow Kin, a new restaurant focusing on sustainability and community engagement, will open in the former Craigie on Main space in Cambridge in late 2024.

Two mixed-use projects, The Edge and The Sydney, are under development in Scottsdale, with a focus on retail and entertainment catering to the millennial demographic.

Scarecrow Video in Seattle faces potential closure without $1.8 million in financial aid to continue operating and pay staff living wages; it's a vital cultural institution for cinephiles.

April's sports betting in Arizona surged 22.5%, exceeding $656 million, partly due to the Final Four basketball tournament, outpacing Nevada's bets for the month. Online betting dominated, with FanDuel and DraftKings leading the market.

The Peach Truck accused Kroger of using their marketing material without permission, which Kroger acknowledged and apologized for, not planning any legal action.

An overflow of parked Tesla cars, including Cybertrucks, in Scottsdale, AZ, sparks speculation about reduced electric vehicle demand and Tesla's sales model.

Ham'N Goodys bakery in East Tennessee announces the closure of its Clinton Highway and Sevierville stores due to business challenges, while other locations remain open.

Illinois exports hit a record $78.7 billion in 2023, with the state maintaining its position as a top Midwest exporter and ranking fifth in the U.S. This growth is partly due to a thriving Mexican market and support from the DCEO's trade programs.