Hyundai is set to begin IONIQ 5 electric SUV production in Georgia this fall, part of a $7.6 billion investment aiming to create 8,500 jobs and make 300,000 EVs annually.

CenterPoint Energy customers in Indiana will get a new billing system in July, featuring a redesigned bill, new self-service options, and a fresh online interface. Automatic bill pay users must update their account information to avoid disruption.

Black entrepreneurs in Atlanta face significant barriers to funding despite a growth in Black-owned businesses. Historical issues and high-interest loan conditions are major obstacles as reported by WABE.

A semi-truck overturn on an interstate ramp in Memphis caused significant traffic disruptions and closure of the southbound ramp onto I-240 near the I-55 junction early Thursday morning.

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.