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.

Atlantico, a Boston seafood tapas restaurant, has closed due to neighborhood changes and post-Covid dining shifts. Its space was previously Southern Proper, and future plans remain unannounced.

Arhaus furniture store has opened in the space formerly occupied by Lord & Taylor at Westfield Old Orchard Mall, with Zara, Puttshack, and Pottery Barn also set to join the location.

The Vehicle Accessory Group opened a new headquarters and manufacturing plant in Mesquite, Texas, bringing over 600 jobs to the state. Governor Abbott celebrated the $65 million investment during a ribbon-cutting event.

Victor Wembanyama was spotted at an H-E-B filming content, not related to the usual Spurs commercials; Tony Parker was also seen there promoting his wine.

FedEx is closing its Conover, NC, facility, affecting 69 jobs, amid broader business adjustments, offering severance and transfer options to the impacted workers.

ZARA, a global clothing retailer, will open its first North Carolina location at SouthPark Mall in Charlotte in 2026, occupying a prime spot for its U.S. expansion plans.