Chicago's Roscoe Village Rat Hole became a tourist draw, inspiring a range of Etsy merchandise, from cookie cutters to earrings, sparking community events and artistic creations, but causing local resident disturbances.

Chicago's iconic Double Door music venue is set to reopen in the historic Wilson Theater after closing in 2017, with owners renovating a former bank and aiming for a 2024/2025 opening.

Navy Pier in Chicago is set to host its first Valentine’s Day-themed fireworks show on February 10. Festivities include art workshops, dining, and a "Tunnel of Love."

Columbia Sportswear is laying off staff at its Oregon HQ due to economic challenges and a poor fourth quarter. CEO Tim Boyle cites personnel costs outpacing business growth and aims for future savings.

The Four Seasons in Minneapolis offers specialized spa treatments for cancer patients, including therapies like Scar Tissue Release and Lymphatic Support Massage, catering to their unique needs for relaxation and physical support.

Private equity firm Thoma Bravo plans to acquire software company Everbridge for $1.5 billion, aiming for a Q2 2024 closure. Despite struggles with profitability and management changes, Everbridge is a leader in critical event management.

Phoenix has experienced a wave of restaurant and bar closures, including Badlands Bar and Grill, BS West, Parrish's, Grand Avenue Pizza Co., Little Anita's, Flying Basset Brewing, and H.B. Hanratty's, amidst a changing dining landscape.

Portland General Electric issues a major RFP for renewable and non-emitting energy projects to meet Oregon's clean energy goals, with operation start dates between 2025-2027.

Michigan's last horse racing track, Northville Downs, has closed, ending an 80-year run, with the site set for redevelopment. Mobile betting remains available, but the future of in-person racing in the state is uncertain.

Oregon's timber industry, benefiting from 1990s tax cuts, could gain more from a new wildfire fighting fund, while a counter proposal suggests taxing the industry to restore lost public service funding.

Southern California and Tempe hotel workers strike for better working conditions, with the industry's largest U.S. strike ongoing while a major LA hotel reaches a tentative agreement with employees.

Motorists in Michigan are feeling a pinch at the pump as gas prices inch higher, now sitting at an average of $3 per gallon for regular unlead...

The City of Eden Prairie announces job openings for various roles including a 9-1-1 Public Safety Telecommunicator and a Horticulture Specialist, with applications closing soon.