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Senate candidate Sherrod Brown hosts roundtable with small business owners
Next year is shaping up to be a massive election year in Ohio, with a gubernatorial race, as well as a U.S. Senate seat up for grabs.
Science Center of Iowa reopens "Small Discoveries" exhibit
The Science Center of Iowa is reopening its "Small Discoveries" exhibit, featuring new interactive elements for children, after months of renovation.
Arizona bill would force businesses to allow people with concealed guns
A new bill filed would force Arizona businesses to let anyone with a concealed weapons permit to bring their guns inside.
Peoria shopping center to become business district, increase sales tax
Glen Hollow shoppers to pay 1% sales tax to pay for shopping center improvements
Trump moves to dismantle major US climate research center in Colorado
The Trump administration is breaking up the National Center for Atmospheric Research, taking aim at one of the world's leading climate research labs.
UVA Health expands services in Zion Crossroads
UVA Health is expanding its health care services in Zion Crossroads, just off exit 136 on I-64, adding 50,000 appointments.
DEI Challenge Hits State Small Business Credit Initiative, Threatens Funding Opportunities
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‘Bo Schembechler would never stop throwing up’: How Michigan’s scandal reveals college sports’ transformation
Legendary Michigan-based columnist Mitch Albom says Bo Schembechler would be sickened by today's college sports landscape where player poaching and money have replaced loyalty in an era unrecognizable to the iconic coach.
Fans are furious with Netflix for canceling this show
Netflix has revealed the fate of a new comedy drama
Nuno Loureiro, professor and director of MIT’s Plasma Science and Fusion Center, dies at 47
Nuno Loureiro, an MIT professor of nuclear science and engineering and of physics, has died at 47. A theoretical physicist and fusion scientist, and director of the MIT Plasma Science and Fusion Center, Loureiro studied complex problems at the center of fusion vacuum chambers and at the edges of the universe.
Nuno Loureiro, professor and director of MIT’s Plasma Science and Fusion Center, dies at 47
Nuno Loureiro, an MIT professor of nuclear science and engineering and of physics, has died at 47. A theoretical physicist and fusion scientist, and director of the MIT Plasma Science and Fusion Center, Loureiro studied complex problems at the center of fusion vacuum chambers and at the edges of the universe.
‘Beloved’ sports reporter among two found dead as police investigate apparent murder-suicide
A news reporter in Alabama was found dead in an apparent murder suicide, according to authorities.
Man injured in apparent road rage shooting near Nashville business park
So far, officers report that one person was injured and transported to Skyline Medical Center for treatment.
Get a 65-inch 4K QLED Samsung Smart TV for less than $500 at Walmart right now
Right now, you can score this 65-inch Samsung TV at Walmart for just $448 — that is $152 off.
Dunn Economic Development announces recipients of Dunn County Small Business Development Grant
The grant has been awarded to 27 small businesses and startups across Dunn County.
Legendary radio host claims politics split Mets’ clubhouse: ‘It started over Trump’
The sports radio legend reveals that differing views on President Trump created tension between key Mets players
Trump's immigration policies are hurting Minneapolis small businesses, owners say
Former WBRC reporter Christina Chambers among 2 found dead in Hoover home
WBRC 6 News has confirmed former WBRC Reporter Christina Chambers is one of the two people found dead in a Hoover home Tuesday morning.
Watch Carrollton vs. Buford in Georgia 6A football championship: Live stream
The game begins at 7 p.m. on Tuesday at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.
Beloved ‘90s sitcom to come back for second reunion special
The cast of this iconic sitcom will reunite for a special with new unaired material from its original run.
Metro Atlanta health facility owners indicted for stealing over $1.4 million in Medicaid, AG says
"They’re abusing a program that’s meant to care for our most vulnerable Georgian," the attorney general said.
Republican former ally blasts Trump on Reiner’s death: ‘Not about politics’
The Republican responded sharply to the President Donald Trump's statement, in which he said Reiner's death was due to a "mind crippling disease known as TRUMP DERANGEMENT SYNDROME."
‘Harry Potter’ star reportedly joining the cast of ‘The White Lotus’ season 4
A 'Harry Potter' alum is reportedly in talks to star in season 4 of 'The White Lotus'
Ohio audit: Cleveland State, nine other universities not compliant with ‘science of reading’ law
Ten Ohio colleges and universities – including many of the state’s largest – aren’t following a new state law to train future educators only in the phonics-based “science of reading” method of teaching kids to read.
Nick Gross joins Westbrook in leading $1B OKC entertainment district, soccer stadium
U.S. investor Nick Gross is joining Sacramento Kings G Russell Westbrook in backing a new entertainment district in Oklahoma City anchored by a new soccer stadium.
Inside Apple’s iPhone Road Map, From Foldable Screens to Curved Glass Cases
The iPhone family is growing again. Over the next two years, Apple is planning a major expansion of its smartphone product line that could see it selling at least seven new models of its flagship device by fall 2027, up from five iPhone models today, according to multiple people working directly ...
Unique bonus categories on business cards
Business rewards cards often earn elevated rates on business-specific spending categories. Here are the most interesting ones.
North Carolina opens grant applications for small businesses in research, tech development
North Carolina is now accepting applications for a new round of grants through the One North Carolina Small Business Program, a key funding source for small com
The smartphone market is expected to shrink in 2026 due to rising chip, memory costs
According to a new report, the smartphone market as a whole is expected to shrink in 2026 due to the...
iOS 26.3 adds new iPhone wallpaper section, expands gallery
iOS 26.3 beta 1 has arrived, bringing smaller changes including the wallpaper gallery expanding with a new dedicated Weather section.
Northwest researchers find 6-million-year-old ice — the oldest on Earth
To find the oldest ice on the planet researchers had to go somewhere that’s been cold for a long time — where the ice builds up in layers instead of melting away.
Small Business Holiday Trends To Watch This Year
2024 was a rebound year for small businesses.
Rising memory costs are about to test buyers' patience
AI-nflation: Rising DRAM and NAND prices are squeezing handset makers and threatening a fragile market recovery
Casino smoking battle faces fresh scrutiny as judges cite new science, new realities
Dealers and other gaming employees argue New Jersey's exemption allowing smoking in casinos contradicts constitutional protections
State Farm Arena named among top 10 venues globally for live entertainment
It’s the third year in a row it's made the cut.
3 AI Applications Your Business Can Use This Year With Confidence
Chatbots, AI Assistants and Virtual Receptionists are ready for use by small business.
PayPal quietly makes bigger moves into business banking
Small businesses have always faced the same brutal truth: banks don't want to lend to them. They're too risky, the loan amounts are too small, and the
Apple Best Positioned to Weather DRAM Price Surge, Says Counterpoint
Apple and Samsung are best equipped to handle rising memory chip costs that could drive down global smartphone shipments by 2.1% in 2026, according to new data from Counterpoint Research. Image credit: iFixit In its latest projection for the smartphone market next year, the firm has downgraded its forecast from a previously expected 0.45% growth, citing a memory shortage that has pushed component costs up 10% to 25%.
How rising health care costs are affecting Texans
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas is dropping UT Southwestern Medical Center and Texas Health Services as in-network for one of its HMO plans.
Business listings: See the new businesses, including two new eateries
See a list of filings in Onondaga, Madison and Cayuga counties.
N.J. tax authorities close P’burg-area pizzeria that’s been in business for nearly 20 years
The New Jersey Division of Taxation posted a seizure notice at the restaurant on Nov. 19
Nurses who retired from Kalamazoo hospital will lose health care benefits Dec. 31
Without the payments, retirees will have to pay hundreds to thousands more each year, according to the Michigan Nurses Association.
Bluetooth 6.0: What You Need to Know About the Future of Wireless Headphones
Bluetooth got a major upgrade, and it's already showing up in phones and headphones. Here's what to expect and what we're still waiting for.
Business owners should consider these strategies to reduce their future taxes
In the wake of a tax and spending bill, business owners should reconsider how they invest and how their companies are structured.
Digging up Shreveport’s past, one small find at a time in privy pits and beyond
History isn’t just taught — it’s unearthed. Meet the curator who finds Shreveport’s past in drawers, dirt and old outhouse pits.
Crews respond to fire at Woodville business
Investigators believe the fire started in the grinding room of the aluminum castings business.
PayPal applies to form its own bank to expand small-business lending
The move follows a broader push for financial deregulation under President Trump that has allowed digital asset companies to obtain preliminary banking charters.
Kenner business owner in cancer remission arrested in Operation Catahoula Crunch
Cremilsa Caetano, 47, is a mother of three with health issues
Cannon drives Science Park to win over West Caldwell Tech
Cannon drives Science Park to win over West Caldwell Tech
Speaker Mike Johnson battles with GOP centrists over expiring health care subsidies
Speaker Mike Johnson is facing a possible revolt from a small bloc of GOP centrists this week over the looming expiration of Covid-era Obamacare subsidies — which will spike premiums for tens of millions of Americans in 2026.
Miller-Meeks says her health care bill would address ‘root causes’ of high premiums
U.S. Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks said Monday the health care bill she is leading in the U.S. House would address the “root causes” behind rising health care premiums while not seeking to extend Affordable Care Act subsidies.
iOS 26.3 Beta 1 Features: What's New So Far
Apple is testing iOS 26.3, the next version of iOS 26 that will launch around January. Since iOS 26.3's testing is happening over the holidays, it is a smaller update with fewer features than we've seen in prior betas. We've rounded up what's new so far, and we'll add to our list with subsequent betas if we come across any other features.
Legacy Health strike grows as 80 urgent care, pediatric care providers plan walkouts
Nurse practitioners and physician associates at Legacy-GoHealth clinics and pediatric care plan two-day walkouts.
LG quietly added an unremovable Microsoft Copilot app to TVs
The latest place you may find Microsoft Copilot is on your LG smart television, whether you want it or not.
Fire damages Aliquippa sausage business
Smoke filled the air in Aliquippa on Monday afternoon as firefighters worked to put out flames inside an area business.
Better Business Bureau warns of Labubu toy scams targeting holiday shoppers
Counterfeit versions of popular collectible flooding online marketplaces as demand soars
Lexington restaurant owner says ongoing construction hurting business
A Lexington restaurant owner says business is down 50 percent for the month of November due to the double crossover diamond construction project on Leestown Road.
Pending vote could bring entertainment complex to Albany Mall
A tennis center proposed years ago in Albany is moving closer to reality after a local investor offered to donate property near the Albany Mall for the project.
OnePlus Turbo may have a battery so big that even the OnePlus 15 will seem underpowered
OnePlus started teasing a new smartphone series that may feature truly giant batteries.
‘Landman’ star ‘never leaves’ set, even when he’s not working
A 'Landman' star enjoys hanging around set and watching his costars perform
PayPal applies to form bank that can offer small business loans and savings accounts
PayPal has applications pending with the state of Utah and the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation to establish PayPal Bank.
Prominent Peoria business files for bankruptcy to restructure COVID-related debt
A statement from Peoria Charter owner and CEO James Wang said the company will continue “normal business operations” as it restructures its debt.
Newsom appoints ex-CDC officials to lead California’s new public health network
Dr Susan Monarez to head PHNIX, a response to Trump administration’s dismantling of public health safeguards
PayPal Deepens Small Business Lending Push With PayPal Bank
PayPal said it is ready to venture deeper into small business lending. The company applied to the Utah Department of Financial Institutions and the
Digital health companies are already courting ACCESS
The government program would pay participating Medicare providers and suppliers a fixed amount to manage patients' chronic issues.
Want to support small businesses this holiday season? Start with how you shop.
Skip the one-day shipping. A small-business expert shares how shoppers can help small brands grow through slower spending and thoughtful purchases.
Oregon State’s NIL management deal with Blueprint Sports is officially dead
Fans who donated to Dam Nation will see that money go directly back into OSU athletics, the school says.
Access Health CT experiencing delays on final enrollment deadline day
Connecticut residents rushing to sign up for health insurance before tonight’s deadline are experiencing delays on the Access Health CT website and phone lines due to heavy traffic on the final day of enrollment.
National pizza chain files for bankruptcy after 25 years in business
The chain was once backed by NBA all-star Kevin Durant. Now, it's struggling to stay afloat.
Baystate Health warns of $146M yearly hit to its finances of Trump policy bill
The Baystate leader said the health care landscape in Western Massachusetts is certain to change.
World Juniors Pre-Tournament Series comes to North Star Sports and Entertainment Network
World Juniors Pre-Tournament Series comes to North Star Sports and Entertainment Network
World Juniors Pre-Tournament Series comes to North Star Sports and Entertainment Network
World Juniors Pre-Tournament Series comes to North Star Sports and Entertainment Network
Chippewa County Hazmat team called in to assess strong odor at local business
There are no reported injuries.
Local business surprised with order for ornaments that ended up on the White House Christmas Tree
A small 3D printing shop in Miami unknowingly helped to decorate the White House for this year’s holiday season.
Watch Creekside vs. Benedictine in Georgia 4A select football championship: Live stream
The game begins at 7 p.m. on Monday at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.
Iowa Farmers Union says rising health care costs are threatening farm families
Iowa farmers are sharing concerns about health care costs.
Amherst astronomers to explain winter solstice science at campus Sunwheel
Astronomer Stephen Schneider will lead the morning session and Grant Wilson will join the evening event. T
LG Quietly Installs Microsoft Copilot on Its Smart TVs—And You Can't Delete It
LG TV owners are not happy about the AI app showing up unannounced, becoming a permanent fixture on their homescreen.
In 2025, tech giants decided smart glasses are the next big thing
As we near the end of 2025, it's becoming increasingly apparent that smart glasses are going to be the next "big" thing. Here's why.
Chicago small business advocate pushes for less red tape
(The Center Square) – Small Business Advocacy Council President Elliott Richardson prides himself on tirelessly pushing the envelope when it comes to making life more bearable for Chicago small business owners. “Small businesses really could use a point person at City Hall to help them through the process,” Richardson told The Center Square.
How smart small business owners are planning for a successful 2026 — even on a tight budget
Affordable small business internet, strategic spending, and investing in people help owners like Amanda Hofman and Sara McCarthy prepare for success.
OPB’s First Look: Women’s sports could be an economic win for Portland
How the WNBA and NWSL could factor into the city's post-pandemic economy. Here's your First Look at Monday's news.
50 Years of the Paisley Family Business
Danny Paisley’s latest album, 'Bluegrass State of Mind,' showcases and celebrates the bluegrass tradesman’s staying power.
2025 Has Been a Year of Unraveling Progress in Health
From vaccine hostility to the dismantling of USAID, the consequences of this year’s retrenchments will be felt for years to come.
Readers respond: Business-friendly Oregon falters on land development
Letters to the Editor can be submitted to letters@oregonian.com with full name and place of residence.
Susan B. Anderson turned a passion for knitting into a family business
Anderson and her son, Evan Anderson, run Barrett Wool Co., a small business that sells knitting patterns, kits and wool yarn.
iOS 26.2’s Home app has a new upgrade for adding accessories
Apple is rumored to launch five new Home products in the year ahead, and ahead of that renewed smart home...
Oregon’s economy is struggling, but its women’s sports industry could be a lifeline
The state’s economy has yet to recover from the pandemic, but leaders hope the success of women’s sports can help spark economic growth while preserving its grassroots culture.
Great Lakes Science Center launches winter activities
Great Lakes Science Center is offering hands-on winter activities for families.
Heisman Trophy: Vanderbilt QB Diego Pavia apologizes for 'disrespectful' post
Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia had a lot to say after his controversial post drew negative attention
‘Duck Dynasty’ star gets health update after tough year
The news on a recent "Unashamed " podcast.
SPONSORED Premium rewards, zero hassle: The business card that helps you grow
With Capital One's Venture X Business card, small business owners skip the complexity of other premium cards and turn everyday spending into real momentum.
Silhouette Shoppe receives $200k small business grant from state
QUINCY — The Silhouette Shoppe, an intimate apparel boutique located at 117 N. Sixth St., was awarded a $204,010 small business grant last month through the Small Business Capital and Infrastructure Grant Program. Nearly $10 million in total was awarded to 47 businesses throughout the state to support capital improvement and infrastructure projects. The Silhouette...
Science in a French City, Which I Shall Not Name
It has a beautiful historic center with typical old European streets and an impressive number of museums. It is a delightful area of narrow cobbled streets, small charming squares, and beautiful old buildings. It is a very old city—more than 2,000 years old. It is a green city with many parks. There are 14 churches and cathedrals in this city, although over the years it has become less Christian and more Muslim. [Alex Gordon]
Growing GLP‑1 drug costs squeeze Minnesota employers and health plans
The Metropolitan Airports Commission recently moved to cut coverage for weight loss medications, citing cost concerns.
MSI MEG X870E Godlike X Edition Review
MSI aims for the AMD motherboard crown with one of the most over the top halo tier models we've seen yet. You get a crazy specification with cutting edge features and an equally mad price. But has MSI done enough to beat the competition?
Small Business Promotion Week: Ritzy Glitzy
When Dulce Sarahi Chairez got started doing eyelashes, she had no idea where her business journey would take her.
Xiaomi Smart Band 10 fitness tracker review: Sleek and budget-friendly
A fantastic budget fitness tracker with a lot to offer — slender design, outstanding battery life and an interface you can navigate within minutes.
How Jasmine Crockett, chaotic end to candidate filing period changed North Texas politics
U.S. Rep. Jasmine Crockett's eleventh hour decision to run for Senate highlighted a chaotic end to the candidate filing period for the March 3 primaries. It...