Warmer winter weather creating headaches for businesses that rely on seasonal tourism
Many businesses in U.S. states that rely on winter tourism are losing money as record-breaking warm temperatures impact at least seven cities across the country.
Popular Aldi holiday Kringle recalled in 5 states over nut allergy concerns
Some Raspberry Kringles sold at Aldi stores have been recalled in Iowa, Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota and Wisconsin because of possible presence of pecans.
Michigan city bans gas leaf blowers in unanimous vote
Gas-powered leaf blowers are expected to be used less in one Michigan city after its council approved a ban that fully goes into effect in 2028.
Panda Express customer allegedly attacks employee over food quality
A man has been charged after he allegedly stabbed one Panda Express employee, and punched another in the head in a St. Louis suburb restaurant last week.
Ex-NFL star Christian Ponder quarterbacking the change of the 'dumb jock' narrative in business
Former Minnesota Vikings quarterback Christian Ponder has shifted his focus from getting into the end zone to getting into boardrooms with his new venture.
Democratic Minnesota governor says state's rebate checks getting federally taxed is 'bulls---'
Democratic Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz called "bulls---" on Wednesday when responding to the IRS decision to tax Minnesotans on a rebate check.
Payments to displaced East Palestine residents to stop after one-year anniversary
Norfolk Southern has announced it will will soon stop paying relocation aid to people who were forced to move out in East Palestine, Ohio, in February following a fiery derailment.
Video shows Michigan mom punching store clerk in front of 1-year-old daughter: police
Police say a young Michigan mother attacked a grocery store clerk after she was not helped at the self-checkout Tuesday in St. Clair Shores, Michigan.
GM requiring salaried workers return to office starting in January
Tens of thousands of General Motors employees will be returning to the office in the new year, the automaker confirmed Wednesday.
2 aircraft clip wings at Chicago's O'Hare International Airport; FAA investigating
The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating after GoJet and SkyWest aircraft clipped wings at Chicago O’Hare International Airport on Tuesday.
'A Christmas Story' house gets new owner amid the holiday season
A Christmas Story House & Museum now has a new owner: Cleveland, Ohio, native Josh Dickerson. The house from the movie, "A Christmas Story," operates as a bed and breakfast.
McDonald's spinoff restaurant 'CosMc's' opening in Chicago
The fast-food giant McDonald’s is set to debut a new spinoff restaurant called "CosMc's" in a Chicago suburb. The venue will likely serve coffee, iced teas, lemonades and slushies.
Iowa Lottery posts wrong Powerball numbers — but mistaken winners can keep winnings
A blunder by the Iowa Lottery resulted in the wrong winning numbers being published after Monday's draw with the accidental losers getting to keep their winnings
Woman who threw food at Chipotle employee can work off jail time at fast-food restaurant, judge says
An Ohio woman convicted of assault after throwing her Chipotle order at an employee was given the chance to work off her jail time by getting a fast-food job.
US Steel announces plans to lay off hundreds at southern Illinois mill
Up to 1,000 jobs are on the chopping block for U.S. Steel Corporation's Granite City Works mill in southern Illinois, the company announced this week.
Michigan man wins big bucks on $1 ticket in state's lottery jackpot
A 38-year-old resident from Wayne County, Michigan, dropped his coffee in shock after learning that he would be taking home the jackpot worth $472,295 from the state lottery.
Best wedding gift ever: Michigan couple wins $1 million day after getting married
A Michigan man won $1 million off a scratcher ticket the day after his wedding. The winner said he bought the ticket and gave to his bride to scratch off.
Group of Michigan co-workers hit Powerball after playing together for 14 years
A group of four co-workers from Calhoun County, Michigan, finally matched four balls and hit the Powerball, which won them $100,000, the Michigan Lottery reported.
Animal rescue seeks info on puppy abandoned by Southwest counter at Indianapolis International Airport
Indiana-based Speedway Animal Rescue said a puppy, who they named Boeing, was found abandoned in a dog carrier at Indianapolis International Airport.
Biden to meet with UAW president, tout Stellantis plant reopening
President Biden plans to meet with union boss Shawn Fain on Thursday, following a labor deal in which the Detroit Three will agree to a 25% pay hike, as well as improved retirement packages.