Utah's business climate is ranked among the strongest in the nation for 2025, driven by 4.5% GDP growth and a pro-business regulatory environment. Key factors include targeted incentive programs like EDTIF, a young and educated workforce, and a thriving aerospace and defense sector anchored by Hill Air Force Base.

A Virginia man, Joseph P. Gorman Jr., pleaded guilty to grand theft after spending over $297,000 accidentally sent to him by a Boca Raton business. Gorman was sentenced to four years of probation and ordered to pay restitution for the funds he used for personal expenses between June and October 2024.

Hip-hop artist Andy Mineo discusses the importance of ownership and leverage in the modern music industry. Mineo shares insights on navigating record deals, building a sustainable career, and the value of retaining creative and financial control in an evolving digital landscape.

Miami-Dade County's 'SPD Small & Local Business Show' features Ana M. Rioseco discussing the county's procurement process. The episode aims to demystify government contracting for local entrepreneurs, explaining vendor registration and how to competitively bid for public projects to foster local economic growth.

The SCV Small Business Development Center hosts a webinar titled 'Get Your Business Game-Ready' to help local businesses prepare for opportunities surrounding the 2026 World Cup and 2028 LA Olympics. City officials will discuss procurement processes and the RAMP portal for vendor registration.

Sports business expert Marc Ganis weighs in on the Chicago Bears' potential pivot to Hammond, Indiana, for a new stadium after plans for Arlington Heights stalled. Ganis discusses the leverage this move gives the team and the economic implications for both Illinois and Indiana.

The Public Policy Institute of California examines whether the state's reputation for being unfriendly to business is justified, citing strict regulations as a potential barrier to new business starts. The report analyzes the impact of California's regulatory environment on entrepreneurship and economic dynamism compared to other states.

A group of investors has filed a $3 million lawsuit against Ninkasi Holding Co., Oregon's second-largest craft brewery, and its business partner, alleging misrepresentations during a merger deal. The plaintiffs claim they were misled about the financial health and strategic direction of the company, which recently merged with Wings and Arrow to form Great Frontier Holdings. Ninkasi's leadership has dismissed the lawsuit as a baseless 'shakedown', asserting they are fully indemnified.

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Non-governmental organization Sneha celebrates 40 years of suicide prevention in Chennai, having evolved from a skeptical reception to a vital 24/7 support service. Founded by Dr. Lakshmi Vijayakumar, the volunteer-run organization has handled over 1.5 million calls and played a key role in policy changes, including the decriminalization of suicide attempts in India.

The Better Business Bureau and FTC highlight a surge in unwanted calls, with Tennessee ranking second in the nation for complaints per capita. The top categories for these nuisance calls include debt reduction, impostor scams, and medical alert schemes. Experts recommend registering numbers on the National Do Not Call Registry and using call-blocking apps to mitigate the intrusion, though scammers often bypass these measures using spoofing technology.

Walmart reported a 4.7% increase in annual revenue to $713.2 billion, driven by strong e-commerce growth and gains among high-income households. While the retail giant's net income rose 12.6% to $21.9 billion, CEO John Furner noted that lower-income consumers remain under pressure, continues to manage spending paycheck to paycheck amid persistent inflation.

Blue Owl Capital shares dropped 9% following the firm's decision to halt quarterly redemptions for its $1.4 billion OBDC II fund, transition instead to structured periodic distributions. Analysts view the move as a protective measure for long-term investors during the fund's wind-down phase, despite broader market concerns about liquidity in the $3 trillion private credit sector.

Hollywood journalist The Ankler exposes massive spending in WGA public disclosure filings, including an $80,000 business card expense. The report also criticizes CBS's handling of an interview with Texas Senate candidate James Talarico on Stephen Colbert's show, highlighting ongoing tensions over 'equal time' regulations and corporate interference in political broadcasting.

Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson is leading a 'Y’all Street' delegation to New York City to pitch the North Texas city as America’s premier destination for financial services and innovation. The two-day mission aims to attract New York-based firms to the rapidly growing Dallas financial sector, which recently gained national attention for the launch of the Texas Stock Exchange.

The Billings Heights Business Association has successfully regrouped with a new board dedicated to enhancing the local community and seeking a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district. The association aims to support business growth and public improvements in the Heights, marking a renewed commitment to the area's economic development after a period of dormancy.

Wine industry veteran Jeff Clark will lead a quarterly finance roundtable at Emeritus Vineyards in Sebastopol, focusing on business financing strategies and market innovation for 2026. The event, hosted by the Wine Business Group, aims to provide collaborative networking and strategic insights for vintners navigating a changing global market.

A coalition of Los Angeles business leaders has submitted over 79,000 signatures to qualify a ballot measure that would repeal the city's $742 million Business Gross Receipts Tax in 2026. Proponents argue the repeal is essential to halt the exodus of employers from LA and provide relief to small and minority-owned businesses struggling with high operating costs.

The Worcester Board of Health is weighing changes to tobacco retail regulations, including the potential removal of a 500-foot buffer zone between businesses to provide more regulatory flexibility. The board is working to balance local economic interests with public health priorities, particularly in low-income neighborhoods that have historically faced disproportionate health impacts from smoking.

Washington County business leaders are gearing up to capitalize on the massive economic influx expected from the upcoming NFL Draft in Pittsburgh. Over 300 local representatives gathered to discuss strategies for attracting tourists and securing vendor contracts, viewing the event as a prime opportunity to showcase the region's broader business potential beyond the city limits.

Pitt softball standout Ahmari Braden is leveraging her collegiate success to launch a new cosmetics business, demonstrating the entrepreneurial potential of modern student-athletes. Braden, who led her team in batting average last season, is balancing her athletic commitments with her new role as a business owner in the beauty industry.

The Trump family's business has filed federal trademark applications for potential airport naming rights, including 'President Donald J. Trump International Airport' and the specific airport code 'DJT'. The strategic filings suggest a proactive effort to secure the former president's brand for major infrastructure projects, potentially targeting airports in states with strong political ties. While no specific location has been confirmed, the move highlights the family's ongoing expansion of the Trump brand into the public sector.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to headline Day 4 of the India AI Impact Summit, marking a major moment for the global tech conference. The PM's address will be joined by high-profile presentations from OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, DeepMind's Demis Hassabis, and Reliance Chairman Mukesh Ambani. As part of a massive investment push, tech giants including Google and Nvidia have already announced significant subsea cable projects and hardware partnerships aimed at accelerating India's artificial intelligence infrastructure.

Quality Assessment: Operational Strengths Amid Profitability Concerns Zee Entertainment, a key player in the Media & Entertainment sector, continues to demonstrate operational resilience with a robust annual operating profit growth rate of 30.46%. This indicates the company’s ability to expand its c.

The recently renovated Fresh Pizza, Tandoor and Grill, located near the pool at Tanoa International Hotel, is the place to be if one wants to experience the real hand-stretched pizzas cooked in the open fire oven and tandoori dishes authentically cooked in the tandoor oven. This poolside dining blen.

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The Federal Communications Commission requested transcripts of Bad Bunny's Super Bowl halftime show from NBC after Republican lawmakers suggested it could violate federal indecency regulations, a member of the commission told Reuters Feb. 18.

Latest report on Affordability will be 'the issue' for 2026: Daniel Turner. Coverage by Fox Business.

HELENA — As the Carroll College men's basketball team looks toward its final games of the regular season this weekend, MTN Sports' Jonny Walker sat down with Fighting Saints coach Dan Pearson. A full transcript from the video interview with Pearson is available below: MTN Sports: You got your final .

NEW YORK — A New York City man who attempted to claim ownership of the New Yorker Hotel has pleaded guilty to fraud, ending a lengthy legal saga involving an obscure tenant law that allowed the man to live rent-free for years in the storied Manhattan hotel. Mickey Barreto entered the plea Wednesday,.

Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates has canceled his keynote address at the India AI Impact Summit in New Delhi following the recent release of DOJ documents detailing past communications with Jeffrey Epstein. While the Gates Foundation cited a desire to maintain focus on the summit's priorities, the sudden withdrawal follows fresh criticism of Gates's historical relationship with the convicted financier. The summit itself has faced additional setbacks, including organizational challenges and a widely publicized incident involving an inauthentic Chinese-made robodog.

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(KMAland) -- Iowa Western rolled past SWCC, while Creighton and Kansas State were also winners in regional college basketball on Wednesday. Check out the scores and linked boxscores below.

WASHINGTON — Northrop Grumman’s chief executive said today that the company has no plans to follow L3Harris’ lead to allow the Pentagon to take a financial stake in its solid rocket motors business, but hinted that some of its key suppliers may enter into similar investment agreements with the depar.

A powerful gas explosion at the Electronics for Imaging (EFI) plant in Detroit has left three workers hospitalized and caused a partial collapse of the facility's roof and walls. Preliminary reports indicate that a forklift accidentally struck a gas line, triggering the blast in the rear of the building. Emergency crews and investigators remain on the scene as the company assesses the damage to its operations. The injured workers are currently in stable condition while an investigation into the safety protocols at the site is underway.

LIMA, Ohio (WLIO) — Local leaders and business partners met on Wednesday for training to strengthen their support for entrepreneurs. The “Train the Trainer” session — hosted at the Lima/Allen County Chamber of Commerce — brought together partners from the Small Business Administration and other fede.

Bangladesh’s newly appointed sports minister, Aminul Haque, has signaled a strong desire to mend diplomatic relations with Indian cricket authorities following his country’s exclusion from the 2026 T20 World Cup. The move aims to resolve existing geopolitical tensions that led to Bangladesh’s non-participation and ensure smoother future international sporting collaborations between the two neighbors.

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Latest report on New Swan Valley business offers snowmobile, gear and trailer rentals for outdoor joyrides. Coverage by East Idaho News.

Darius Acuff Jr. #5 of the Arkansas Razorbacks drives to the basket during the first half around Latrell Wrightsell Jr.

Latest report on Tennessee pulls away from Oklahoma late 89-66. Coverage by Yahoo Sports.

Mountain Crest’s Tara Niemann (10) shoots the ball as Pine View’s Kenedy Eves defends Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2026, in Ogden.

Latest report on 'We took the leap': Edgewater small business credits owners' grit, community support for success. Coverage by Denver7.

Small business owners in Johnson County, Kansas, are voicing significant concerns over rising costs driven by tariffs on essential supplies like cocoa and packaging. During a roundtable with U.S. Rep. Sharice Davids, owners highlighted how these financial pressures are impacting leur ability to raise employee wages and maintain business sustainability. The discussion underscored the critical role of small businesses as the backbone of the local economy and the need for greater policy stability.

We review Palacios' football schedule for the 2026 season PALACIOS, Texas- The Palacios Sharks are looking for a fresh start in 2024 after finishing last season with a 2-8 overall record and going 1-6 in district play. This year brings a big change as the Sharks move from Region Four to Region Three.

On the morning of January 21st, I appeared on a program on Nikkei CNBC, a satellite broadcasting channel that specializes in market and economic news. My previous appearance on this program was in December 2024.

TENNERTON, W.Va. — Tied at 18-all midway through the second quarter of a road matchup against Buckhannon-Upshur, Aryon Dodd dialed in from distance to simultaneously quiet a raucous home crowd and push Bridgeport ahead.

Latest report on US tech giants announce India deals at AI summit. Coverage by The Hindu.

Latest report on College Baseball (2/18): Regional teams go 0-2. Coverage by KMAland.com.

Latest report on RTI Reaction: Tennessee Takes Care Of Business Against Oklahoma in Knoxville. Coverage by Rocky Top Insider.