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Kaylee Hottle, deaf \'Godzilla\' actor, killed in car crash at 18
Kaylee Hottle, a deaf actor known for her roles in two “Godzilla” films, has died in a car crash in Maryland. She was 18. The Frederick County Sheriff's Office reports
Memorial Health Meadows Hospital temporarily closes most services due to flooding
The hospital said the emergency room, women’s center and The Tommy and Shirley Strickland Cancer Center remain open despite flooding.
Kendrick Perkins makes pitch for LeBron James to join ESPN
The Miami Heat? The Cleveland Cavaliers? The Philadelphia 76ers? The Golden State Warriors? Where will LeBron James land in NBA free agency? Kendrick Perkins has another idea altogether for the unrestricted free agent: ESPN. On Monday’s edition of NBA Today, the ESPN analyst and 2008 NBA champion made his pitch for James to join the…
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Guilford County welcomes new Health and Human Services Deputy Director Quintana Stewart
Quintana Stewart will join Guilford County on July 27 as the new Health and Human Services Agency deputy director, bringing more than two decades of public health leadership.
WNC deputies investigate breaking and entering at business
Seeking identification of a man and woman at the scene
Questions surround Patrick Mahomes' injury recovery for Chiefs
The superstar QB is working his way back from a torn ACL.
Extreme heat is eroding health, productivity and incomes of Dhaka’s informal workers
DHAKA — On June 28, as the afternoon sun beat down on Bangladesh capital Dhaka’s sprawling Tejgaon neighborhood, Samiha Begum gathered her two school-aged children and headed for the shade of Hatirjheel Lake. Their narrow one-room home in a nearby slum had become unbearable. She said, “The room starts heating up as soon as the […]
Four deaths reported in New York City Legionnaires’ disease cluster
A fourth person has died in connection with a cluster of Legionnaires’ disease cases in New York City, city officials said.
Popular travel tech find hits its lowest price of the year
Travelers rely on Apple AirTags to keep tabs on bags and valuables — and this four-pack is now the cheapest it's been all year.
UFC Freedom 250 Fails to Knock Out The Ratings
(Welcome to my weekly streaming ratings report, the single best guide to what’s popular in streaming TV and what isn’t. I’m the Entertainment Strategy Guy, a former streaming executive who now analyzes business strategy in the entertainment industry. If you were forwarded this email, please subscribe to get these insights each week.) If UFC fans wanted one image to say, “Hey, Paramount+ is crushing it with their UFC rights deal,” I could provide that image. Here it is: (Reminder: this is my creation of the Nielsen Top 30, since Nielsen doesn’t combine the lists or include sports. I take all three lists and combine them. Some streaming TV shows probably have higher ratings than many of the films on this list.) Look at that! UFC Freedom 250 is number one! It topped the Nielsen “Top 30” list for shows and films that made the top ten the week of 15-June. So if you’re a UFC fan or supporter of Paramount+, that’s the good news for you this week. This program topped the ratings charts for one week. Everything else is bad news, or at least a huge caveat to that story, which I’ll explain today in the first part of this week’s Streaming Ratings Report—for the weeks of 8-June and 15-June—which is a double issue since I’ve been writing on a bunch of topics recently. UFC Freedom 250 is one of the biggest streaming events of the year, and super relevant to Paramount+’s strategy, so it merited its own article. Let’s dive in! (Reminder: The streaming ratings report focuses on the U.S. market and compiles data from Nielsen’s weekly top ten viewership ranks, Luminate’s Top Ten Data, JustWatch and Reelgood interest data, Samba TV household viewership, company datecdotes, Netflix hours viewed data, Google Trends, and IMDb to determine the most popular content. While most data points are current, Nielsen’s data covers the weeks of June 8th to June 21st 2026. You can find a link to my terminology here.) Subscribe Check Out My Interview on UFC 250 at MMA Draw After you read this article, if you want even more thoughts on UFC and Paramount-Skydance/Paramount+, I did a written interview with MMA Draw. They asked me to answer some questions about UFC Freedom 250, and I was happy to chat with them. Find it here: [ The MMA Draw Newsletter Did Paramount really overpay for the UFC? What the data tells us so far If you know the history of American television, you also know that combat sports is often a leading indicator of the future… Read more a day ago · 10 likes · 1 comment · Nate Wilcox and Zach Arnold ](https://www.themmadraw.com/p/did-paramount-really-overpay-for?utm_source=substack&utm_campaign=post_embed&utm_medium=web) I never thought I’d need a combat sports newsletter in my life, but the good folks at MMA Draw publish an excellent one on UFC, MMA, pro wrestling, boxing and more, analyzing both the sports themselves and the politics, economics and antitrust issues that impact them. Check the article and their newsletter out! Paramount+ Has Its Best Sporting Event of All Time…But Was It Worth It? Before we look at the UFC Freedom 250 data in particular, let’s talk about what we can’t say. Namely, let’s start with the lack of comparisons. First off, I’d love to put a chart out comparing this fight to past UFC fights on Paramount+…but we don’t have the data. This is the first time we’ve gotten Nielsen data about a Paramount+ UFC fight. As far as I can tell, Paramount provided data for the first fight, but it was a proprietary datecdote (saying it had “an average minute audience” of 5 million “views”) and then, for two fights, we got the linear viewership numbers when they aired on CBS, but no streaming data. Everything else was crickets. We also can’t compare this fight to other fights/combat sports on streaming, in particular the MMA and boxing, because Netflix also didn’t use Nielsen to track those events, opting for TVision and VideoAmp, respectively. (This isn’t Paramount’s fault, but does still suck.) We also can’t compare to UFC’s fights that used to be on ESPN+, since we don’t have any data for that, plus Disney+ didn’t have marquee fights. The comparisons would not be apples-to-apples. Can we compare to past Pay-Per-View fights? Absolutely not. The comparisons would absolutely NOT be apples-to-apples. That didn’t stop Paramount+, though, who bragged that their UFC events have reached drastically more people than past PPV fights. Duh. Sorry, but I gotta make this point again. A basic tenet of economics is that the cheaper something becomes, the more people consume or buy it. That’s Econ 101. (Sometimes pundits call things “Econ 101” that are actually like Econ 210 or even PhD-level economics, but no, this is really like first or second class basic economics.) Yet I still see one analytics firm consistently say that more people watch films on streaming than PVOD proves streaming which means that the streaming window is more valuable than the PVOD window. No, it’s not! Same thing here. Pay-Per-View events back in the day could be really, really, really expensive! So whole groups of people pitched in to buy them. That increased the perceived value of, say, the Mike Tyson fight. Or a UFC numbered event. So yes, the fact that Paramount+ makes numbered UFC fights essentially “free” if you’re already a Paramount+ member means consumption will go up. Obviously. Same for Netflix and their boxing matches. They’re talking about fights that used to cost consumers, in some cases, $50 in 1996…which is over $100 in today’s dollars. Over 1.6 million people paid that to watch the Tyson-Holyfield fight! Again, streaming is essentially “free”. Or $10 to $20, depending on what streamer we’re talking about and what tier you’re on. No wonder more people are “watching”. (Plus, Nielsen’s out-of-home viewing also helps these numbers.) UFC Freedom 250 Did Well…But I Have A Lot of Worries So what can we compare the fights to? Well, the good news is Nielsen put out that the fight averaged 7.0 million viewers for UFC Freedom 250, which is a solid number for a fight. We also know the length, at roughly 4 and a half hours. (I saw different run times, but this seems to be the consensus considering it started at 8 pm, had a delay and then finished after midnight on the East Coast. If you assume a shorter run time, then yes, the total hours viewed would go down.) That means I have the two numbers needed to add this to my Nielsen database. And then…I can compare this viewership to the NFL: And, uh, not great. But also within striking distance, mainly because the runtime for this event was so long. I’d also add that this event had viewership equal to a regular season NFL game on streaming, but if anything, it was more comparable to an NFL playoff or Super Bowl-esque event. And you can compare viewership to the top football games on broadcast, cable and streaming, and it’s not impressive at all: We can also compare it to other sports that week, including the NBA Finals and start of the World Cup: Again, not great. The NBA generated roughly four times as many average viewers each game for its NBA Finals. The World Cup has similarly big numbers. Also, that’s just a tiny fraction of the 25 most watched sporting events each week. The NBA, NHL and FIFA World Cup had many, many more games racking up hours. We could also compare this to other streaming programs to get an idea of “is this a good investment?” and here is how it ranks compared to other top Paramount+ programs: The worry here? Well, unlike scripted programming, which has rewatchability, older fights/sporting events have very little library value. Very, very few people are rewatching these fights, especially years from now. Paramount has also released datecdotes bragging about their subscriber numbers. Earlier this year, they claimed that the first UFC fight on Paramount+ brought in 1 million subscribers. Then, in their quarterly earnings report, they only ended up with 700K subs. Not great! They claimed they dropped lower-value international subscribers, but that’s why I tend to discount subscriber additions when they’re leaked to the press.1 I expect we may see a bump again for UFC Freedom 250, but I’d caution using subscriber growth so soon after these events to judge the success, since new subs with high churn (see Peacock) aren’t great either. Also, analysts often want to attribute all subscriber growth to their favorite/pet show, and that just doesn’t make sense. The biggest caveat for UFC Freedom 250 and Paramount’s very first UFC marquee event is that these could be high watermarks for the sport. UFC Freedom 250 had an incredible amount of earned media coverage compared to most UFC fights. I mean, it had wall-to-wall national news coverage in the lead up to the event. (The first fight also had a lot of promotion from Paramount since it was first.) Other fights could reach this bar—say the Conor McGregor return to the Octagon—but they’ll be fewer and far between. Was This Deal Worth It? All to ask: is this Paramount deal worth it? In this case, I think the UFC Freedom 250 numbers are more distracting than helpful. This fight did well and compares well to other top sporting events. But we know that the first marquee event was at least a third smaller, if Paramount’s own data is to be believed. And it’s likely the other fights are much, much, much smaller. And then you get to the paycheck that Paramount-Skydance paid. FIFA’s World Cup cost about the same for Fox, but clearly generated multiples more total viewership. (Though it’s only every four years.) The NBA is much more expensive, but until the playoffs, they likely didn’t pay for itself. Even still, Disney, NBCUniversal and Amazon Prime Video likely overpaid. So, in that context, the NBA may be an overpay that makes the UFC look not so bad. But two overpays don’t make an underpay, to paraphrase the old cliché about wrongs and rights. And looking at UFC Freedom 250 as the likely ceiling of MMA on Paramount+, Paramount-Skydance likely paid too much. Share 1 I would love regular reports on subscriber additions by programs, but as is, it’s mostly leaked or rumored in haphazard ways.
Campaign photo puts Toast on Lenox in political crosshairs
Republican gubernatorial candidate Rick Jackson visited the Atlanta restaurant and posted photos with the co-owner.
Trump and Burnham: Can the two leaders work together?
The BBC's Sarah Smith looks at how the new UK prime minister will manage his most crucial, and perhaps the trickiest, international relationship.
Blackhawks' Connor Bedard weighs in on Patrick Kane return
Bedard just signed a long-term contract in Chicago.
Detroit Lions 2026 Player Profile: Derrick Barnes
One of Detroit’s most overlooked defenders is coming off the best season of his career. Don’t sleep on Derrick Barnes in 2026.
Beer Nut: Two local pilsners hit the spot for summer
Local drinks from Brick & Feather Brewery and Little Willow Brewing Co. help mark what columnist George Lenker calls "the summer of pilsner."
Three brothers accused of setting fire to their South Carolina business
Three brothers are accused of setting fire to the business they owned in South Carolina, according to police.
Wisconsin Health Executive Thomas Westrick to join Morgridge board
Thomas Westrick, a Milwaukee-based veteran executive who most recently led GE Healthcare’s Patient Care Solutions segment, has been elected to the Morgridge Institute for Research Board of Trustees.
🏆 Y! Sports AM: Spain wins the World Cup
Spain's defense got the last laugh over Argentina's bag of magic tricks, as La Roja beat La Albiceleste, 1-0, to win their second World Cup title.
New Mexico health officials encourage parents to update student vaccinations
State health officials reported that about 95% of students statewide received school-required vaccines last year
Blockbuster 3-team NBA trade has one clear winner
After the 3-team NBA trade between the Atlanta Hawks, Dallas Mavericks, and OKC Thunder, one team has emerged as the clear winner.
Most California lawmakers never buck their party. These few do
In California's lockstep Legislature, breaking party ranks is rare. Meet the handful of mavericks who do it anyway
Commentary: Hollywood's guaranteed paydays for stars are bad bets now
Rather than making a summer splash, Disney’s live-action "Moana" remake floundered at the box office. Opening with $43 million domestically against a $250 million production budget, the film is already
Jerry Zezima: In the swim
If Sports Illustrated ever does a male version of its famous swimsuit issue, I could be on the cover for two very good reasons: 1) I just got a stylish
Hendricks gave $25M to MAGA Inc., her largest recorded political donation ever
Many ultrawealthy people got access to President Trump after making major donations to his super PAC, MAGA Inc.
Kenton County Mayors: Rick Wurth of One Quest Health talks about expanded vision and need to 'transform health'
By Patricia A. Scheyer NKyTribune reporter Rick Wurth is the chief executive officer for One Quest Health, formerly the Children’s Home of Northern Kentucky, and he visited the July monthly meeting of the Kenton County Mayors, held in Ludlow, to give an update on the new vision for the organization. He said the new identity...
Dover soccer pub sees boost in business from World Cup
Business has been booming over the past five weeks at the June Cork Pub, a soccer pub in Dover. The pub welcomed back its regular soccer fans and drew in new fans because of the global sensation that is the World Cup.
Health experts warn about uptick in the emergency room with poor air quality
Health experts in southeastern Wisconsin report a surge in emergency room visits for respiratory issues as wildfire smoke continues to affect air quality.
Fayetteville business celebrates 50th anniversary
One Fayetteville business celebrated its 50th anniversary over the weekend.
Scientists Finally Worked Out Why Some Hair Is Curly – And It Starts Beneath The Skin
The science is tricky to untangle.
Hyde Park residents, business owners recovering after floodwaters take over neighborhood
Residents, business owners left to pick up the pieces after extreme flooding impacts Hyde Park.
Thunder trade Lu Dort to Hawks; former No. 1 pick Zaccharie Risacher heads to Mavericks in 3-team deal
California residents can now delete personal data from brokers through new online platform
Tom Kemp, a representative from Cal Privacy, explained the Delete Request and Opt-Out Platform (DROP) on California Politics 360.
California voters to decide on Prop 5 changes to recall election process
Proposition proposes removing the second question from recall ballots and altering how successors are chosen in California.
Sonja Shaw explains why she should be California’s next Superintendent of Public Instruction
Sonja Shaw shared her journey going from concerned parent during COVID-19 to political advocate in a wide-ranging conversation on California Politics 360.
California Politics 360 full episode | Cheating concerns cause 11K drivers to retake test
This month, the DMV sent out letters to thousands of drivers after the agency said it “identified irregularities” in the results of some tests.
Mavericks match Knicks' offer sheet to restricted free agent C Moussa Cisse for 2-year, $4.7 million deal
Eagles Urged to Sign Former Super Bowl MVP Before Season
The Philadelphia Eagles won the Super Bowlwith Josh Sweat, Nolan Smith and game-wrecking edge play that had Patrick Mahomes running for his life. Von Miller, the MVP of Super Bowl 50 who spent last year with the Washington Commanders, could make an interesting fit for the Eagles to upgrade their pass rush, according to Bleacher Report.
NH's Business: Could the life science industry drive NH economy?
Fred Kocher sits down with Lucy Lange with the NH Department of Business & Economic affairs and Andrea Hechavarria with NH Life Sciences about how the life science industry has impacting the state's economy.
NH's Business: Could the life science industry drive NH economy?
Fred Kocher sits down with Lucy Lange with the NH Department of Business & Economic affairs and Andrea Hechavarria with NH Life Sciences about how the life science industry has impacting the state's economy.
California Pizza Kitchen founder says California has become too difficult for entrepreneurs
California Pizza Kitchen co-founder Rick Rosenfield says he'd open in Florida over California today, citing rising labor costs and increased bureaucracy.
Here’s how one family business ended up adopting more than 150 ‘Adopt a Highway’ miles in Minnesota
Patrick and April Mastey are really into roadside cleanup in Stearns County.
Mavs Block Knicks, Match Offer To Keep Promising Young Center
Dallas secured frontcourt depth by matching a $4.7 million offer sheet for Moussa Cissé, preventing the New York Knicks from poaching the defensive specialist after his standout rookie season.
Klay Thompson Gives Promising Update On Warriors Return
The topic of Klay Thompson returning to the Golden State Warriors has become more prominent this offseason after rumors of a potential buy out started. Thompson may be on the way out of the Dallas Mavericks after he joined the team originally to team with Luka Doncic and contend for an NBA championship. Dallas trading […] The post Klay Thompson Gives Promising Update On Warriors Return appeared first on HEAVY.
Mavs match Knicks' two-year, $4.7M offer to Moussa Cisse
The Dallas Mavericks have matched the New York Knicks' two-year, $4.7 million offer sheet on restricted free agent Moussa Cisse, Yann Balikouzou and Kevin Bradbury of LIFT Sports Management tell ESPN.
NH native and NBA player Duncan Robinson hosts basketball event to support mental health awareness
Newcastle native and NBA player Duncan Robinson is in the Granite State this weekend to put on a charity basketball event in honor of his brother, Eli.
Manchester flower shop feels impact of high gas prices
Jacques Flower Shop in Manchester is one of the many small businesses in the Granite State that say conflicts thousands of miles away are impacting their prices. According to AAA, gas in New Hampshire crept up another two cents overnight, bringing the state average to $3.98 per gallon.
Ricky Pearsall workout video raises health questions close to 49ers camp
In what's supposed to be a make-or-break year for 49ers wide receiver Ricky Pearsall, there is already some cause for concern for the third-year wide receiver.
Ricky Gervais rejects calls to tone down comedy: 'Be offended if you want'
Ricky Gervais says backlash only makes his jokes funnier, revealing why he's finally done addressing cancel culture in his stand-up tours now.
Corewell performs world's first documented single-port robotic mitral valve repair
Royal Oak resident Patrick O’Brien underwent the first single-port robotic mitral valve repair on June 30.
I rented out my pool on Swimply to earn money after losing my business
Portland homeowner Rick Neuhoff is making money by renting out his indoor pool through the app Swimply after losing his business.
New liquor liability insurance program promises affordable coverage for at-risk businesses
Hundreds of businesses have closed, citing struggles with skyrocketing insurance policies needed to sell alcohol under state mandates. A partnership is working to secure those small businesses in South Carolina's future.
New dashboard launched to help people find relief in the summer heat
"When temperatures never drop below 70 at night, the body doesn't get the chance to recover, and that's when heat becomes dangerous," said Deputy Health Director, Dr. Justin Frederick.
Homestead businesses gain new customers from Parkway East detour
The Parkway East detour is sending drivers through Homestead, and local businesses are seeing benefits from the increased traffic.
Teens talk mental health while helping shelter pets at Wayside Waifs
A group of teens gathered at Wayside Waifs on Friday afternoon to help shelter pets while also boosting their own mental health.
Cyclosporiasis, measles, air quality: Doctor reviews latest health news
Dr. Todd Ellerin joins NewsCenter 5 to review the latest health stories about cyclosporiasis, measles and air quality impacts from wildfire smoke.
Business owner sells family’s vintage Pokémon cards for personal profit, police say
A business owner is facing felony charges after police said he took a family's vintage Pokémon card collection and sold them for his own profit.
Brenda Fricker, who won an Oscar for 'My Left Foot,' dies at 81
She was the first Irish woman to win an Academy Award
Brenda Fricker, ‘Home Alone 2’ and ‘My Left Foot’ star, dies at 81
Oscar-winning actress Brenda Fricker, who stole viewers’ hearts as the iconic Pigeon Lady in ‘Home Alone 2,’ has died. She was 81.
U.S. health officials zero in on source of Cyclospora outbreak
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is zeroing in on the source of a parasitic outbreak linked to iceberg lettuce that has sickened hundreds of people across five states.
Summer is winding down: Health tips for parents ahead of the school year
Summer break is wrapping up for students across the Piedmont Triad, and many parents may be wondering how to ensure their children have a good start to the school year. Here's what health experts suggest.
Jayden Daniels has three words to describe Patrick Mahomes
Jayden Daniels was in awe watching Patrick Mahomes against the Commanders last season.
Jayden Daniels Makes His Feelings on Chiefs’ Patrick Mahomes Clear
After a memorable rookie season that helped lead the Washington Commanders to the NFC Championship Game, Jayden Daniels’ sophomore campaign didn’t go as planned.Washington finished 5-12, and injuries limited Daniels to just seven games.Despite missing most of the season, Daniels became one of the four quarterbacks featured on Season 3 of Netflix’s Quarterback, which followed […] The post Jayden Daniels Makes His Feelings on Chiefs’ Patrick Mahomes Clear appeared first on HEAVY.
Entire business development team at Kansas City's EDC let go in restructuring
The Economic Development Corporation of Kansas City has eliminated its entire business development team, saying the move is part of a restructuring.
How many cigarettes is wildfire smoke equivalent to? The science explained
Wildfire smoke contains tiny PM2.5 particles that can pose serious health risks. Here's how you can compare prolonged smoke exposure to smoking cigarettes and what it means.
More than half of US states ban transgender athletes from participating in sports. See where
More than half of U.S. states have bans that prohibit either transgender girls or all transgender athletes from participating on certain sports teams. See where
More than half of US states ban transgender athletes from participating in sports. See where
More than half of U.S. states have bans that prohibit either transgender girls or all transgender athletes from participating on certain sports teams. See where
More than half of US states ban transgender athletes from participating in sports. See where
More than half of U.S. states have bans that prohibit either transgender girls or all transgender athletes from participating on certain sports teams. See where
Julie Chen Moonves blasts Rick Devens: ‘This ain’t ‘Survivor,’ honey. This here ‘Big Brother’’
‘Big Brother’ host Julie Chen Moonves blasts Rick Devens’ gameplay: ‘This ain’t ‘Survivor,’ honey. This here ‘Big Brother.’ Go back to the island, dude.’
Governor signs bill to expand mental health coverage for volunteer first responders in NH
Gov. Kelly Ayotte was surrounded by legislators and first responders for a signing of a bill that expands access to mental health coverage for volunteer first responders.
Chiefs’ Patrick Mahomes shares health update ahead of 2026 NFL season
Kansas City Chiefs star quarterback Patrick Mahomes said his "goal" is to be ready to play Week 1 when the Chiefs host the Denver Broncos on Monday Night Football on Sept. 14.
Waste, fraud, abuse… and the politics of power
One of the oldest tricks in politics is knowing when to use a number and when to use a percentage. If you want something to sound enormous, you use the raw number. If you want it to sound insignificant, you use the percentage. Politicians, statisticians and public relations strategists know this. Every citizen should understand […]
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Cyclosporiasis cases rise in Polk County as health officials warn about fresh produce
Polk County has already logged 19 cyclosporiasis cases this year, up from 11 in all of 2025.
How a teen turned a candy hobby into business sold at Disney World
An 18-year-old has transformed her COVID-era hobby into a thriving business, with her freeze-dried candy now sold at Disney World and other prominent locations.
Black Men's Wellness Day to prioritize health, celebrating strength and resilience
This weekend is about more than fitness for the Black Men's Wellness Day on Saturday. It's about saving lives and building healthier communities.
Smoke from Canadian wildfires prompts more health warnings in New Hampshire
Wildfire smoke blowing in from Canada has cast a yellowish haze across skies in New Hampshire and prompted warnings from health officials.
Sports Column: Fletcher Mackel explains how & why professional hockey in New Orleans could succeed
Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL) in New Orleans serving as the anchor tenant at a newly renovated Municipal Auditorium
Human West Nile virus case confirmed in Worcester, health officials say
A human case of West Nile virus has been detected in Worcester, the city's Division of Public Health said.
Scottie Scheffler favored to win Open, but bettors like Europeans
Scottie Scheffler is the betting favorite to win the Open Championship, but sportsbooks are getting action on European golfers like Matt Fitzpatrick and Tommy Fleetwood.
Grambling Legends Sports Hall of Fame Inducts Eight into 2026 Class
Grambling's Legends Sports Hall of Fame inducted its 18th class Saturday inside the Fredrick C. Hobdy Assembly Center, honoring eight former student-athletes whose achievements helped shape the rich athletic legacy of Grambling State University. The Class of 2026 includes Reginald Baldwin and Aa
How Clean, Accessible Data Powers Agentic AI Workflows and Better Business Decisions
Over the past few months, conversations with customers, partners, and peers — including at the recent Databricks Data + AI Summit — have surfaced a consistent set of shifts happening across the analytics and data landscape.
Empire Towers road closures adjusted to allow access to businesses
Anne Arundel County officials are adjusting road closure around the Empire Towers safety perimeter.
Magazine Street businesses thrive during restaurant week despite summer heat
Magazine Street Restaurant Week is helping local eateries draw customers during the slow summer season, with owners and visitors sharing their excitement over the turnout.
'Weather the storm of construction': New funding for businesses impacted by streetcar
Omaha offers new funding resources for businesses impacted along streetcar route. The Streetcar Business Impact fund provides money to businesses with proven revenue decreases.
Kendrick Perkins’ bold Anthony Edwards statement causes a stir
The Minnesota Timberwolves’ trade for LaMelo Ball turned them into championship contenders in some fans and analysts’ eyes. Others believe the star point guard will bring out the best in Anthony Edwards, helping him win the NBA‘s highest individual award.…
Olivia Wilde shares Sam Rockwell’s ingenious trick for nailing auditions
Sam Rockwell had a brilliant trick for acing auditions before he became a big star, and he revealed the secret to Olivia Wilde when they worked on on ‘Cowboys & Aliens.’
South Omaha businesses say little to no communication creates barriers during Plaza de la Raza construction
"I think there should have been like more communication or try to rearrange something beforehand," a South Omaha business owner said.
3 businesses recovering after fire in Lebanon County
The cleanup continues after a fire damaged three businesses and an apartment in Lebanon County on Saturday morning.
Flow of Parkway closure detours continues to surprise local businesses
During rush hour, it took Live Drive Four nearly 40 minutes combined to cross the Rankin and Homestead Grays bridges. Despite that, business owners said things haven't slowed down.
Lexington Business Owners Plead for Progress as Main Street Closure Drags On
Lexington Businesses Say Extended Main Street Closure Is Driving Away Customers
Video: Woman, still wearing psychiatric bracelet, jailed by OKC officer during mental health crisis
An interaction between an Oklahoma City police officer and a woman in a mental health crisis is now under investigation after body camera video showed
Hillbilly Hemp business search ends with one arrest, SBI says
A search of Hillbilly Hemp, a business in North Carolina, ended with one arrest and marijuana seized, according to the Alexander County Sheriff's Office.
GOVERNOR MEYER LAUNCHES DELAWARE COMMERCIAL CORRIDOR INITIATIVE TO SUPPORT SMALL BUSINESSES
Governor Matt Meyer joined Delaware Division of Small Business Director CJ Bell to launch the Delaware Commercial Corridor Initiative (DCCI), a new statewide program designed to help small businesses improve their storefronts, buildings and operations while revitalizing Delaware's downtown and commercial districts. The initiative pairs targeted grant funding with capital from lending institutions to drive visible improvements. Through DCCI, the Division of Small Business will invest $4.5 million in state Strategic Fund dollars to help existing brick-and-mortar small businesses make property and equipment improvements that strengthen their businesses and improve the appearance of commercial corridors.
Brick Pizzeria closes in Franklin; new 'entertainment experience' coming
Brick Pizzeria and Ristorante has closed at Ballpark Commons in Franklin after opening just over three years ago.
Hamilton County health officials report more cyclosporiasis cases
As of noon Monday, Hamilton County Public Health is reporting 16 total cases, up from the 13 cases reported late last week.
Governor Morrisey Announces $1.8M Investment to Address Critical Healthcare Workforce Shortages
Governor Patrick Morrisey announced a $1.8 million funding opportunity through the state's Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) to help address critical healthcare workforce shortages across West Virginia.