The company Chicago Atlantic BDC wants to raise up to half a billion dollars through a smart financial trick. They filed a shelf registration with the SEC. Think of it like a shopping list that lets them sell up to $500 million in new securities whenever they need cash. But this isn't some quick mon
"City officials are pushing a new entertainment district that would let people carry one drink in a special cup while walking between shops and restaurants. The idea is to boost foot traffic after dark, making downtown a lively spot for diners, shoppers and moviegoers. A council vote is set for Mond
Sixty-year-old Shed Boren got the kind of news that used to mean immediate goodbye plans. Doctors told him his kidney cancer had spread everywhere—lungs, hips, bones. Breathing was hard. Without treatment, he had months. With new drugs that teach the body to attack the cancer itself, he lived instea
The Planters Peanut Center in downtown Suffolk feels like a living snapshot of 1960s American shopping. The air smells strongly of freshly roasted peanuts, and the walls are covered in vintage signs and photos of Planters products from decades ago. Many visitors grew up nearby and still remember thi
Savannah’s economy is booming, mostly thanks to big players like the port and Hyundai’s new electric vehicle plant. But small businesses aren’t seeing the same rise. While mid-sized and large companies are growing fast, tiny businesses with under 20 workers are barely keeping up. Most of the small b
Around nine months before taxes are due, many small business owners scramble to file. Over 30% of partnerships push their deadlines into fall, but this habit can backfire. Waiting until the last quarter makes cash flow unpredictable and can turn away lenders who want up-to-date financial records. T
Martin Short, known for his humor on screen, recently opened up about his daughter’s death, showing how grief touches even those who spend their lives making people laugh. Katherine Short passed away at 42 in February after struggling with mental health for years. Her father spoke about the family’s
Bridging, a charity in the Twin Cities that helps people start fresh by giving them furniture and household essentials, has a new person in charge. Joel Spoonheim took over as executive director in May after working in healthcare leadership. His background includes roles at Fulcrum Health and Health
Back in the 1990s, Gap jeans were as common as sneakers on a school bus. The brand’s plain but durable pants were everywhere—malls, school halls, TV screens. Then shopping centers started emptying out, and Gap’s minimalist look lost some of its glow. Instead of sticking to what once worked, the comp
The mayor’s new “rich tax” plan is turning city leaders into targets, a move that could push them away from the city. By focusing on high‑profile figures like Ken Griffin, the plan sends a clear message that success is unwelcome. The city already has high taxes that have caused many residents to lea
