Louisiana-born musician Jon Batiste is lending his voice and creative vision to American Amazon, a sweeping documentary exploring the wetlands of the American South. Serving as both narrator and executive producer, the artist aims to illuminate the ecological richness of a region spanning from Alabama to the Carolinas.
Mississippi residential customers are seeing a nearly $5 reduction in their monthly utility bills this month, marking the first tangible consumer benefit from Entergy’s Fair Share Plus program. The savings stem directly from revenue contributions made by Amazon’s hyperscale data center facility operating within the regional power grid.
From backyard patios to commercial breweries, the boundary of reliable internet is shifting beyond interior walls. Truvista Fiber has launched Managed Wi-Fi Plus Outdoor, a new service utilizing Amazon’s eero Outdoor 7 hardware to provide high-speed, weather-resistant connectivity across expansive residential and business properties in South Carolina and Georgia.
A 268% surge in the opportunity pipeline to $1.2 billion marks a shift for Kista-based Sivers Semiconductors, as the firm sacrifices near-term profitability to prioritize volume production. The company reported an 18% increase in product revenue for the second quarter of 2026, signaling a transition away from development-heavy contracts.
Investors who incurred significant losses in Alarum Technologies, Ltd. between March 20, 2025, and July 2, 2026, have until October 5, 2026, to apply as lead plaintiffs in a pending securities fraud lawsuit. The Law Offices of Howard G. Smith is currently organizing the class action against the company.
San Francisco-based Marathon Fusion has successfully enriched hydrogen and lithium isotopes using its proprietary plasma centrifuge technology. This breakthrough addresses critical supply chain gaps in fusion energy, potentially reducing the scale and complexity of fuel processing systems required to sustain commercial-grade power plant operations.
Tutti has opened early access to Tutti • VM, a platform designed to bridge the gap between isolated local AI agents and shared cloud environments. By allowing multiple agents from different users to operate within a single workspace, the system enables real-time collaboration without requiring agents to relinquish local security or credentials.
Luxury motorcoaches have evolved into rolling residences, but factory-installed electrical systems often struggle to keep pace with modern amenities like induction cooktops and high-speed satellite internet. To bridge this gap, Davenport-based American Power Systems is expanding its Ultra Performance at Idle alternator series with new mounting configurations.
“Floridians are working harder than ever, yet too many families still cannot afford a place to live,” gubernatorial candidate Frank Russo said Tuesday. Announcing a new housing accountability proposal in New Smyrna Beach, the candidate argued that existing state incentives must be strictly tied to measurable, long-term affordability outcomes for residents.
When subprime auto lender Tricolor Holdings collapsed, investors were left with defaulted AAA and AA instruments. While the Securities and Exchange Commission alleges systemic fraud, including double-pledged collateral, Egan-Jones argues that the company’s downfall was signaled by a specific confluence of deteriorating market indicators visible long before the failure.
Contractors across the United States and Canada are abandoning traditional field service management software for a new AI-driven alternative. Lehi-based Podium has launched an operating system centered on autonomous agents, designed to automate scheduling, invoicing, and customer outreach without requiring manual intervention from office staff.
The G. and R. Loeb Foundation and UCLA Anderson School of Management have unveiled the 42 finalists for the 2026 Gerald Loeb Awards, the premier honor in American business journalism. The winners, spanning 13 categories, will be revealed during a live banquet on October 8 at Capitale in New York City.
A 5.2-magnitude tremor caused by a sudden glacial collapse has triggered catastrophic mudslides along the Nepal-China border. With the death toll climbing to 360 and thousands still missing, including dozens of American tourists, rescue teams are struggling to navigate destroyed infrastructure to reach isolated survivors in the wreckage.
Journalists and photographers looking to cover the upcoming Farm Aid 2026 festival have until September 8 to submit credential requests without incurring additional costs. After this date, organizers will implement a $30 processing fee for all late applications as the event prepares for its September 26 showcase in Virginia Beach.
With regulatory hurdles cleared by the NCUA, FDIC, and New Mexico officials, El Paso-based GECU Federal Credit Union is set to absorb the Bank of the Southwest. The merger, effective November 1, 2026, marks a significant consolidation of regional financial assets across Texas and New Mexico.
By shifting influencer marketing from simple social media engagement to a trackable revenue stream, Visit Anaheim and the travel platform Steller have earned the U.S. Travel Association's 2026 ESTO Digital Brilliance Award for their collaborative campaign, which generated nearly $800,000 in potential economic impact for the Southern California destination.
With millions of monthly viewers tracking his recommendations, Gen Z entrepreneur Kevork Altounjian is transforming how New Jersey restaurants reach local diners. By merging high-engagement social media storytelling with performance-driven marketing, he has turned his EatLocalNJ platform into a vital pipeline for the state's competitive hospitality industry.
Investors who sustained significant financial losses in EquipmentShare.com Inc. have until September 21, 2026, to move for lead plaintiff status in a pending class action lawsuit. The litigation centers on allegations that the company misled shareholders regarding its internal operations and financial stability throughout the first half of the year.
While the national average for completing an associate degree stretches to 3.3 years, the College of Health Care Professions is launching a 48-week Medical Assistant program in Texas. The accelerated model maintains the full 61.5-credit requirement, aiming to fast-track students into a workforce facing a 4.6 million-worker shortfall.
Trial attorney Kala Chapalonis has joined the personal injury team at the Law Offices of James Scott Farrin, bringing a background in high-volume litigation and a personal perspective on navigating life-altering medical challenges to the Durham-based firm.
Sonic Automotive has acquired Porsche Walnut Creek from the Fletcher Jones Automotive Group, marking a strategic expansion of its luxury retail footprint in Northern California. The deal brings the Charlotte-based retailer’s total Porsche dealership count to six, cementing its position in one of the country's most competitive automotive markets.
With autumn travel planning underway, Travelzoo has released a fresh slate of curated vacation packages for Canadian members, ranging from European getaways to domestic city escapes. The company is leveraging its network to offer significant savings on hotel stays and flight bundles, targeting travelers looking to avoid peak-season pricing.
Pet insurance provider Pumpkin is shifting its preventive care strategy, replacing its legacy Preventive Essentials program with the new Pumpkin Wellness Club. The membership-based service aims to broaden access to routine veterinary care by decoupling wellness benefits from traditional insurance plans for cat and dog owners across the U.S. and Canada.
Hippo Holdings is aggressively expanding its homeowners insurance footprint, moving from eight states to 22 by the fourth quarter. The San Jose-based insurer is leveraging a revamped underwriting platform and new national distribution partnerships to target markets where it can secure profitable growth rather than following a traditional geographic rollout.
Three Bay Area gymnasiums have integrated advanced basketball training technology, marking a shift toward data-centric athletics within everyday fitness centers. Golden State Sports Academy and Shoot 360 launched these specialized facilities inside City Sports Club locations in San Francisco and San Jose, targeting a blend of professional analytics and local accessibility.
Five lucky contestants will each have a shot at a $1 million grand prize when Yaamava' Resort & Casino brings a high-stakes, live-theatrical version of "Deal or No Deal" to its Highland stage on September 25, hosted by the game show’s long-time television face, Howie Mandel.
San Francisco-based Metriport has raised $26 million to scale its open-source infrastructure, which aggregates fragmented patient records into actionable insights for clinicians. The funding round, led by Matrix, brings the startup’s total capital to $28.4 million as it seeks to replace outdated fax-based record retrieval with automated, real-time data integration.
Investors who purchased Intuit Inc. securities between August 22, 2025, and May 20, 2026, face a September 8, 2026, deadline to seek lead plaintiff status in a newly filed securities fraud class action. The lawsuit, Baldwin v. Intuit Inc., alleges the company misled shareholders regarding its competitive standing and growth sustainability.
A proposed Assembly end-of-session deal threatens to codify controversial insurance regulations, effectively stripping future commissioners of their power to reform a system that has already saddled Californians with $562 million in rate hikes while producing a mere 10,000 new policies, according to advocacy group Consumer Watchdog.
Texas-based insurance firm Higginbotham has acquired Kansas City’s Two West Capital Advisors, a specialist in retirement planning for middle-market employers. The deal integrates Two West’s platform and team into Higginbotham’s wealth management division, aiming to scale specialized fiduciary services across the firm’s national footprint while maintaining local operations.
