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The Cowboys Don’t Want to Own Other Sports Teams

The Cowboys Don’t Want to Own Other Sports Teams

The owners of the world’s most valuable—and most profitable—sports team are not interested in expanding their portfolio to include more franchises. “We’re football [only],” Dallas Cowboys co-owner and COO Stephen Jones said on the latest episode of Sportico Sports Business Presented by Endava. “We’ve had those opportunities and we just feel like the Cowboys are […]
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Downtown St. Paul Welcomes New Residential Tower and Grocery Store, Signaling Urban Revival

Downtown St. Paul Welcomes New Residential Tower and Grocery Store, Signaling Urban Revival

Downtown St. Paul is experiencing a revitalization with the opening of the Stella Residences, a $70 million office-to-residential conversion project, and a new Aldi grocery store. The Stella Residences, formerly the 17-story Ecolab tower on Wabasha Street, now offers 176 luxury apartments. Developer Carl Kaeding described the conversion as challenging but rewarding, with the building currently at 20% occupancy and aiming for 94-95%. The new Aldi, located about half a mile from the Stella, marks the return of a grocery store to downtown St. Paul after a nearly two-year absence. City and business leaders view these developments as crucial steps in addressing the central business district's 35% office vacancy rate, a consequence of commercial leases expiring and fewer workers returning to offices post-pandemic. Joe Spencer, Downtown Alliance President, emphasized that increasing residential density is the core strategy for the city's revival.
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Infinity Festival to Focus on AI's Growing Role Across Creative Industries in Los Angeles

Infinity Festival to Focus on AI's Growing Role Across Creative Industries in Los Angeles

Infinity Festival to Focus on AI's Growing Role Across Creative Industries in Los Angeles
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Federal Appeals Court Orders Trump Administration to Release Los Angeles Homeless Funds

Federal Appeals Court Orders Trump Administration to Release Los Angeles Homeless Funds

A federal appeals court has ordered the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to release federal funding previously allocated to homeless service organizations in Los Angeles. The U.S. 9th Circuit Court of Appeals largely upheld a district court ruling, restoring the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority (LAHSA) as the applicant for these funds. This decision comes after the Trump administration's HUD suspended LAHSA in June, citing mismanagement, and directed individual organizations to apply directly for the up to $239 million in federal funding. The court determined that HUD's suspension of LAHSA left the Los Angeles region 'particularly vulnerable' and would have 'ill effects on vulnerable populations, critical programs and ongoing services.' The court also stated that HUD's plan for direct applications was 'unworkable' and 'virtually impossible to implement' at such a late stage. The new deadline for LAHSA to apply for HUD funding is October 14, extended from the original August deadline...
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Zooies Cookie Shop Thrives in Unexpected Gas Station Location in Los Angeles

Zooies Cookie Shop Thrives in Unexpected Gas Station Location in Los Angeles

Zooies Cookie Shop Thrives in Unexpected Gas Station Location in Los Angeles
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LAX People Mover Project Faces Another Delay, Pushing Service to 2027

LAX People Mover Project Faces Another Delay, Pushing Service to 2027

The Automated People Mover (APM) project at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), now named SkyLink, has experienced another significant delay, with passenger service not expected to begin until January 2027. This new timeline is nearly four years beyond its original scheduled opening in 2023. The 2.25-mile automated electric train system, which broke ground in March 2019, is currently about 99% complete, with trains already undergoing testing on the elevated tracks without passengers. The latest delay stems from a September 16 filing by LAX Integrated Express Solutions (LINXS), the contractor, indicating project completion by December 8. However, before passenger service can commence, the system requires 30 consecutive days of successful testing, an independent review, an assessment from Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA), and the finalization of a utility agreement with the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power. LINXS has stated there is no guarantee the January 2027 opening date will hold. This is...
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Zooies Cookie Shop Thrives in Los Angeles Gas Station, Offering Diverse Options

Zooies Cookie Shop Thrives in Los Angeles Gas Station, Offering Diverse Options

Zooies Cookie Shop Thrives in Los Angeles Gas Station, Offering Diverse Options
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Vegan or vegetarian? These are the best cities for you, study finds

Vegan or vegetarian? These are the best cities for you, study finds

Do you follow a vegan or vegetarian diet? These are the best cities for you, according to WalletHub.
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Urban Outfitters Seeks Part-Time Retail Associates Across Multiple U.S. Locations

Urban Outfitters Seeks Part-Time Retail Associates Across Multiple U.S. Locations

Urban Outfitters Seeks Part-Time Retail Associates Across Multiple U.S. Locations
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Demi Moore to Receive Baby2Baby's Giving Tree Award at 2026 Gala for Philanthropic Efforts

Demi Moore to Receive Baby2Baby's Giving Tree Award at 2026 Gala for Philanthropic Efforts

Demi Moore to Receive Baby2Baby's Giving Tree Award at 2026 Gala for Philanthropic Efforts
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Helicon Industries Secures $16 Million Seed Funding to Automate High-Volume Composites Manufacturing

Helicon Industries Secures $16 Million Seed Funding to Automate High-Volume Composites Manufacturing

Helicon Industries Secures $16 Million Seed Funding to Automate High-Volume Composites Manufacturing
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Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass Faces Uphill Battle as New Poll Shows 11-Point Deficit Against Nithya Raman

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass Faces Uphill Battle as New Poll Shows 11-Point Deficit Against Nithya Raman

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass is facing a significant challenge in her re-election bid, with a new UC Berkeley/LA Times poll placing her 11 points behind socialist challenger Nithya Raman. The poll indicates Raman with 39% support compared to Bass's 28%, leaving 33% of voters undecided. This poll suggests a major shift in momentum since the June primary, where Bass had initially led. A key factor contributing to Bass's struggles appears to be the latest homeless count, which showed an increase in the number of homeless people in Los Angeles, contrary to previous declines. This development has undermined Bass's primary campaign narrative, which centered on the effectiveness of her efforts to address homelessness. Additionally, Bass's response to the Palisades Fire and subsequent rebuilding efforts have also drawn criticism, contributing to her current unfavorable rating among voters.