Elon Musk’s AI startup valued at $24 billion
The money will be used to take xAI’s first products to market, build advanced infrastructure, and accelerate research and development of future technologies.
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Two CVS retail stores in Rhode Island to join new union
Pharmacy workers at locations open 24 hours a day in Wakefield and Westerly won their union elections, making them the first stores to unionize in CVS’ home state.
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Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg on climate change effect on transportation, Boeing and electric vehicles
Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg spoke with Margaret Brennan on Face the Nation on Sunday about climate change’s effect on transportation, Boeing and less movement in electric vehicles.
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Small Business Development Center holding 2024 Moonshot competition!
The Small Business Development Center at Arizona Western College will once again be hosting their annual Moonshot Rural Arizona Pitch competition.
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The Shiba Inu that became meme famous as the face of dogecoin has died. Kabosu was 18
The dog that skyrocketed to internet fame and became the face of the cryptocurrency dogecoin has died.
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Local business to celebrate its first anniversary
The Maples Apothecary invites the community to join them on Friday, June 7, for their first anniversary.
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New Kennedy’s Karne opens in Yuma
An Imperial Valley family-owned business expands to Yuma.
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Target to lower its prices on popular and frequently bought items
The retailer has announced it’s slashing prices on more than 5,000 popular and often-purchased items, including grocery staples like paper towels and milk.
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Red Lobster files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy
The company confirmed the move in a statement Sunday, but added it is continuing the process to shrink its footprint while searching for a buyer.
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CBS News releases poll regarding abortion, inflation and immigration in Arizona and Florida
Abortion access find wide support, but inflation and immigration concerns boost Trump in Arizona and Florida.
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Arizona ranks 10th in highest rate of small business failures in the first year
According to a recent study by Lending Tree, Arizona ranks 10th on the highest rate of small business failures in the first year at about 25%, the national average is around 23%.
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Boston’s Pizza in Yuma receives All-Star Award for community engagement and performance
Boston’s Pizza in Yuma earned an award for its community engagement and outstanding performance.
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Inflation eased back in April, according to a CPI report
The new Consumer Price Index (CPI) showed an increase of 0.3% in March. That’s slightly below the Dow Jones estimate of 0.4%. However, inflation is still up 3.4% from a year ago.
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TikTok creators files lawsuit against U.S. government
Eight creators want to block the recently passed law that could ban the social media app in the United States.
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DOJ said Boeing violated agreement allowing company to avoid prosecution
The Department of Justice (DOJ) has determined that Boeing violated a “deferred prosecution agreement” that allowed the company to avoid criminal prosecution after two deadly crashes involving its 737 Max Aircraft.
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Accurate Automotive Attention earns top shop award
A local auto shop received a prestigious recognition on Tuesday in Yuma.
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Los Angeles’ oldest record store up for sale
Los Angeles’ oldest record shop is looking for its second act. With over half-a-million vinyls, “The Record Collector” has been a fixture in the Melrose Arts District for decaldes.
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Melinda Gates announces resignation from Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation
In a statement posted on Instagram, Gates said that as part of her agreement to resign she will retain $12.5 billion which she will use in her work to support families and women.
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Planet Fitness to raise its membership fee for the first time in 26 years
For the past 26 years, budget-minded health seekers could workout at Planet Fitness for $10 a month. Not anymore. The largest gym chain in the U.S. is hiking that rate. Not to $11 or $12, but 50% to $15 a month.
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KHS economic students finish two of top three spots in personal finance competition
In a press release, the team that won first place include Carlos Prado, Emma Connor and Jesus Manjarrez, while the team that won third place include Sebastian Linarez, Gabrielle Salcedo and Savannah Molenar.
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