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PGE rate decision reflects challenging regulatory environment, analyst says

Portland General Electric got less BofA Securities analyst expected in Oregon PUC rate decision.

 

Charter school company Fortune buys South Natomas office building, school sites

A Sacramento-based charter school company has scooped up several properties, including the building where it's headquartered in South Natomas.

 

First Hawaiian COO Chris Dods resigns, effective March 31

Dods will work with First Hawaiian’s management team through the end of the first quarter of 2025 to help ensure a smooth transition.

 

$1M in grants available to NM businesses affected by wildfires, floods

The Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas is offering small businesses impacted by wildfires and other natural disasters, like floods, $1 million in grants through a special program.

 

Doña Ana County approves 5 new positions to address strategic needs

“Economic development is my top priority,” said Doña Ana County Manager Scott Andrews.

 

Feeling lucky? Friday’s Mega Millions drawing is worth an estimated $1.15 billion

Americans still dreaming of a really big Christmas present can keep that dream alive during Friday’s Mega Millions drawing for a jackpot worth an estimated $1.15 billion.
Friday’s jackpot will potentially be the fifth largest in the game’s history. Mega Millions tickets are $2 a piece. But the odds of winning the jackpot are 1 in 302,575,350, and the odds of winning any Mega Millions prize are 1 in 24, according to lottery officials. Tickets for the game are sold in 45 states, including Illinois, along with Washington, D.C., and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

 

Clarendon Hills compromises with schools on new 55th St. plan

The Clarendon Hills 55th Street Tax Increment Financing district has been approved by the Village Board after being scaled back in response to objections from affected school districts.

 

Cryptocurrency Is Surging Again. Here's How to Spot Scams and Keep Your Wallet Safe

From phishing schemes to fake tokens, crypto scams are evolving -- here's how to protect yourself.

 

U.S. holiday sales up 3.8% as shoppers hunt for value

According to Mastercard, curbside pickup and delivery fueled online sales, while in-store shopping rose 2.9%.

The 2024 holiday season proved fruitful for U.S. retailers, with total retail sales (excluding automotive) increasing 3.8% year-over-year, according to Mastercard SpendingPulse. 

 

Cyberattack hits Japan Airlines, delaying flights for holiday travelers

The cyberattack did not involve a virus or cause any customer data leaks, Japan Airlines said.

Japan Airlines said it was hit by a cyberattack Thursday, causing delays to more than 20 domestic flights but the carrier said it was able to stop the onslaught and restore its systems hours later. There was no impact on flight safety, it said.

 

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