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Apr 29 2026BUSINESS

Portland coffee shop forced to shut down over safety and paperwork issues

A Portland coffee shop called Y%F Coffee has been ordered to close after city inspectors found multiple problems. The shop sits in a building that had been empty for over a decade before it opened earlier this year. City officials say the business never got the proper license or paperwork to operate

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Nov 13 2025BUSINESS

San Jose Japantown: Business Blues and Historic Hurdles

In the heart of San Jose, a local entrepreneur is feeling the heat. Jordan Trigg, who once saw Japantown as a place of opportunity, now finds himself in a tough spot. He's lost control of four properties on East Taylor Street, and it's not just bad luck. The city's red tape and high costs have him t

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Nov 11 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Midtown Reno: Balancing Nightlife and Neighborhood Peace

In Reno, a recent decision has sparked a debate between nightlife enthusiasts and local residents. The Reno Planning Commission gave the green light to a bar in Midtown to host live entertainment late at night, but with some conditions. The bar, Jupiter Red, can now have live music past 11 p. m. , b

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Oct 24 2025BUSINESS

Dallas' Nightlife Rules: Are They Holding Us Back?

Dallas has some old rules that are causing trouble for local businesses. Imagine trying to run a fun place where people can enjoy live music, but the city says you can't charge a small fee for it. That's what's happening to Revelers Hall in Bishop Arts and The Free Man in Deep Ellum. These places h

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