Baton Rouge homeowners face a persistent threat as the region’s humid climate creates ideal nesting conditions for carpenter ants. While these pests do not ingest wood, their habit of excavating tunnels through damp structural components can compromise the integrity of porch beams, window frames, and rooflines if left unchecked.
Legendary Jets linebacker Bart Scott took over Penn Station this week to unveil a new exclusive partnership between the New York Jets and OUTFRONT Media. The deal aims to push brand engagement beyond MetLife Stadium, capturing the fan journey across transit hubs and city neighborhoods throughout the NFL season.
Only 19 percent of California households could afford a median-priced single-family home in the second quarter of 2026, marking a sharp decline from 22 percent earlier this year. Rising mortgage rates and a rebound in home prices have pushed the minimum qualifying income for buyers above $228,000.
The historic 414 Union Street building in downtown Nashville is set to undergo a major transformation as Chicago-based Gibsons Restaurant Group secures a lease for the property’s ground floor. The new venue, arriving in spring 2028, marks the brand’s Tennessee debut and serves as the centerpiece for a wider revitalization project.
Investors who incurred financial losses holding Capricor Therapeutics stock now have until September 28, 2026, to file as lead plaintiffs in a pending securities fraud class action. The litigation centers on allegations that the company obscured critical regulatory hurdles regarding its Duchenne muscular dystrophy treatment, Deramiocel.
Forbes has named Robert Half and its consulting subsidiary, Protiviti, to the 2026 list of America's Best Employers for Women. The ranking, which highlights organizations excelling in gender equality and leadership representation, follows an independent survey of over 146,000 female employees across the United States.
Loyalty members at Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers can secure discounted treats from August 7 through August 9 to mark National Frozen Custard Day. The chain is offering tiered pricing on its signature dessert, with costs ranging from two to four dollars depending on the size selected by the customer.
Investors who incurred financial losses holding ZoomInfo Technologies Inc. stock between November 3, 2025, and May 11, 2026, have until August 24 to apply as lead plaintiffs in a pending class action lawsuit. The litigation targets alleged misrepresentations regarding the company’s growth projections and demand for its AI-driven products.
UJET has appointed Jason Royer as Chief Financial Officer to anchor the company’s transition into its Agentic Experience Orchestration platform. The move comes as the San Francisco-based firm prepares for the general release of its AI-driven customer experience technology in the second half of 2026.
Steward Partners has earned a place on InvestmentNews' 2026 5-Star RIA Firms list for the second consecutive year. The Stamford-based, employee-owned firm was selected based on its specialized focus on high-net-worth clients, maintaining its momentum as one of the fastest-growing wealth management platforms in the United States.
Kansas City-based NASB Financial, Inc. posted a net income of $10.6 million for the second quarter of 2026, reflecting steady growth compared to the $9.4 million reported in the previous quarter. Earnings reached $1.48 per share, marking a significant increase over the $0.96 per share recorded during the same period last year.
The Global Environment Facility Council has appointed former Colombian Minister of Energy and Mines Diego Mesa Puyo as its next CEO and Chairperson. Tasked with steering the organization through a four-year term, Mesa Puyo will oversee the GEF-9 funding cycle as the world pushes to meet critical 2030 environmental benchmarks.
Bluerock Value Exchange is targeting $58.4 million for its latest unlevered Delaware Statutory Trust offering, BR Diversified Industrial Portfolio 8. The program, which marks the firm's 46th DST launch, focuses on a five-property industrial collection across Florida, Illinois, and Missouri that is currently fully leased to national tenants.
San Antonio-based oral care startup Lewie is launching a $3 million fundraising campaign to bridge the gap between clinical dentistry and the beauty industry. Founded by Dr. Amanda Lewis, the company aims to scale its distribution, manufacturing, and product development to modernize an historically functional and clinical consumer category.
The National Reconnaissance Office has selected Irvine-based ICEYE US to provide high-resolution radar imagery under its Radar Commercial Augmentation program. This agreement deepens the integration of private-sector remote sensing into U.S. national security, allowing intelligence agencies to leverage unclassified data for rapid, global monitoring of critical targets.
Investors who incurred losses from Bloom Energy Corporation between February 2025 and July 2026 now have until September 28, 2026, to seek lead plaintiff status in a securities fraud lawsuit filed by the Law Offices of Frank R. Cruz.
United Planners Financial Services has been named a finalist in four categories for the 2026 WealthManagement.com Industry Awards, highlighting the firm’s performance in leadership, recruitment, technological innovation, and marketing. The Scottsdale-based firm, which remains advisor-owned, continues to gain industry recognition for its independent, service-driven model.
Demand for the Charleston-based medical technology firm pushed its latest funding round past the initial $8 million target, resulting in a $10.1 million capital injection. This influx of cash arrives ahead of schedule, providing the company with a significant runway to accelerate its commercial operations and clinical infrastructure development.
The National Reconnaissance Office has awarded Santa Barbara-based space firm Umbra a sole-source contract for radar commercial augmentation, formalizing a partnership that has already delivered over 100,000 high-resolution images to U.S. intelligence agencies over the past four years.
The Global Environment Facility Council has named former Colombian Minister of Energy and Mines Diego Mesa Puyo as its next CEO and Chairperson. Tasked with guiding the organization through its four-year GEF-9 funding cycle, Mesa Puyo steps into the role as international pressure mounts to reach critical 2030 environmental targets.
Global e-commerce brands are pivoting from traditional, rule-based advertising to deep-learning-powered retargeting to combat ad fatigue and declining conversion rates. By shifting focus toward proprietary first-party signals and AI-driven predictive modeling, companies aim to secure higher return on ad spend while navigating a tightening privacy-first digital landscape.
Lode Gold Resources has officially retired the senior secured debt tied to its Fremont Gold Mine in California, clearing the path for the company to transition from a turnaround phase into active project development. The repayment, totaling approximately US$3.6 million, arrives well ahead of the original 2028 maturity date.
Prague will host the Open Source Summit and Embedded Linux Conference from October 7-9, 2026, marking three and a half decades of the Linux kernel. The event gathers global developers and industry leaders to address the security, scalability, and integration challenges facing modern artificial intelligence and embedded infrastructure.
A five-year-old boy with autism was left hospitalized with severe lead poisoning after being assigned to a Bronx classroom that had never been inspected for hazards. The lawsuit against the New York City Department of Education alleges the agency knowingly placed students in a building contaminated with deteriorating lead paint.
One in five fatal crashes on U.S. roads stems from a preventable cause: exhaustion behind the wheel. The National Sleep Foundation is responding to this persistent crisis by expanding its advocacy into a year-round initiative, culminating in a high-level forum and awareness week scheduled for late October 2026.
Investors who purchased Zillow Group common stock between February 11, 2025, and May 7, 2026, have until August 10, 2026, to seek lead plaintiff status in a pending securities fraud class action. The lawsuit, filed by Philadelphia-based Berger Montague, alleges the company misled shareholders regarding a critical partnership.
Boeing is directing $250,000 through its charitable trust to assist communities across Eastern Washington struggling with the aftermath of recent wildfires. The funds are earmarked for the Innovia Foundation, which coordinates relief efforts for businesses, nonprofits, and local organizations currently navigating the regional disaster recovery process.
A new partnership between Bridgeport-based Heartland Fleet + Traffic and global safety manufacturer Valtir aims to streamline roadway maintenance across Texas. By integrating Valtir’s specialized truck-mounted attenuators with Heartland’s regional service network, the collaboration seeks to reduce equipment downtime for local contractors, utility providers, and state transportation agencies.
Investors will get a look at the fiscal 2026 performance of Jack Henry & Associates on August 19, when the financial technology firm hosts a live webcast to discuss its fourth-quarter and full-year results. The Monett-based company plans to release its primary financial data the previous evening.
Health Force, a fixture in Chicago pediatric nursing since 1993, has officially rebranded as Care Options for Kids. The transition consolidates the company's Illinois operations under a single national identity, promising to blend established local relationships with the expanded clinical resources and administrative support of the larger organization.
