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White House blacklists Russian ransomware payment ‘enabler’ WASHINGTON (AP) — The Biden administration sought Tuesday to choke the finances of criminal ransomware gangs, announcing sanctions against a Russia-based virtual currency brokerage officials said helped at least eight ransomware gangs launder virtual currency. Published Sep. 21 2021 @ 11:05pm

OECD urges rich nations to share vaccines to even-up growth PARIS (AP) — A leading international economic watchdog urged developed countries to put more effort into providing low- income countries with coronavirus vaccines in order to ensure the global recovery from the pandemic is more even. Published Sep. 21 2021 @ 11:05pm

GM says production starts on replacement batteries for Bolts General Motors said Monday that production has resumed for battery modules used in recalled Chevrolet Bolt electric vehicles, and customers could start getting replacement parts by mid-October. by David Koenig AP Business Writer Published Sep. 20 2021 @ 11:05pm

Twitter to pay $809.5 million to settle shareholder lawsuit SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Twitter said Monday it will pay $809.5 million to settle a consolidated class action lawsuit alleging the company misled investors about how much its user base was growing and how much users interacted with its platform. Published Sep. 20 2021 @ 11:05pm

Customer refunds part of ICC deal with power supplier SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) — The Illinois Commerce Commission has reached a settlement with Star Energy Partners LLC over its investigation into the alternative electric retail supplier's practices. Published Sep. 19 2021 @ 11:05pm

BizBeat: Bella Roos brings children's resale to High Street For the first time since 2018, 202 E. High St. is home to a new Jefferson City business. Bella Roos Boutique opened its doors for the first time Friday afternoon, offering area parents a new option for children's clothing that's kinder on a household budget. by Madeleine Leroux Published Sep. 18 2021 @ 11:05pm

Just hang up, report unwanted robocalls The COVID-19 pandemic has affected many areas of society this year, but it hasn’t put an end to scammers trying to contact you through the telephone. by Michelle Gleba Better Business Bureau Published Sep. 18 2021 @ 11:05pm

Inquiry puts ex-World Bank officials under scrutiny on China WASHINGTON (AP) — Former officials of the World Bank are under pressure after an investigation found they pressured staff members of the bank to alter data on global business conditions in order to favor China and some other governments. Published Sep. 18 2021 @ 11:05pm

Stocks fall on Wall Street, giving up the week's gains Wall Street capped an up-and-down week of trading Friday with a broad sell-off that wiped out the major indexes' gains for the week. by Associated Press Published Sep. 17 2021 @ 11:05pm

Boeing to build Navy aircraft at MidAmerica, invest $200M SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) — Chicago-based aerospace giant Boeing Co. will invest $200 million to begin manufacturing the U.S. Navy's latest unmanned aircraft at MidAmerica St. Louis Airport in a project that could add at least 150 jobs on the company's southwest Illinois campus, officials said Friday. by Associated Press Published Sep. 17 2021 @ 11:05pm

Ford adding 450 jobs to meet demand for new electric truck DEARBORN, Mich. (AP) — Ford Motor Co. plans to spend $250 million and add 450 jobs at three Michigan plants to meet demand for the new F-150 Lightning. by Associated Press Published Sep. 16 2021 @ 11:05pm

Surprise uptick in spending by Americans as delta spread NEW YORK (AP) — Americans continued to spend at a brisk pace last month in the face of rising COVID-19 infections, though much of it was done online and not at restaurants or other sectors in the U.S. economy beleaguered by the arrival of the delta variant. by Associated Press Published Sep. 16 2021 @ 11:05pm

Missouri unemployment hits new low for 2021 Missouri's unemployment rate is at its lowest all year.Dropping from 4.3 percent in June to 4.2 percent in July and then to 4 percent in August, the state's unemployment has fallen for the second month in a row to its lowest point in 2021. by Ryan Pivoney Published Sep. 15 2021 @ 11:05pm

Amazon brings palm-swiping tech to concert venue NEW YORK (AP) — Your palm could soon be your ticket into a concert.Amazon said it is bringing its palm-recognition technology to the Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Denver and it will be available at other venues in the coming months. Published Sep. 14 2021 @ 11:05pm

Kroger, Instacart team on new 30-minute delivery service Kroger is teaming up with Instacart on a new delivery service that can get grocery items to customers in as little as 30 minutes. by the Associated Press Published Sep. 14 2021 @ 11:05pm

Apple’s next iPhone mirrors last year’s, adds more storage SAN RAMON, Calif. (AP) — Apple unveiled its next iPhone line up, including a model that offers twice the storage available in earlier versions and other modest upgrades to last year’s editions that proved to be a big hit among consumers devouring the latest technology during the pandemic. Published Sep. 14 2021 @ 11:05pm

Downtown businesses cope with new reality NEW YORK (AP) — Downtown businesses in the U.S. and abroad once took for granted nearby offices would provide a steady clientele looking for breakfast, lunch, everyday goods and services and last-minute gifts. Published Sep. 13 2021 @ 11:05pm

Epic Games appeals ruling in lawsuit against Apple Epic Games filed notice that is appealing a federal judge's decision in a lawsuit alleging Apple has been running an illegal monopoly that stifles competition. by the Associated Press Published Sep. 12 2021 @ 11:05pm

Unions split on vaccine mandates, complicating Biden push The National Nurses Union applauded President Joe Biden’s proposal to require companies with more than 100 employees vaccinate their work force. by the Associated Press Published Sep. 11 2021 @ 11:05pm

Judge loosens Apple’s grip on app store in Epic decision SAN RAMON, Calif. (AP) — A federal judge ordered Apple to dismantle a lucrative part of the competitive barricade guarding its closely run iPhone app store, but rejected allegations the company has been running an illegal monopoly that stifles competition and innovation. Published Sep. 11 2021 @ 11:05pm

Don’t get cleaned out during fall cleanup As leaves begin to fall and garden plants go to seed, homeowners may be thinking about hiring a lawn or landscape firm to clean up yards before winter. by Michelle Gleba Better Business Bureau Published Sep. 11 2021 @ 11:05pm

BizBeat: New Indian restaurant hopes to give back to community There's some new flavor available on Jefferson City's Ellis Boulevard. by Madeleine Leroux Published Sep. 11 2021 @ 11:04pm

BizBeat: Zesto Drive-In South closes doors Zesto Drive-in South had its final day of business Saturday after years of serving the Jefferson City community. by Madeleine Leroux Published Sep. 11 2021 @ 11:04pm