Columnist Joan Barron writes, “With the new year we have new words to ponder, like 'sportocrat,' and 'fleek.' The German word 'Backpfeitfengesicht' ...

PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — An Oregon cafe that takes orders in sign language has become a cherished space for the Deaf community, ...

The Long Beach bookstore’s owner is up against rising rents and a pending sale, and neighboring bookshops are feeling he brunt of the bookselling business as well.

The property is within a River Improvement Overlay district, and the demolition request is currently under review.

Many bought new books from Baker & Taylor, which has been winding down operations for months, and have endured long waits ...