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Yahoo
13 hours ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Yelp's ‘Black-Owned' Tag Was Meant To Help — In Detroit, It's Doing The Opposite, Finds Report
Yelp's introduction of a 'Black-owned' tag for its listings coincides with a decline in ratings for the Detroit area, according to a new report. The introduction of the tag seemingly increased visibility for Black-owned establishments, The Conversation reported. More reviews mentioning Black ownership were posted. Yet, the influx of reviews coincided with a reduction in overall ratings in Detroit. Local and non-local users that acknowledged Black ownership in the reviews tend to leave a lower rating, 3.03 stars. Patrons that indicated no awareness of the owner's race left higher reviews, 3.78. In Detroit, Black-owned restaurants saw a slight decrease in their star ratings. Those businesses went from an average of 3.91 stars to 3.88 after the introduction of the tag. Researchers Mathew Bui and Cameron Moy gathered 250,000 surveys from the Detroit and Los Angeles areas. Then, identifying the mention of 'Black-owned' reviews they were able to narrow their field of scope. The originators of the study believe the outcome stems from Yelp's user base dynamics. Yelp is largely used by primarily white, educated and affluent customers. The study suggests that increased visibility for the Black-owned business may have produced more 'cross-cultural' interactions. This sometimes led to reviews referencing slow and rude service. Researchers stress that digital interventions, despite good intentions, are not universally beneficial and can sometimes inadvertently worsen existing dynamics. Though Bui and Moy's general research points to trends beginning in 2020, the trend of Black businesses lagging continues today. On June 28, the State of Black Business report reveals that, reviews aside, Black businesses are struggling. Despite the initial 30% rise in Black business from 2018 to 2021, Black businesses are being shut out. Black businesses are less likely to receive venture capital investment 0.5% of venture capital funding went to Black founders in 2023, the National Urban League stated. With the active and targeted dismantling of diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives Black businesses are struggling financially. Yelp's attempt to highlight those businesses has seemingly backfired, adding to the already difficult path owners face. RELATED CONTENT: TSP Live, The 'HBCU Homecoming For Black Businesses,' Returns To Atlanta
Yahoo
20 hours ago
- Politics
- Yahoo
Last-minute amendment to Oregon bill takes aim at MultCo's ‘Preschool for All' amid state, local tug-of-war
PORTLAND, Ore. () — State lawmakers in Salem are looking at shutting down the funding for the 'Preschool for All' program in Multnomah County . County voters in 2020 approved paying for it through a tax on high-income earners. The program is planning to serve almost 4,000 3- and 4-year-old children next fall. Man named Looney Toon accused of shooting at officers indicted Gov. Tina Kotek has to the Preschool for All tax in Multnomah County, saying it discourages top earners from residing in Oregon's most populated urban metro area. Meanwhile, Multnomah County Chair Jessica Vega Pederson has . She and other county commissioners rushed down to Salem for a hastily called information session scheduled by lawmakers to advocate for Preschool for All. 'So it is perplexing to me that this is being brought forward in the last days of session. There has been no public process, no public hearings and limited ways for us to hear from the thousands of voters who approve this measure,' Vega Pederson said. These 15 Oregon food carts are among the nation's 100 best, according to Yelp Some lawmakers said they're concerned there could be a duplication of services. 'The state is investing a lot of money in our Department of Early Learning and if we are duplicating those monies, and those monies are being wasted in certain communities, we may have to make different decisions,' said Oregon State Senator Mark Meek (D-Gladstone). KOIN 6 News confirmed that the governor and the county chair have been meeting to discuss their differences. Governor Kotek wants a pause in the preschool program or the tax rate lowered, citing concerns about high-income earners leaving Portland. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now There is currently an effort underway to block the program legislatively, with a proposed bill arguing the Preschool for All program doesn't align with state standards and requirements. However, Kotek's name is not connected to the piece of legislation. It's unclear whether the bill will move forward for a full vote. However, talks between Chair Vega Pederson and Governor Kotek are expected to continue. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Washington Post
2 days ago
- Washington Post
The real reason airports all feel the same
As part of our push to create a wildly exhaustive, what-humans-actually-care-about airport ranking, we asked our friends at Yelp which airports have the best restaurants — a factor that you cited more often in your nominations than just about anything else. We were delighted to find airport restaurants fit right in Yelp's wheelhouse. In response, they helped us identify the most-loved airport brands based on Yelp pageviews, searches, photo uploads, reviews and average star rating. The results bewildered us.
Time Out
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time Out
These are the 100 best food trucks in the US, per Yelp—and 25 are from the same state
We've come a long way since the days when food trucks only doled out greasy fries or soggy tacos out of its side door. Today, mobile eateries serve fare just as delicious as you'd find in a restaurant, and the lack of overhead means they can take creative risks while keeping prices low. Talented chefs can be "at the wheel" and food truck villages have found a sort of permanent impermanence in cities like Portland, Oregon. With all that in mind, a new Yelp round-up lists the 100 best food trucks in the country and, surprisingly, 25-percent of these on-the-go restos can be found in Hawaii. Yes, the Aloha State dominated the Yelp ranking, even claiming the No. 1 spot with Tony's Catch of Kapa'a, Hawaii—the easygoing vendor is a local favorite for its seared ahi tostadas, carne asada fries, mahi sandwiches, poke bowls and more. It's conveniently located near both the beach and a bike path, making it the perfect quick, no-frills meal that lets you keep surfing, swimming or biking. Outside of Hawaii, Austin, TX, Portland, OR and Los Angeles, CA revealed themselves to be fellow food-truck strongholds—it obviously helps to have a warm climate, with diners lining up al fresco for their food. The roundup also shows that Yelpers appreciated fusion foods that creatively merge cuisines to form a new mashup, like JoJo's Hot Chicken (No. 4 on the list), which serves finger-licking Nashville hot chicken but with a zesty Ethiopian flair. The number two spot, Jim's Smokehouse, is located in a small park in Austin and serves barbecued Angus brisket that has been smoked for 12 hours. Taco Libre on Kauai rounds out the top three, known for its signature dish the "Mexi Moco," which is inspired by Hawaii's traditional loco moco dish (rice layered with hamburger patties and egg that's smothered in a savory gravy), but done up with Mexican flair. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Jim's Smokehouse (@jimssmokehouseatx) You can check out Yelp's full list of 100 best food trucks here, and the top 25 on-the-go options below: 1. Tony's Catch, Kapa'a, Kauai, Hawaii 2. Jim's Smokehouse, Austin, Texas 3. Taco Libre, Koloa, Kauai, Hawaii 4. Jojo's Hot Chicken, San Jose, California 5. La Jalisciense, Santa Nella, California 6. La Piñata Taqueria, Vallejo, California 7. Capitol Burger, Torrey, Utah 8. T-Loc's Sonora Hot Dogs, Austin, Texas 9. Mike's BBQ 101, Key Largo, Florida 10. Nico's Burgers, Los Angeles, California 11. Deckhand Dave's Fish Tacos, Juneau, Alaska 12. Taqueria Mi Guadalajara, Bishop, California 13. Mariscos Mi Gusto Es, San Diego, California 14. Aloha Shrimp, Hauula, Oahu, Hawaii 15. Yoshi's Sushi, Portland, Oregon 16. Pit Stop Hawaii Food Truck, Honolulu, Oahu, Hawaii 17. Ragga Surf Cafe, St. Augustine, Florida 18. Bake on the Run, Portland, Oregon 19. Paprika ATX, Austin, Texas 20. Iolani's Plate Lunch, Portland, Oregon 21. Bomb Burger, Northridge, California 22. Frogtowns Gourmet Tacos, Los Angeles, California 23. Bodhi Viet Vegan, Austin, Texas 24. Chochu Local, Portland, Oregon 25. HI Thai Food, Wailuku, Maui, Hawaii
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
15 Oregon food carts are among the nation's best, according to Yelp
PORTLAND, Ore. () — More than a dozen Oregon eateries secured a spot on a list of the best food carts in the U.S. — although the roundup refers to them as 'food trucks.' its ranking ahead of National Food Truck Day on Friday, June 27. While no Oregon eateries placed within the top 10, the business reviewing platform noted that the state had the second-most appearances on the list. Takeout Tuesday: Portland acai spot celebrating 10 years of organic treats California nabbed 22 spots, while Oregon nabbed 15. Portland was additionally listed as the second-best food cart city, after Austin, Texas and before Los Angeles. The Rose City's Yoshi Sushi was the highest-ranking business in the state, at No. 15. Portland's Bake On the Run, Aloha's Pachanga and Eugene's Bing King were also among Yelp's top food carts in the U.S. Here is the full list of Oregon food carts highlighted in the roundup. No. 15: Portland's No. 18: Portland's No. 20: Portland's No. 24: Portland's No. 26: Astoria's No. 28: Aloha's No. 36: Portland's No. 44: Eugene's No. 50: Tillamook's No. 64: Bend's No. 71: Aloha's No. 72: Portland's No. 77: Tigard's No. 85: Bend's No. 91: Portland's Also in the Pacific Northwest, three Washington places were highlighted as well. Kennewick's El Fat Cat Grill ranked as the 42nd-best food cart, while Issaquah's Xochi was ranked at 52nd-best. Tacoma's P&J's Waffle Delight secured the final spot at No. 100. Don't forget: Personal fireworks are still banned in Portland, officials say Yelp cited a that found America's food truck scene was worth $1.8 billion in 2024. In Portland, which in April, city officials have reported there were more than 1,100 food carts that generated about 3,000 jobs as of 2022. 'The best place to eat in your area might actually be a food truck,' Yelp said. 'That's right, mobile kitchens are bringing talented chefs to local neighborhoods, where they're cooking up gourmet meals and creative new dishes at affordable prices.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
