News in Cambridge

Davis Square vendor market Small Mart bans AI art
Artists who sell goods there applaud the decision, made after a vendor was selling AI-produced art.

Home style Afghan food in a regal setting
The Helmand continues to serve distinctive food in a fine dining atmosphere

Question 8 “a doomsday scenario,” say cannabis business owners
The November ballot measure would end recreational marijuana sales statewide in 2028. That has local operators and investors feeling anxious.

Customer starts fundraiser for Simon’s staff
The coffee shop’s future is still uncertain, so the effort is meant to help support its baristas.

Lamplighter plans to shift brewery ownership to employee ownership trust
Co-founders will step back from daily operations. The move comes during union contract negotiations.

Half Shell’s long run comes to a close Thursday
After nearly 30 years in business, the Mass Ave mainstay will get new owners and maybe a new approach.