PARAMUS, NJ-Vornado Realty Trust's investment in Toys R Us cost the REIT $34 million in the third quarter.

CHARLOTTE-Extended Stay America Inc. has raised the amount it plans to raise in its initial public offering to as high as $500 million.

MIAMI-Wholesale retailer Costco is looking to move an existing store to the Mall of the Americas on Flagler St. here.

CHICAGO-The suburban office market of Chicago saw some improvement in its vacancy rate in the third quarter, but weak demand and the lack of major lease deals prevented any significant dent in available space.

NEW YORK CITY-As the New York City Council prepares to vote on a $3-billion redevelopment plan for the Willets Point section of Queens near Citi Field, local officials want the city to guarantee a critical $70-million ramp will be built.

NEW YORK CITY-The Morgans Hotel Group is reportedly intending to refinance its Hudson Hotel here and sell its Delano South Beach property in Miami.

ORLANDO-The Orlando City Council unanimously approved a plan on Monday to help finance a new professional soccer stadium in the city.

GAITHERSBURG, MD-Five Mile Capital Partners LLC of Stamford, CT has brought on real estate developer Hines to help shape the redevelopment of the outdated 1980s Lakeforest Mall here.