As Party City stores close for good, these brands may take their place
Two major retailers have emerged with deals to take over Party City locations as the discount party supply chain prepares to close its doors after 40 years in business.
Social Security March payment schedule: Here’s when checks go out
Social security payments are sent monthly, but the date can vary depending on the 2025 calendar and when you were born.
McDonald's CEO gives 3 predictions for the restaurant business in 2025
McDonald’s CEO Chris Kempczinski this week offered up three predictions for trends that the quick-service restaurant industry could see this year.
Expect more restaurant bankruptcies in 2025, expert says
A growing number of restaurant chains have fallen on hard times. A bankruptcy attorney expects this trend to continue, saying companies are saddled with debt.
Costco announces 9 new stores opening in 2025, starting with 6 in March
Costco is opening nine new warehouse stores this year around the world, with six beginning operations in cities across the U.S. in the coming weeks.
Minimum wage earners must work impossible number of hours to afford rent: report
Despite many minimum-wage workers living in apartments with below-average rents, they’re still spending more than 30% of their income on housing.
Home Depot breaks same-store sales slump in US housing market that remains stressed
Home Depot ended a two-year slump in same-store sales during the fourth quarter, with U.S. comparable store sales rising 1.3%.
Layoffs hit Forever 21 ahead of reported bankruptcy filing
The layoffs come as the retailer prepares for a reported bankruptcy filing.
Elon Musk email to federal employees targeted in lawsuit
Here's the latest on the email fiasco that developed over the weekend involving Elon Musk and hundreds of thousands of federal employees.
Atlanta federal employees return to office amid confusion over controversial email
Thousands of federal employees returned to the office in Atlanta on Monday after President Donald Trump's return-to-office mandate and a warning from Elon Musk.
Joann fabric and craft stores to shut down as company goes out of business
Joann Inc., a fabric and crafts retailer, is going out of business and shuttering all its stores.
Starbucks laying off more than 1,000 corporate employees
The move comes as dozens of other private companies have announced layoffs so far in 2025, in addition to thousands of positions being affected within the federal government.
Meta approves bonuses of up to 200% for company execs as it lays off workers
Facebook parent company Meta recently announced that it approved bonuses of up to 200% for the company's executives.
Coca-Cola stands firm on DEI goals as PepsiCo scales back initiatives
Coca-Cola is standing by its diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives even as rival PepsiCo moves to scale back its own programs.
Hooters to file for bankruptcy soon: Report
After shuttering dozens of restaurants last year, Hooters will soon file for bankruptcy, according to a new report.
Pepsi drops DEI chief, representation goals – but not everyone is convinced
The soda-maker is the latest company to announce it is rolling back DEI.
Watch: Flying car moves closer to takeoff
Jetsons-like flying cars may come sooner than you think.
Career expo highlights need for construction workers in Georgia
With a growing shortage of skilled workers across Georgia, industry leaders are working to raise awareness about career opportunities in construction.
Alpharetta's ice rink's pickleball plan sparks backlash
A longtime Alpharetta ice skating rink is set to undergo a major transformation, and not everyone is happy about it.
Forsyth County gets update on project to lure NHL franchise to Georgia
Hockey fans in Georgia may be one step closer to seeing an NHL team in Forsyth County.