Walgreens planning to close significant number of US stores, CEO says
Walgreens is planning to close a significant share of U.S. stores, CEO Tim Wentworth of parent company Walgreens Boots Alliance told the Wall Street Journal.
Walgreens is planning to close a significant share of U.S. stores, CEO Tim Wentworth of parent company Walgreens Boots Alliance told the Wall Street Journal.
Fathers earned 31% more in annual wages than mothers in 2023, study finds
A recent study shows that in 2023, fathers earned 31% more than mothers, underscoring the persistent "motherhood penalty" in the workforce.
A recent study shows that in 2023, fathers earned 31% more than mothers, underscoring the persistent "motherhood penalty" in the workforce.
Founder of New Black Wall Street in Atlanta, Bill Allen, has died
The New Black Wall Street in Atlanta mourns the loss of businessman Lecester “Bill" Allen, who passed away last week at the age of 80.
The New Black Wall Street in Atlanta mourns the loss of businessman Lecester “Bill" Allen, who passed away last week at the age of 80.
Rivian, Volkswagen Group announce new joint ventures into EV tech
Rivian and Volkswagen Group announced on Tuesday the two companies would be working on a joint venture to develop next-generation electrical architecture and best-in-class software technology.
Rivian and Volkswagen Group announced on Tuesday the two companies would be working on a joint venture to develop next-generation electrical architecture and best-in-class software technology.
DeKalb County businesses struggle to obtain insurance, crime to blame
The DeKalb County CEO-elect is concerned some entrepreneurs will consider doing business in DeKalb County too risky.
The DeKalb County CEO-elect is concerned some entrepreneurs will consider doing business in DeKalb County too risky.
More than 40% of Americans have no clue what a 401k is, survey finds
More than one-third of respondents confessed to not knowing the term “interest” in a financial context.
More than one-third of respondents confessed to not knowing the term “interest” in a financial context.
Paramount+ price hike: Here’s how much streaming subscriptions will cost
Paramount Global said Monday that Paramount+ with Showtime and Paramount+ Essential will receive a price hike for new monthly subscribers come Aug. 20.
Paramount Global said Monday that Paramount+ with Showtime and Paramount+ Essential will receive a price hike for new monthly subscribers come Aug. 20.
Some UPS drivers still waiting for air conditioning in trucks as temperatures soar nationwide
Some UPS drivers are still waiting for air-conditioned trucks as some areas around the country face sweltering heat just days into the official summer season.
Some UPS drivers are still waiting for air-conditioned trucks as some areas around the country face sweltering heat just days into the official summer season.
Hooters is closing several 'underperforming' US locations
Hooters is closing several "underperforming" restaurants across the U.S., joining a growing list of dining chains facing tough times.
Hooters is closing several "underperforming" restaurants across the U.S., joining a growing list of dining chains facing tough times.
UPS agrees to sell its freight-brokerage division for less than it paid for the business in 2015
United Parcel Service said Sunday it agreed to sell its Coyote Logistics division to RXO for just over $1 billion — less than it paid for the freight-brokerage company in 2015 — to focus more on its core package-delivery business.
United Parcel Service said Sunday it agreed to sell its Coyote Logistics division to RXO for just over $1 billion — less than it paid for the freight-brokerage company in 2015 — to focus more on its core package-delivery business.
Half of Americans work while on vacation, and feel guilty for taking one
Experts weigh in on why many American workers cannot unplug from their job.
Experts weigh in on why many American workers cannot unplug from their job.
Limited Too, early 2000s mall favorite of preteens, teases a comeback
Limited Too, a tween clothing retailer known for its bright, funky style, has reemerged on social media with an announcement of a comeback.
Limited Too, a tween clothing retailer known for its bright, funky style, has reemerged on social media with an announcement of a comeback.
Major retailers closing doors amid inflation, lower consumer demand
Major retail chains are being forced to close thousands of brick-and-mortar stores across the U.S., with a number of reasons cited for the shutdowns.
Major retail chains are being forced to close thousands of brick-and-mortar stores across the U.S., with a number of reasons cited for the shutdowns.
Atlanta businesses struggle with impact of major water main breaks, construction woes
Last month’s major water main breaks impacted more than 6,000 businesses in Atlanta, including JR Crickets on Cascade Road, where ongoing construction has exacerbated the challenges.
Last month’s major water main breaks impacted more than 6,000 businesses in Atlanta, including JR Crickets on Cascade Road, where ongoing construction has exacerbated the challenges.
Mortgage rates drop for third week in a row, but home buyers remain reluctant
Mortgage rates dropped to 6.87% for 30-year mortgages, but homebuying sentiment also decreased.
Mortgage rates dropped to 6.87% for 30-year mortgages, but homebuying sentiment also decreased.
Fort Worth man offered $200M to buy Virgin Orbit. He had less than $1 in his bank account, SEC claims
The SEC claims the North Texas man actually had less than $1 in his bank account when he made the offer, falsely claimed he had an SMU law degree and lied about having investments "in over 13 space companies."
The SEC claims the North Texas man actually had less than $1 in his bank account when he made the offer, falsely claimed he had an SMU law degree and lied about having investments "in over 13 space companies."
Olive Garden raising prices again amidst struggles
The restaurant chain is hiking its menu prices despite a decline in sales and customers limiting trips to eat out.
The restaurant chain is hiking its menu prices despite a decline in sales and customers limiting trips to eat out.
South Fulton smoke shop raided by cops; owners say seized products were completely legal
A smoke shop in South Fulton says cops raided their storefront even though what they were doing was completely legal.
A smoke shop in South Fulton says cops raided their storefront even though what they were doing was completely legal.
Medical debt may come off credit reports soon, helping Americans qualify for more financial products
Medical debt often informs lender decisions, so removing these debts from credit reports can help borrowers qualify for more financing.
Medical debt often informs lender decisions, so removing these debts from credit reports can help borrowers qualify for more financing.
Iconic American companies that aren't in America anymore
Tupperware announced this month that it's shuttering its last remaining manufacturing plant in the U.S. and moving operations to Mexico -- the latest iconic brand to relocate its manufacturing plants or headquarters.
Tupperware announced this month that it's shuttering its last remaining manufacturing plant in the U.S. and moving operations to Mexico -- the latest iconic brand to relocate its manufacturing plants or headquarters.