DOT waives part of massive fine against Southwest Airlines

Part of a hefty fine imposed on Southwest in 2022 for canceling flights has been waived, with credit going to the airline for improving its on-time performance.

Costco files federal lawsuit challenging Trump's emergency tariff orders on imported goods

Costco is suing the federal government over President Trump's tariffs in hopes of recovering funds the retailer says it was improperly required to pay on imported goods.

Dick's Sporting Goods plans to close some Foot Locker stores

Dick's Sporting Goods plans to close underperforming Foot Locker stores after its $2.4 billion acquisition to boost profitability and growth.

Stimulus payment November 2025, IRS direct deposit relief payment & tariff dividend fact check

Don’t spend that money just yet! Rumors are circulating online that the federal government will issue new stimulus checks before the end of the year. But Congress has not passed any legislation authorizing payments, and the IRS has not confirmed that any new stimulus checks are scheduled in the coming weeks.

'Heartbroken': Richard Branson announces death of wife, Joan Templeman, at 80

Sir Richard Branson announced Tuesday that his wife of 50 years, Joan Templeman, has died at age 80, saying he was “heartbroken" to lose his “best friend" and “guiding light."

McDonald's Grinch Happy Meal: When, where to get it

McDonald’s is getting into the holiday spirit with a meal inspired by the mean one, himself: The Grinch.

Target Q3 profits slide as holiday season approaches

Target’s third-quarter profits fell sharply as the Minnesota-based company is struggling to bring in shoppers ahead of the holiday season.

Walgreens eliminates 6 paid holidays for hourly store employees

Walgreens will no longer offer many of its hourly store workers paid vacation time for major holidays amid ongoing changes with its business.

Saks Off 5th closing stores across multiple states

Saks Off 5th, the discount sister brand of luxury department store Saks Fifth Avenue, is planning to close stores across the U.S. beginning early next year.

More Americans living paycheck to paycheck, data shows

Bank of America data shows more Americans are living paycheck to paycheck. Here's where it is the worst.

On Red Cup Day, Starbucks workers vote to strike in 45 cities

Starbucks employees held walkouts at dozens of stores nationwide on Thursday to disrupt the company’s Red Cup Day.

Starbucks 'Bearista' frenzy: Some leave empty-handed, others declare ‘the war is over’

Starbucks fans are losing it over the sold-out Bearista cup and Hello Kitty plush, camping out, calling stores nonstop, and reselling the $44 cup for over $1,000 on eBay.

Target requires workers to smile at customers in hopes of boosting sales: Report

Target is hoping a new policy, that requires workers to smile at customers who come within 10 feet of them, will help the company boost sales heading into the holidays.