Families of former Aunt Jemima ambassadors concerned about rebranding

The families of two women who portrayed Quaker Oats' Aunt Jemima expressed concerns about the company's decision to scrap the controversial branding, saying it could erase their family histories.

Company offers free cleaning service for first responders

A cleaning service saw calls drop off dramatically when the pandemic hit. Now the company is doing something amazing – cleaning some homes for free.

Eskimo Pie to rename its 'derogatory' brand name

The owner of Eskimo Pie is changing its name and marketing of the nearly century-old chocolate-covered ice cream bar, the latest brand to reckon with racially charged logos and marketing.

The real history of Aunt Jemima and the brand’s first model Nancy Green

Since the breakfast company’s announcement that it would retire the brand, many have wondered about the history behind the character on the ubiquitous syrup bottle.

AMC Theaters reverses course on masks after backlash

AMC Theaters CEO Adam Aron said Friday that its theaters will require patrons to wear masks upon reopening.

These companies are changing their branding due to racial stereotypes

Aunt Jemima, Cream of Wheat and Uncle Ben’s are joining other prominent companies across the country to change or evolve their brands to eliminate racially stereotyped branding.

Dallas women create corporate diversity ranking website

Their tech company aims to improve diversity and inclusion in the workplace by giving employees a platform to rate their businesses and give job seekers a heads up.

Dallas County business owners have mixed feelings on potential mask mandate

Dallas County Judge Clay Jenkins wants the county to follow the path laid in Bexar County and order businesses to mandate employees and customers wear masks. The businesses must tell customers they must comply.

McDonald’s plans to hire 260,000 workers this summer

The roles are part of the company’s seasonal hiring effort, with both full- and part-time opportunities.

1.5 million more laid-off workers seek unemployment benefits

The latest figure from the Labor Department marks the 11th straight weekly decline in applications since they peaked at nearly 7 million in March.

'Adapt or die' -- Restaurants find ways to evolve amid coronavirus

The virus has decimated the restaurant industry, leaving millions unemployed and shuttering countless spots for good. Many dine-in restaurants have turned to delivery or takeout. Some have become food banks or trading posts.