Department stores woes reflected in latest batch of results
NEW YORK (AP) - The outlook for department stores grew murkier Tuesday after J.C. Penney, Kohl's and Nordstrom reported fiscal first quarter results that reflected their struggles at the start of the year. Penney, which has been trying to turn around its business for several years after a disastrous reinvention plan, reported a wider than expected loss and sales declines during the quarter.
NEW YORK (AP) - The outlook for department stores grew murkier Tuesday after J.C. Penney, Kohl's and Nordstrom reported fiscal first quarter results that reflected their struggles at the start of the year. Penney, which has been trying to turn around its business for several years after a disastrous reinvention plan, reported a wider than expected loss and sales declines during the quarter.
FAA chief upbeat about prospects for Boeing 737 Max's return
After an all-day meeting with global aviation regulators, the chief of the Federal Aviation Administration sounded more upbeat than ever about prospects for clearing the troubled Boeing 737 Max to fly again.
After an all-day meeting with global aviation regulators, the chief of the Federal Aviation Administration sounded more upbeat than ever about prospects for clearing the troubled Boeing 737 Max to fly again.
FAA chief says he has no timetable for Boeing 737 Max approval
Today in Dallas, the FAA is discussing how it plans to get the troubled Boeing Jets back in the air.
Today in Dallas, the FAA is discussing how it plans to get the troubled Boeing Jets back in the air.
FAA chief has no timetable for Boeing 737 MAX approval
The chief of the Federal Aviation Administration says "maybe" public confidence in Boeing's 737 Max jet is shaken after two deadly crashes, but he thinks that will eventually change.
The chief of the Federal Aviation Administration says "maybe" public confidence in Boeing's 737 Max jet is shaken after two deadly crashes, but he thinks that will eventually change.
Southwest Airlines mechanics approve contract, 20% raise
Southwest Airlines mechanics have approved a five-year contract that adds up to a 20% raise.
Southwest Airlines mechanics have approved a five-year contract that adds up to a 20% raise.
Businessman Stedman Graham's book looks at identity and leadership
It’s one thing to have a job and another to be a leader in the workplace.
It’s one thing to have a job and another to be a leader in the workplace.
Whole Foods to remove plastic straws from all stores by July 2019
Whole Foods announced the company will be saying farewell to plastic straws by July 2019.
Whole Foods announced the company will be saying farewell to plastic straws by July 2019.
American Airlines sues unions, accusing workers of slowdown
FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) - American Airlines is accusing its mechanics and their unions of conducting an illegal work slowdown to gain leverage in contract talks, and the airline is asking a federal judge to stop the activity. The airline says mechanics have caused about 900 cancellations or long delays since early February by taking an unusually long time to repair planes and by refusing to work...
FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) - American Airlines is accusing its mechanics and their unions of conducting an illegal work slowdown to gain leverage in contract talks, and the airline is asking a federal judge to stop the activity. The airline says mechanics have caused about 900 cancellations or long delays since early February by taking an unusually long time to repair planes and by refusing to work...
Pork prices surge globally as China struggles with deadly pig plague
Meat markets across the world have been feeling the effects of a deadly swine disease that is sweeping across China, leading to the death of entire herds of pigs in many parts of the country and spurring the Chinese to import a record amount of pork from other countries.
Meat markets across the world have been feeling the effects of a deadly swine disease that is sweeping across China, leading to the death of entire herds of pigs in many parts of the country and spurring the Chinese to import a record amount of pork from other countries.
Women's clothing chain Dressbarn to close all of its 650 stores
Dressbarn is closing.
Dressbarn is closing.
Walmart to raise prices in response to increased tariffs, CFO says
Prices are about to climb at America's biggest retailer in response to the recent increase in tariffs on Chinese goods put in place by the Trump administration.
Prices are about to climb at America's biggest retailer in response to the recent increase in tariffs on Chinese goods put in place by the Trump administration.
Ford job cuts beginning this week, leading to 7,000 cuts globally
Employees at Ford Motor Co. are bracing for hundreds of new job cuts starting this week.
Employees at Ford Motor Co. are bracing for hundreds of new job cuts starting this week.
Walgreens announces commitment to hire 5,000 veterans over 5 years
Walgreens announced its commitment to hire 5,000 veterans over five years in its more than 9,500 stores nationwide.
Walgreens announced its commitment to hire 5,000 veterans over five years in its more than 9,500 stores nationwide.
Uber now offers 'conversation-free' premium trips
Have you ever gotten into an uncomfortable conversation while using Uber? Or just maybe not in the mood to make small talk during your trip? Uber says they have you covered now.
Have you ever gotten into an uncomfortable conversation while using Uber? Or just maybe not in the mood to make small talk during your trip? Uber says they have you covered now.
TurboTax hid entirely free online tax filing service from search engines, report alleges
If you've used online software to file your tax returns, you might not have realized that companies that sell online tax filing services are required to offer lower-income Americans an entirely free option.
If you've used online software to file your tax returns, you might not have realized that companies that sell online tax filing services are required to offer lower-income Americans an entirely free option.
Steak 'n Shake CEO reportedly wants to get rid of cherries on top of milkshakes to save money
The CEO of Steak 'n Shake reportedly wants to do away with the bright red cherries on top of the restaurant's signature milkshakes in order to cut costs.
The CEO of Steak 'n Shake reportedly wants to do away with the bright red cherries on top of the restaurant's signature milkshakes in order to cut costs.
Uber could open new office in Deep Ellum
Uber is considering Dallas for its latest expansion plans.
Uber is considering Dallas for its latest expansion plans.
Texas fast food icon Whataburger may be up for sale
Texans’ favorite fast food place is reportedly for sale with an eye on expansion.
Texans’ favorite fast food place is reportedly for sale with an eye on expansion.
FAA chief defends handling of Boeing Max safety approval
WASHINGTON (AP) - The acting head of the Federal Aviation Administration said Wednesday that Boeing should have done more to explain an automated flight-control system on its 737 Max aircraft before two deadly crashes, but he defended his agency's safety certification of the plane and its decision not to ground the jet until other regulators around the world had already done so.
WASHINGTON (AP) - The acting head of the Federal Aviation Administration said Wednesday that Boeing should have done more to explain an automated flight-control system on its 737 Max aircraft before two deadly crashes, but he defended his agency's safety certification of the plane and its decision not to ground the jet until other regulators around the world had already done so.
Reports: Chick-fil-A starting to 'imagine' vegan menu
Atlanta-based Chick-fil-A is reportedly working on adding vegan options and meat substitutes to the menu.
Atlanta-based Chick-fil-A is reportedly working on adding vegan options and meat substitutes to the menu.