JCPenney closing these 138 stores
Struggling department-store chain JCPenney (JCP) on Friday released a list of 138 upcoming store closures as part of a previously-announced plan Opens a New Window. to kick start growth and turn more focus to its e-commerce platforms.
Struggling department-store chain JCPenney (JCP) on Friday released a list of 138 upcoming store closures as part of a previously-announced plan Opens a New Window. to kick start growth and turn more focus to its e-commerce platforms.
Amazon Prime adds alcohol to delivery list
In what seems to be an effort to offer literally everything in its same-, one- and two-day delivery service menus, Amazon Prime announced alcoholic beverages are now available. And Prime customers in Cincinnati and Columbus, Ohio can get beer and wine through Prime Now, which delivers in an hour or less.
In what seems to be an effort to offer literally everything in its same-, one- and two-day delivery service menus, Amazon Prime announced alcoholic beverages are now available. And Prime customers in Cincinnati and Columbus, Ohio can get beer and wine through Prime Now, which delivers in an hour or less.
New Reese's cups have bits of cookies in them
The newest version of the Reese's Peanut Butter Cup is hitting store shelves soon.
The newest version of the Reese's Peanut Butter Cup is hitting store shelves soon.
High Velocity Hiring
Staffing expert and author Scott Wintrip has some ideas about speeding up your hiring process. His book "High Velocity Hiring" is due out next month. But first he joins Good Day with a preview for job hunters.
Staffing expert and author Scott Wintrip has some ideas about speeding up your hiring process. His book "High Velocity Hiring" is due out next month. But first he joins Good Day with a preview for job hunters.
What the new Republican health care plan means for you
Health insurance shoppers may wind up with more options to choose from but less help buying a policy under a new Republican proposal to replace the Affordable Care Act. A plan unveiled Monday in the House of Representatives shifts more responsibility for finding affordable coverage to the individual, and away from the government.
Health insurance shoppers may wind up with more options to choose from but less help buying a policy under a new Republican proposal to replace the Affordable Care Act. A plan unveiled Monday in the House of Representatives shifts more responsibility for finding affordable coverage to the individual, and away from the government.
Free Starbucks macchiatos for 5 days
To celebrate the launch of two new macchiato beverages, Starbucks is running a "buy one get one free" promotion for five days called "Meet for Macchiatos" (macchiati?).
To celebrate the launch of two new macchiato beverages, Starbucks is running a "buy one get one free" promotion for five days called "Meet for Macchiatos" (macchiati?).
J.C. Penney to close roughly 130 stores across the country
J.C. Penney says it will be closing anywhere from 130 to 140 stores as well as two distribution centers over the next several months as it aims to improve profitability in the era of online shopping.
J.C. Penney says it will be closing anywhere from 130 to 140 stores as well as two distribution centers over the next several months as it aims to improve profitability in the era of online shopping.
NAFTA in Trump era is focus at US-Mexico trade forum
EL PASO, Texas (AP) - Mexican and U.S. business leaders attending a large trade conference in the border town of El Paso said Thursday that their sectors will survive despite threats by President Donald Trump to dismantle or renegotiate the North American Free Trade Act - which he has labeled the worst deal in U.S. history.
EL PASO, Texas (AP) - Mexican and U.S. business leaders attending a large trade conference in the border town of El Paso said Thursday that their sectors will survive despite threats by President Donald Trump to dismantle or renegotiate the North American Free Trade Act - which he has labeled the worst deal in U.S. history.
United, American begin selling cheaper economy-class fare
DALLAS (AP) - American and United have started selling cheaper "basic economy" fares as they battle discount airlines for the most budget-conscious travelers. American announced early Tuesday that it began selling the new fares for flights starting March 1 on 10 different routes from its hub airports in Dallas, Miami, Philadelphia and Charlotte, North Carolina.
DALLAS (AP) - American and United have started selling cheaper "basic economy" fares as they battle discount airlines for the most budget-conscious travelers. American announced early Tuesday that it began selling the new fares for flights starting March 1 on 10 different routes from its hub airports in Dallas, Miami, Philadelphia and Charlotte, North Carolina.
New president at Texas ice cream maker Blue Bell
BRENHAM, Texas (AP) - Blue Bell Creameries says it's elevating its vice president of sales and marketing, Ricky Dickson, to replace the retiring Paul Kruse as president of the Brenham-based ice cream maker. Dickson becomes the first non-Kruse family member to lead the company since the family took over Blue Bell in 1919. Dickson has worked for Blue Bell for 36 years.
BRENHAM, Texas (AP) - Blue Bell Creameries says it's elevating its vice president of sales and marketing, Ricky Dickson, to replace the retiring Paul Kruse as president of the Brenham-based ice cream maker. Dickson becomes the first non-Kruse family member to lead the company since the family took over Blue Bell in 1919. Dickson has worked for Blue Bell for 36 years.
Burger King owner to buy chicken chain Popeyes for $1.8 billion
The parent company of Burger King and Tim Hortons is buying Popeyes for $1.8 billion, with plans to accelerate the growth of the fried chicken chain.
The parent company of Burger King and Tim Hortons is buying Popeyes for $1.8 billion, with plans to accelerate the growth of the fried chicken chain.
Trump's Boeing speech shows differences with Obama
WASHINGTON (AP) - Presidents since Franklin Delano Roosevelt have loved to tour Boeing factories. The lessons they draw from their time on the factory floor - and the inevitable photo opportunity beside shiny new airplanes - can differ wildly. President Donald Trump on Friday touted the latest Boeing 787 Dreamliner as proof of a coming American manufacturing renaissance. He toured the South...
WASHINGTON (AP) - Presidents since Franklin Delano Roosevelt have loved to tour Boeing factories. The lessons they draw from their time on the factory floor - and the inevitable photo opportunity beside shiny new airplanes - can differ wildly. President Donald Trump on Friday touted the latest Boeing 787 Dreamliner as proof of a coming American manufacturing renaissance. He toured the South...
Nokia's iconic 3310 phone may make a surprise return
A classic cellphone from another age could be coming back.
A classic cellphone from another age could be coming back.
Woman locked inside CVS after store closes
Imagine going shopping, minding your own business, when the doors close around you. It happened to a customer who was shopping at the CVS in St Cloud, Florida.
Imagine going shopping, minding your own business, when the doors close around you. It happened to a customer who was shopping at the CVS in St Cloud, Florida.
Leaders of American Airlines pilots' union blast CEO
DALLAS (AP) - Support from labor unions was critical when Doug Parker's US Airways forced a merger with American, but now the CEO of the world's biggest airline is under fire from unions unhappy about pay that lags rates at rival Delta. Leaders of the pilots' union say they have lost confidence in the ability of Parker and senior executives to lead the airline. Flight attendants...
DALLAS (AP) - Support from labor unions was critical when Doug Parker's US Airways forced a merger with American, but now the CEO of the world's biggest airline is under fire from unions unhappy about pay that lags rates at rival Delta. Leaders of the pilots' union say they have lost confidence in the ability of Parker and senior executives to lead the airline. Flight attendants...
Verizon offers unlimited wireless data plans
Starting Monday, Verizon will offer customers the option of having unlimited data plans.
Starting Monday, Verizon will offer customers the option of having unlimited data plans.
Austin-based My Fit Foods closes all stores nationwide
The Austin-based My Fit Foods has unexpectedly closed all it's stores nationwide.
The Austin-based My Fit Foods has unexpectedly closed all it's stores nationwide.
White House adviser 'counseled' after brand promotion
NEW YORK (AP) - The White House has "counseled" a top aide to President Donald Trump after she promoted Ivanka Trump's fashion line during a national cable television appearance from the White House. But House Oversight Committee Chairman Jason Chaffetz says that's not enough, calling what Kellyanne Conway did "wrong, wrong, wrong, clearly over the line, unacceptable."
NEW YORK (AP) - The White House has "counseled" a top aide to President Donald Trump after she promoted Ivanka Trump's fashion line during a national cable television appearance from the White House. But House Oversight Committee Chairman Jason Chaffetz says that's not enough, calling what Kellyanne Conway did "wrong, wrong, wrong, clearly over the line, unacceptable."
Trump criticism of Nordstrom raises conflict concern
NEW YORK (AP) - President Donald Trump criticized Nordstrom, the latest company to be the focus of his Twitter attention, saying Wednesday that the department store chain that decided to stop selling his daughter's clothing and accessory line has treated her "so unfairly."
NEW YORK (AP) - President Donald Trump criticized Nordstrom, the latest company to be the focus of his Twitter attention, saying Wednesday that the department store chain that decided to stop selling his daughter's clothing and accessory line has treated her "so unfairly."
Fort Worth GE locomotive plant to lay off 250 workers
The GE locomotive plant in Fort Worth is preparing to lay off hundreds of workers.
The GE locomotive plant in Fort Worth is preparing to lay off hundreds of workers.