McDonald's details new measures to safely reopen dining rooms
McDonald’s is preparing to welcome customers back into their dining rooms — but only after their new safety standards have been met.
McDonald’s is preparing to welcome customers back into their dining rooms — but only after their new safety standards have been met.
Uber to require drivers and riders to wear face masks beginning May 18
Uber said it will require drivers to take a selfie in the app to enforce the rule.
Uber said it will require drivers to take a selfie in the app to enforce the rule.
Tyson Foods temporarily cutting prices on beef products amid spike in grocery prices
Tyson Foods, one of the largest meat-processing companies in the world, announced this week that the company will be cutting prices on select beef products amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
Tyson Foods, one of the largest meat-processing companies in the world, announced this week that the company will be cutting prices on select beef products amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
On Your Side: Online pharmacy offers generic medications at wholesale cost
For weeks, we have been telling you about many ‘new normals.’ Here's a ‘new normal’ you're sure to love.
For weeks, we have been telling you about many ‘new normals.’ Here's a ‘new normal’ you're sure to love.
City of Dallas receives 23,000 applications for rental assistance program
The city of Dallas if offering rental and mortgage assistance for residents affected by COVID-19 paid directly to banks and landlords.
The city of Dallas if offering rental and mortgage assistance for residents affected by COVID-19 paid directly to banks and landlords.
Some US airlines reportedly won’t force passengers to wear masks during flights
American, Delta and United may be encouraging, but not enforcing, their face mask policies for passengers on board.
American, Delta and United may be encouraging, but not enforcing, their face mask policies for passengers on board.
Direct deposit info for stimulus checks due by Wednesday
Time is running out to add some crucial information if you want your stimulus check direct deposited into your account.
Time is running out to add some crucial information if you want your stimulus check direct deposited into your account.
FTC warns of work-from-home scams amid COVID-19 pandemic
Promises of a big income working from home, especially when the “opportunity” involves an up-front fee or giving your credit card information, “should make you very suspicious,” the FTC says.
Promises of a big income working from home, especially when the “opportunity” involves an up-front fee or giving your credit card information, “should make you very suspicious,” the FTC says.
Stimulus Checks: What to expect, when to expect
There are more unanswered questions regarding stimulus payments.
There are more unanswered questions regarding stimulus payments.
Wendy's customers ask 'Where's the beef?' as restaurants remove menu items
Fast-food chain Wendy's is taking burgers off the menu in some locations as the U.S. deals with a meat shortage traced back to the coronavirus.
Fast-food chain Wendy's is taking burgers off the menu in some locations as the U.S. deals with a meat shortage traced back to the coronavirus.
Costco limiting amount of fresh meat items each customer can purchase
Costco is following Kroger’s lead and temporarily limiting the amount of meat its members can buy in one trip.
Costco is following Kroger’s lead and temporarily limiting the amount of meat its members can buy in one trip.
City of Dallas' mortgage and rental assistance website overwhelmed with applications
The city of Dallas' new mortgage and rental assistance website was overwhelmed and crashed on Monday just minutes after going live.
The city of Dallas' new mortgage and rental assistance website was overwhelmed and crashed on Monday just minutes after going live.
Dallas begins accepting applications for small business assistance
Small businesses in Dallas can benefit from a new program. Consumer reporter Steve Noviello talked to Councilman Chad West about the requirements. Applications opened Monday.
Small businesses in Dallas can benefit from a new program. Consumer reporter Steve Noviello talked to Councilman Chad West about the requirements. Applications opened Monday.
Kroger placing purchase limits on ground beef, pork at 'select stores'
Kroger confirmed on Friday that the supermarket chain will be putting “purchase limits” on fresh pork products and ground beef at “select stores.”
Kroger confirmed on Friday that the supermarket chain will be putting “purchase limits” on fresh pork products and ground beef at “select stores.”
StubHub facing class-action lawsuit after changing refund policy amid COVID-19 pandemic
Just about every major ticketed event has been canceled or postponed due to COVID-19.
Just about every major ticketed event has been canceled or postponed due to COVID-19.
Texas Workforce Commission answers more questions about unemployment benefits
Filing for unemployment benefits has been a headache for Texans. The Texas Workforce Commission says its staff is overwhelmed. But consumer reporter Steve Noviello was able to bring some of your concerns directly to them.
Filing for unemployment benefits has been a headache for Texans. The Texas Workforce Commission says its staff is overwhelmed. But consumer reporter Steve Noviello was able to bring some of your concerns directly to them.
Program helps Texans struggling to pay electric bills
There is help for Texans who can't pay their electric bill due to loss of wages during the coronavirus pandemic. It's a stay on disconnections plus money when you are short. Consumer reporter Steve Noviello talks to Andrew Barlow from the Public Utility Commission to find out more.
There is help for Texans who can't pay their electric bill due to loss of wages during the coronavirus pandemic. It's a stay on disconnections plus money when you are short. Consumer reporter Steve Noviello talks to Andrew Barlow from the Public Utility Commission to find out more.
Costco stores will require customers to wear face masks while shopping starting May 4
Costco has updated its policy page regarding its response to the novel coronavirus, saying that all "Costco members and guests must wear a mask or face covering that covers the mouth and nose at all times while at Costco." The policy will go into effect May 4."This requirement does not apply to children under the age of 2 or to individuals who are unable to wear a mask or face covering due to a medical condition," according to Costco's updated page, noting that the use of a face mask or covering should not serve as substitute for social distancing.Costco had previously stated that the face mask policy would only apply to some of its stores before the April 29 update.
Costco has updated its policy page regarding its response to the novel coronavirus, saying that all "Costco members and guests must wear a mask or face covering that covers the mouth and nose at all times while at Costco." The policy will go into effect May 4."This requirement does not apply to children under the age of 2 or to individuals who are unable to wear a mask or face covering due to a medical condition," according to Costco's updated page, noting that the use of a face mask or covering should not serve as substitute for social distancing.Costco had previously stated that the face mask policy would only apply to some of its stores before the April 29 update.
Some credit card companies lowering limits during coronavirus pandemic
If you're counting on your available credit to bridge your bank account during income loss, you may find you've been left with very little. Consumer reporter Steve Noviello talks to Ted Rossman from creditcards.com about what's been happening.
If you're counting on your available credit to bridge your bank account during income loss, you may find you've been left with very little. Consumer reporter Steve Noviello talks to Ted Rossman from creditcards.com about what's been happening.
American Airlines to give masks to passengers; other airlines issue new travel guidelines
American Airlines is promising to step up the cleaning of its planes to protect workers and passengers.
American Airlines is promising to step up the cleaning of its planes to protect workers and passengers.