Americans could pay 20% more for holiday gifts this year, analysts say
Salesforce, a global software company, says holiday price hikes come as the U.S. economy rebounds from the COVID-19 pandemic and contends with a backup of cargo ships at America’s ports.
COVID-19 lockdowns, crowded cargo ports leading to holiday shortages
Retail experts suggest Americans should start their holiday shopping early since the COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted the global supply chain.
Many families face food challenges amid COVID-19 pandemic, poll shows
Many Americans struggling to feed their families over the past pandemic year say they have had difficulty figuring out how to get help and had trouble finding healthy foods they can afford.
Con-men running online COVID-19 scams, here's what you need to look out for
The Better Business Bureau is warning of email and other online scams. So stick to reputable sites when you're purchasing items pertaining to the pandemic such as masks, home COVID tests, thermometers and other supplies.
Use of certain N95 masks should stop due to ‘serious’ quality concerns, FDA says
Certain N95 masks from Shanghai Dasheng should no longer be used by health care workers due to a failure to “implement, maintain, and control a quality management system,” the FDA said.
McDonald’s to require COVID-19 vaccines for all US-based staff
“Getting vaccinated remains the single most effective thing we can do to protect ourselves and our communities,” an internal note obtained by FOX Television Stations stated.
Fireworks shortage could dim Fourth of July celebrations nationwide
Ohio-based Phantom Fireworks is urging consumers to buy their fireworks sooner rather than later.
JBS USA, Pilgrim’s offer free meat for a year in COVID-19 vaccine sweepstakes
Two meat companies are offering free beef, pork and chicken for a year to 50 families who get the COVID-19 vaccine at one of the companies’ sponsored clinics.
Walmart, AT&T offer affordable internet to those impacted by COVID-19
Walmart and AT&T teamed up to offer affordable internet to those affected by the COVID-19 pandemic through the FCC’s Emergency Broadband Benefit Program.
Emergency program to give people $50 off internet bill
Americans can begin applying for $50 off their monthly internet bill as part of an emergency government program to keep people connected during the pandemic.
Some grocery store items are increasing in price for these reasons
You may notice your cost of groceries to be a bit higher than normal and experts are saying the cost of some items are going up due to inflation brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Disney launches MagicMobile option for contactless entry to parks
The service is available for guests with Apple devices.
Formal wear businesses hurt by lack of high school proms, but remain hopeful
The owner of a formal wear business says she was majorly impacted by proms being canceled due to the pandemic in 2020, but says she's hopeful this year will bring more proms and events.
Car shoppers feeling the pinch from COVID-19 due to global computer chip shortage
The COVID-19 pandemic has led to factory shutdowns and computer chip shortages, which is also affecting the car industry and ultimately, car buyers.
Disney to close at least 60 Disney Stores in North America before end of year
It was unclear how many Disney employees would be affected by the store closures.
US government seizes roughly 10M fake N95 masks in COVID-19 probe
Federal agents have seized roughly 10 million fake N95 masks in recent weeks.
Lumber supply shortage in Arizona, US continues as demand remains
The demand for lumber remains high as the actual amount of lumber is low in Arizona and the US. The pandemic has impacted the industry tremendously, as well as weather and shipping delays.
Kroger plans to offer 15-minute COVID-19 tests to customers nationwide
Kroger announced plans to offer a completely at-home, COVID-19 test with results in 15 minutes to its customers nationwide, pending the test’s emergency approval from the FDA.
Ralphs, Food 4 Less to close 25% of Long Beach stores over extra $4 per hour 'Hero Pay' ordinance
Ralphs and Food 4 Less, both owned by the parent company Kroger, announced Monday that they will be closing 25% of their stores in Long Beach after the city council passed an ordinance requiring companies with over 300 employees nationwide to pay employees an extra $4 per hour.
COVID-19 vaccine: These retail stores, pharmacies and supermarkets are offering immunizations
Amid the roll-out of coronavirus vaccines, various retailers have answered the call to help immunize eligible members of the public, including Walmart, Costco and Publix.