Protests outside Whole Foods continue after workers file discrimination lawsuit
Protests outside of a Whole Foods in Cambridge, Massachusetts, have entered their fourth week after several employees who say they were sent home for refusing to take off their Black Lives Matter face masks in June have now filed a federal class action lawsuit against the grocery chain.
Virginia Chick-fil-A offers free food for coins amid shortage
A Virginia Chick-fil-A is offering customers food vouchers in exchange for coins to avoid going cashless amid a nationwide coin shortage due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Pittsburgh's virus success fizzles in crowded bars, eateries
With a state-mandated masking order in place, Pittsburgh's gyms, salons, bars and restaurants got permission to reopen in early June, ahead of many parts of Pennsylvania.
Hundreds of Texas bar owners pledge defiance to Abbott order
Fort Worth bar owner Chris Polone has organized what’s labeled as “Freedom Fest,” in which hundreds of bar owners say they’ll open their doors and set ’em up Saturday.
Burger King will no longer serve its classic apple pie
The pies may still appear on some menus until supplies run out nationally.
Coronavirus masks are required inside these stores across the US
Here’s a list of U.S. retailers that have implemented new mask policies in light of the rising number of coronavirus cases.
New Seattle law could prevent small restaurant owners from losing their homes during coronavirus
A new law in Seattle aims to help prevent restaurant owners from losing their homes if they're forced to default on a commercial lease.
Fauci says he's avoiding planes, restaurants during coronavirus pandemic
Dr. Anthony Fauci has become the government’s most visible face in the battle against the coronavirus, and polls show him as its most trusted authority as well.
USDA finds coronavirus-related meat plant shutdowns behind cattle, beef price disparity
Ranchers saw cattle prices drop after a temporary closure of slaughterhouses during the coronavirus pandemic while limited meat at grocery stores caused prices to surge, according to a 20-page analysis by the USDA.
Universal Orlando updates coronavirus dining and mask policy
Universal Orlando updated its COVID-19 response webpage sometime this week to clarify its dining policy along with other face cover guidelines it has implemented at its theme parks and resort.
KFC, Crocs to sell chicken-scented clogs
Fans of Kentucky Fried Chicken will soon be able to show their love for the fast-food chain with a pair of branded clogs from Crocs.
Dolly Parton-inspired rooftop bar opening in Nashville
Named after Parton’s 1989 album, White Limozeen is located above boutique hotel Graduate Nashville.
Instacart customers’ data being sold online by hackers: Report
Hackers are selling personal data of Instacart customers including names, order histories and the last four digits of credit card numbers, according to a recent report.
Yelp finds more than half of restaurants are permanently closed
Restaurants are recovering from lost revenue in wake of the coronavirus pandemic, but many have remained closed for good, new data suggests.
BJ's Wholesale Club opening 2 stores
The BJ's Wholesale locations in Long Island City and Newburgh, New York are set to open in early 2021.
Blue Apron founder raises $10M for chicken-breeding company Cooks Venture
Cooks Venture is a company focused on raising its own breed of healthy chickens.
Restaurant owners during coronavirus say third-party delivery saved business and workers
Three out of four restaurants said they could have closed if it wasn't for delivery during COVID-19, a new survey shows.
‘Panera Karen’ claims masks won’t stop COVID-19 since pants don’t contain farts
A woman refused to wear a mask at a Panera Bread in California, claiming they’re useless to stop the spread of COVID-19 since people can still smell farts through pants, video shows.
What is the difference between Amazon Fresh and Amazon Pantry?
Amazon Fresh and Amazon Pantry are two different grocery delivery services that operate through Amazon's website and app.
Coronavirus outbreak at Iowa pork plant larger than state reported
The discrepancy adds to mounting questions that the state health department faces about its handling of public information during the pandemic.



















