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Big marijuana companies and emerging entrepreneurs are laying the groundwork to set up shop in New Jersey after voters approved a constitutional amendment legalizing the recreational use of cannabis.

The company expects to file voluntary petitions for reorganization following Chapter 11 in the U.S. bankruptcy court

Costco sells a one-year membership to Wheels Up, a private aviation company, for $17,499.99.

The Red Kettle fundraiser, known for its signature bell ringing outside of stores that cues the official start to the holiday season, will kick off early this year as the organization faces what could be the greatest risk to its fundraising goals. 

The 42 sites will hold fast-moving items in sections of warehouses that are traditionally used to ship pallets of goods to Walmart stores.

In a move to capitalize on increased holiday shopping traffic and allow for a safe shopping experience the largest U.S.-based sporting retailer is offering 10 days of Black Friday, beginning Wednesday, Nov. 18. 

Instacart was valued at $17.7 billion last month, when it raised $200 million in a private fundraising round

A Target location in Minneapolis that was severely damaged during protests in the days following the death of George Floyd is reopening with efforts to improve its image with Black customers. 

Previously, individuals who are unable to wear a mask or face covering due to a medical condition were exempt from this policy.

Ugly things can taste good too.

For the holidays, FedEx is hiring 70,000 workers, while UPS is in the throes of hiring more than 100,000 temporary employees

Analysts say there are enough major shopping events within the coming weeks that will "make up lost ground" that occurred due to the brief slowdown in spending. 

Pantry food brands are gearing up for panic-shopping as coronavirus cases continue to surge and a second round of lockdowns looms.

For major retailers, this means offering a range of deals dedicated specifically to these men and women and their families. And while products are a nice gesture, other stores are offering freebies.

China’s Alibaba said orders on its e-commerce platforms during the Singles’ Day shopping extravaganza had exceeded $56 billion by Wednesday morning.

The Container Store is capitalizing on stay-at-home, pandemic lifestyles with its most recent streaming service partnerships. 

Ward said the fleet of vehicles will not only save time but they also use 100% renewable energy. The company, which has been outspoken about its sustainability efforts, said using these vehicles will help to support Walmart's goal of reaching zero emissions by 2040.

JCPenney’s retail and operating assets to be acquired by Brookfield Asset Management and Simon Property Group.