Amazon trims back DEI initiatives, latest company to make cuts

Amazon just joined Meta, Walmart and a host of other firms in trimming back its diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives. Here's what to know.

TikTok US ban: Supreme Court hears arguments over whether popular app stays or goes

In one of the most important cases of the social media age, free speech and national security collide at the Supreme Court on Friday in arguments over the fate of TikTok.

Macy's is closing 66 stores in 2025 – see the list

Macy's is closing 66 stores as part of a comprehensive strategy to revive its business. See the list of locations.

2025's top remote work companies revealed with some paying over $100,000

Some jobseekers in 2025 may be looking for remote positions, and a recently released report from FlexJobs identified the companies that had the most roles offering that arrangement.

These are the fastest-growing jobs in the US, LinkedIn says

As the new year gets underway, some Americans may be on the hunt for new jobs. The 2025 edition of LinkedIn’s "Jobs on the Rise" report identified positions that have seen major growth.

Trump denies report about changes to tariff plans

President-elect Donald Trump says he is not backtracking from his original tariff plan.

Millions to get higher Social Security payments under new law

Americans may be eligible for higher Social Security checks after a new law revokes rules that reduced benefits for public employees with state pensions.

Businesses sue state over new California workplace law

California businesses are suing to halt a new state law that bars them from requiring employees to attend anti-union meetings at work.

President Biden blocks sale of US Steel to Japan's Nippon Steel

Biden previously expressed opposition to the deal and said that U.S. Steel should remain an American-owned and American-operated firm.

Big Lots strikes deal to keep hundreds of US stores open

Big Lots has reached an agreement to keep hundreds of its stores open following its bankruptcy filing in September.

New California law will eliminate ATM overdraft fees

Assembly Bill 2017 aims to protect consumers from paying a fee when withdrawals are declined immediately.

These US retailers and restaurants fell to bankruptcies, closings in 2024

The Container Store and Party City join Macy's, Stop & Shop, Big Lots and a handful of national pharmacy chains that are rolling up the sidewalks as a divide rocks the retail world.

These retailers are closing stores in 2025

Major retailers are shutting down stores nationwide next year as the companies try to adjust their business operations and slash costs amid changes in the industry.

Nordstrom to be acquired by Nordstrom family and a Mexican retail group for $6.25 billion

Century-old department store Nordstrom has agreed to be acquired and taken private by Nordstrom family members and a Mexican retail group for $6.25 billion, the company said Monday.

The Container Store files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy

The Container Store has filed for bankruptcy amid a weaker housing market and a growing availability of cheaper alternatives.

Beloved donut shop in Castro Valley closes after nearly 40 years

A beloved, family-run business called Rudy's Donut House in the East Bay closed for good Sunday after nearly 40 years at its location on Castro Valley Boulevard.