Waffle House will raise wages for tipped workers amid labor advocacy efforts
Waffle House is increasing pay for its U.S. workers - and menu prices are going up.
Waffle House is increasing pay for its U.S. workers - and menu prices are going up.
Iconic American brand closing its last remaining US factory
The iconic American brand is closing its last remaining manufacturing plant in the South Carolina this fall, which will result in more than 100 employees losing their jobs.
The iconic American brand is closing its last remaining manufacturing plant in the South Carolina this fall, which will result in more than 100 employees losing their jobs.
These are the industries with the happiest hourly workers, according to survey
Many hourly employees report feeling happy in their daily grind – depending on what kind of shift work they do and even where they live.
Many hourly employees report feeling happy in their daily grind – depending on what kind of shift work they do and even where they live.
Chick-fil-A location's summer camp for kids draws criticism, sparks debate
Facebook users sound off about Louisiana-based Chick-fil-A camp as some defend it.
Facebook users sound off about Louisiana-based Chick-fil-A camp as some defend it.
These US cities have the biggest inflation problems, study finds
High inflation continues to impact the economy, and these cities are feeling it the most.
High inflation continues to impact the economy, and these cities are feeling it the most.
A history of Buc-ee's: 5 things you didn’t know about the popular convenience store chain
The Texas-based company has built a loyal following among fans through the years for their food, clean bathrooms, and distinct logo.
The Texas-based company has built a loyal following among fans through the years for their food, clean bathrooms, and distinct logo.
Soaring insurance rates drive auto insurance shopping rates higher: report
Shopping rates for new auto insurers climbed in January and February 2024, rebounding from a dip in the previous quarter.
Shopping rates for new auto insurers climbed in January and February 2024, rebounding from a dip in the previous quarter.
Costco to stop selling books year-round: report
Costco will stop selling books regularly from January through August due to added stocking costs, only selling them regularly during the holiday season, reports say.
Costco will stop selling books regularly from January through August due to added stocking costs, only selling them regularly during the holiday season, reports say.
What are Summer Fridays? Experts say this workplace perk is on the decline
Summer Fridays were once seen as an easy and popular way to boost employee morale. So why are they seemingly on the decline?
Summer Fridays were once seen as an easy and popular way to boost employee morale. So why are they seemingly on the decline?
Experts say Red Lobster's shrimp excuse is 'smoke screen' for real problems
The chain is auctioning 50-plus locations across the nation.
The chain is auctioning 50-plus locations across the nation.
TJ Maxx, Marshalls parent equipping employees with body cameras to stop theft
TJX Companies, the parent of TJ Maxx, Marshalls, and HomeGoods, has equipped loss prevention associates with body cameras over the past year to deter theft, de-escalate incidents, and enhance store safety, with footage shared only with law enforcement or by subpoena.
TJX Companies, the parent of TJ Maxx, Marshalls, and HomeGoods, has equipped loss prevention associates with body cameras over the past year to deter theft, de-escalate incidents, and enhance store safety, with footage shared only with law enforcement or by subpoena.
Flavor Flav orders every Red Lobster menu item to support seafood chain
Amid news of Red Lobster’s bankruptcy, Flavor Flav ordered everything off the menu to support the chain and save its famous cheddar biscuits.
Amid news of Red Lobster’s bankruptcy, Flavor Flav ordered everything off the menu to support the chain and save its famous cheddar biscuits.
Borrowers urged to apply for Navient's private student loan forgiveness
The Project on Predatory Student Lending (PPSL) launched a campaign to raise awareness of Navient's discharge program for certain borrowers seeking relief because their school lied to them.
The Project on Predatory Student Lending (PPSL) launched a campaign to raise awareness of Navient's discharge program for certain borrowers seeking relief because their school lied to them.
CEOs got big raises last year; workers didn't
The typical compensation package for S&P 500 chief executives surged nearly 13% last year to a median of $16.3 million, significantly outpacing the 4.1% rise in private-sector worker wages, highlighting the widening pay gap amid rising inflation and financial pressure on American households.
The typical compensation package for S&P 500 chief executives surged nearly 13% last year to a median of $16.3 million, significantly outpacing the 4.1% rise in private-sector worker wages, highlighting the widening pay gap amid rising inflation and financial pressure on American households.
Spotify raising US prices for premium plans, again
The Sweden-based audio streaming giant announced Monday it is raising prices for its premium plans in the U.S. once again, after increasing subscription fees nearly a year ago.
The Sweden-based audio streaming giant announced Monday it is raising prices for its premium plans in the U.S. once again, after increasing subscription fees nearly a year ago.
The 10 cheapest new cars in 2024
Nissan, Kia, Hyundai and Mitsubishi dominate Cars.com's list of the cheapest new cars.
Nissan, Kia, Hyundai and Mitsubishi dominate Cars.com's list of the cheapest new cars.
Gas prices dropped by more than they have all year as after-holiday demand dips
Decreasing oil prices and less demand has caused a sizeable drop in gas prices this week.
Decreasing oil prices and less demand has caused a sizeable drop in gas prices this week.
Social Security recipients will get one less payment in June – here's why
Here's why some Social Security recipients will miss a payment in June.
Here's why some Social Security recipients will miss a payment in June.
Home insurance rates have surged nearly 40% since 2019 – but they're rising fastest in these states
Rising home insurance premiums are the latest squeeze on homeownership.
Rising home insurance premiums are the latest squeeze on homeownership.
Walgreens joins Target, Walmart in announcing summer price cuts
Walgreens is lowering prices on products, joining other retailers like Target, Walmart, and Amazon who have announced similar plans to lure in more cost-conscious shoppers.
Walgreens is lowering prices on products, joining other retailers like Target, Walmart, and Amazon who have announced similar plans to lure in more cost-conscious shoppers.