Social security annual cost-of-living set to increase in 2022
Rising inflation is expected to lead to a sizeable increase in Social Security’s annual cost-of-living adjustment, or COLA, for the year 2022.
Gas prices on the rise, leaving only 8 states under $3 per gallon
U.S. gas prices across the nation stand at about $3.25 per gallon.
Seattle area Nordstrom stores to hold hiring events ahead of holiday season
Nordstrom is looking to fill nearly 500 seasonal and regular jobs in the Greater Seattle Area ahead of the holiday season, and will be holding a hiring event at stores in late October.
Amazon to allow employees to work mostly from home indefinitely
Amazon is trying to get their employees back to the workplace by 2022, but with so many offices around the globe, they are leaving that decision to individual teams and their managers.
Black Friday 2021 holiday shoppers could battle empty shelves, toy expert warns
The toy industry is being impacted by the shipping crisis in a big way, according to The Toy Insider editor-in-chief Marissa Silva.
Food recall warning: Bakery products shipped nationwide recalled over allergy concerns
The baked goods were distributed to 19 states.
Hobby Lobby recalls stools due to fall hazard
About 14,000 wood stools sold at Hobby Lobby are being recalled due to reports of the furniture breaking.
US considering releasing emergency oil reserves to lower gas prices, Granholm says
US gas prices surged to $3.21 per gallon this week, marking the highest cost in seven years.
At-home COVID-19 tests recalled over false positives
Hundreds of thousands of Ellume tests were recalled due to a manufacturing issue.
Bacon prices hit record high amid supply chain disruptions, increased demand
The cost of bacon was $4.77 in 2011 and has risen nearly 50% this year, according to U.S. Bureau of Labor and Statistics data.
Dog food recalled over elevated levels of vitamin D
Affected products were shipped to pet stores nationwide.
Volvo recalls older cars; air bag inflators can explode
Volvo is recalling nearly 260,000 older cars in the U.S. because the front driver’s air bag can explode and send shrapnel into the cabin.
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.
Amazon kicks off Black Friday deals early
Amazon has kicked off its deals and discounts for Black Friday ahead of schedule.
Feds seize thousands of spices, additives from ‘insanitary’ Florida warehouse
Investigators said the products were “exposed to widespread rodent infestation as well as other pests, such as live and dead insects.”
US food stamp benefits get historic increase starting in October
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) recipients will see a significant and permanent increase starting in October.
Experts advise you shop for holidays now as supply chain disruptions worsen
Labor shortage is an issue, but many times, the supply chain bottlenecking starts overseas for various reasons, including COVID-related setbacks.
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.
Supply chain disruptions mean you should shop for the holidays now
More setbacks for local stores and businesses as disruptions rack the global supply chain, and with holidays right around the corner, you may be seeing some major delays in your shipments.
Costco considering second Seattle warehouse, looking to old Sam's Club location
Costco is considering a second warehouse store in Seattle, and the company is eyeing the old Sam's Club building.