Lyft to downsize, restructure bike and scooter program

The public should expect fewer Lyft bikes and scooters as the company plans to downsize and restructure its bikes and scooters program.

Red Lobster may exit bankruptcy protection soon

Red Lobster is set to exit Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection after a judge approved its reorganization plan. The seafood chain plans to operate 544 locations and will introduce a new CEO, Damola Adamolekun, as it looks to stabilize its business following financial struggles and restaurant closures.

Verizon to buy Frontier in $20B deal

Verizon is acquiring Frontier Communications in the massive deal to boost its network, while helping its efforts in artificial intelligence.

Why are so many restaurant chains filing for bankruptcy this year?

The year has not even reached its fourth quarter and bankruptcies among restaurant chains, operating companies and large franchisees are already nearly double what they were in 2023.

Shein, Temu: US regulators call for probe over reports of 'deadly’ baby products

Two U.S. Consumer Product Safety commissioners called for an investigation into Shein and Temu over reports of "deadly baby and toddler products" allegedly offered on their sites.

Activist investor controls enough of Southwest Airlines to call for special shareholder meeting

Elliott Investment Management has been pushing for big changes at the Dallas based airline, including dumping its CEO and chairman. Now, it looks like they're making good on their promise.

Map: US states where grocery prices have risen the most

While inflation is easing slightly, grocery prices still remain high, and the issue appears to hit some states harder than others.

Krispy Kreme Barbie Doughnuts: Locations, flavors, exclusive doll giveaway

Starting Tuesday, Krispy Kreme is celebrating Barbie's 65th anniversary with four new limited-edition doughnuts: Yes, they are pink-- no, they aren't plastic. The release will also include a giveaway. Details here.

Ford recalls over 90K vehicles in response to risk of engine intake valve breaking

There is a recall of roughly 90,700 Ford and Lincoln vehicles that the report says, "may contain intake valves that have a propensity to crack and break."

Tools and Tiaras' teaching trade skills to girls

Tools and Tiaras is a nonprofit on a mission to change the stigma about working in skilled trades, especially when it comes to girls.

Why there are more 401(k) millionaires in the US than ever before

A new report published by Fidelity Investments shows the number of 401(k) accounts with balances of $1 million or more hit a new record at the end of June.

Maryland city will pay you $20,000 to move there

A city in Maryland is offering a $20,000 incentive to get new residents to move there.

Backpage.com founder Michael Lacey sentenced to 5 years in prison, fined $3M for money laundering

Michael Lacey, a founder of the lucrative classified site Backpage.com, was sentenced to five years in prison and fined $3 million for a single money laundering count in a sprawling case involving allegations of a yearslong scheme to promote and profit from prostitution through classified ads.