Texas Reopening: Which businesses can open on May 22?

More businesses and services are opening on Friday, May 22, as part of Phase 2 of Texas' reopening plan.

Taco Bell announces plans to hire 30,000 employees this summer

Irvine-based Taco Bell Corp. announced Thursday that the company, together with its franchisees and licensees, plans to hire at least 30,000 employees this summer while continuing to adhere to strict safety measures to protect its restaurant teams against the coronavirus.

Austin bars get ready to reopen this Friday

Bob Woody, chairman of the Texas Bar and Nightclub Alliance, says it's about time.

North Austin sushi restaurant gets unexpected gift from loyal customer

With their dine-in option only being back open for a few days, the sushi restaurant recently had a customer leave a tip in an amount they never expected.

McDonald's workers plan strike over coronavirus protections

Workers at McDonald's restaurants in 20 cities will go on strike Wednesday to put pressure on the company to improve employee protections during the coronavirus outbreak.

Sydney restaurant fills empty social distancing seats with cardboard cut-out customers

As businesses in countries around the world begin to reopen following strict coronavirus lockdowns aimed at combating the spread of the virus, many eager to return to their favorite restaurants are wondering how they will adapt to the new normal. 

Restaurant in Studio City offers drive-in dining experience

The parking lot of Vitello’s Italian Restaurant is transformed into a unique outdoor dining experience. An idea that happened by accident, according to co-owner Brad Roen.

Coronavirus may prompt Potbelly to close 100 stores

While some fast-food chains have seen success under pandemic conditions, the Potbelly Sandwich Shop is considering a permanent closure of up to 100 company-owned stores as sales dropped by nearly 70 percent in March.

Wisconsin bars flooded with patrons hours after state Supreme Court ends coronavirus stay-at-home order

Several bars across Wisconsin were flooded with patrons just hours after the state Supreme Court issued a ruling striking down an extension of Gov. Tony Evers’ stay-at-home order that had been in effect since mid-March to limit the effect of the coronavirus.

McDonald's details new measures to safely reopen dining rooms

McDonald’s is preparing to welcome customers back into their dining rooms — but only after their new safety standards have been met.

Tyson Foods temporarily cutting prices on beef products amid spike in grocery prices

Tyson Foods, one of the largest meat-processing companies in the world, announced this week that the company will be cutting prices on select beef products amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.

Coronavirus diets: What's behind the urge to eat like little kids?

The COVID-19 pandemic has upended nearly every facet of our daily lives, from how we dress, to how we work, to how we exercise and how we eat.