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More Americans apply for jobless benefits last week

More Americans applied for jobless aid last week, but the total number of Americans collecting unemployment benefits is at a 53-year low.

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Starbucks to cover abortion travel costs for employees

Coffee chain is the latest big company to add coverage ahead of an expected Supreme Court ruling on Roe v. Wade.

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Starbucks will cover travel for workers seeking abortions

Starbucks says it will pay travel expenses for U.S. employees to access abortion or gender-confirmation procedures if those services aren't available within 100 miles of a worker’s home.

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Starbucks to cover employees' travel expenses for abortions, gender-affirming surgeries

Starbucks said it will start covering eligible travel expenses for employees seeking abortions or gender-affirming procedures.

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Interfaith group asks Starbucks to drop vegan milk surcharge

A group of Christian, Hindu, Buddhist and Jewish leaders is asking Starbucks to stop charging extra for vegan milk alternatives.

Slightly more Americans seek jobless aid last week

The number of Americans applying for jobless aid ticked up slightly last week but the total number of Americans collecting benefits remained at its lowest level in more than five decades.

Actor James Cromwell talks Starbucks ‘glue-in’ and public activism

We caught up with "Babe" and "Succession" actor James Cromwell after he glued his hand to a Starbucks counter as part of a PETA protest.

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Actor James Cromwell Glues Hand To Starbucks Counter In Protest

Cromwell and other activists glued their hands to a Manhattan Starbucks counter in protest of extra charges for drinks made with plant-based milk.

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NLRB presses Starbucks to reinstate 7 fired workers tied to union drive

The labor regulator is seeking a court order to compel the coffee chain to rehire the group in Memphis.

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'Succession' star James Cromwell glues his hand to a Starbucks counter in a protest

Actor and activist James Cromwell glued his hand to a midtown Manhattan Starbucks counter on Tuesday to protest the coffee chain's extra charge for plant-based milk.

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‘Babe’ star James Cromwell superglues hand to Starbucks counter

'Succession' and 'Babe' actor James Cromwell was protesting Starbucks' nondairy milk upcharge.

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'Succession' star glues hand to Starbucks counter in protest

Actor and activist James Cromwell glued his hand to a midtown Manhattan Starbucks counter to protest the coffee chain’s extra charge for plant-based milk.

"Succession" actor James Cromwell super-glued himself to a Starbucks counter as part of PETA's vegan milk protest

Cromwell and others demonstrated at the New York City Starbucks in an effort to encourage the company not to charge extra for vegan milk.

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"Succession" actor James Cromwell super-glued himself to a Starbucks counter as part of PETA's vegan milk protest

Cromwell and others demonstrated at the New York City Starbucks in an effort to encourage the company not to charge extra for vegan milk.

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Starbucks accused of unfair labor practices in Buffalo by Federal labor officials

Federal labor officials filed a sweeping complaint Friday accusing Starbucks of unfair labor practices at its stores in Buffalo.

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Feds accuse Starbucks of unfair labor practices in Buffalo

Federal labor officials are accusing Starbucks of unfair labor practices at its stores in Buffalo, New York, including retaliation against pro-union employees.

Starbucks hit with sweeping labor complaint including over 200 alleged violations

The NLRB says Starbucks interfered with, restrained and coerced employees seeking to unionize in various ways.

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Starbucks "deeply concerned" about Biden meeting with barista union

Coffee chain objected to not being included in White House meeting, saying that most of its workers oppose effort to unionize.

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Starbucks criticizes Biden's visit with union leaders, requests White House meeting

Starbucks is asking the White House for a meeting after President Joe Biden met with an organizer who is helping its coffee shops unionize.

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Stocks making the biggest moves midday: Uber, Lyft, Airbnb, Starbucks and more

These are the stocks posting the largest moves in midday trading.

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Starbucks says employees getting new benefits, but not at stores that are unionizing

On an investor call, Starbucks interim CEO Howard Schultz said the company was investing $1 billion to raise wages, enhance benefits and modernize stores. But unionized stores won't get some of that.

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As more stores unionize, Starbucks vows to boost worker pay

Coffee chain says U.S. workers to make at least $15 an hour by the summer, alleviating staffing shortages.

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Apple feeling heat from workers as third store moves to unionize

Newly empowered retail workers at America's biggest company are pushing for better pay and more say.

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Starbucks to hike wages, double training for workers as CEO Schultz tries to head off union push

Starbucks said it will hike wages for tenured workers and double training for new employees as it seeks to beat back the union push from its baristas.

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Starbucks reports record Q2 sales, enhances worker benefits

Starbucks’ sales climbed to a record $7.6 billion in its fiscal second quarter, but its profits took a hit from climbing labor costs.

Starbucks is about to report earnings. Here's what to expect

It's Howard Schultz's first earnings report since taking back the top job at Starbucks in early April.

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Starbucks union claims CEO Schultz violated labor law by 'threatening to withhold' benefits

The union alleges in a letter obtained by CNBC that Schultz's recent comments about an improved benefits plan amounted to illegal threats.

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Starbucks workers drive nationwide surge in union organizing

Starbucks workers have driven a surge in union election petitions filed with the National Labor Relations Board. Unionizing has also picked up at colleges, non-profits and pot dispensaries.

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Employees at a Starbucks store in Minnesota become the first in the state to unionize

Twenty Starbucks stores have now unionized. Around 220 Starbucks stores have sought elections, with more added every day.

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North Dakota state senator quits after child porn suspect texts

Ray Holmberg, North Dakota’s longest-serving state senator, announced Monday that he would resign following a report that he had traded text messages with a man jailed on child pornography charges. There is currently no indication that Holmberg will be charged.

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NLRB sues Starbucks for retaliating against 3 workers involved in unionizing

Federal officials asked the court to have the employees reinstated. At least 28 Starbucks stores across the country have voted to form a union.

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The resurgence of unions and the fight against Amazon

America's second-largest employer fought hard against unionization efforts at its Staten Island, N.Y., warehouse. But "team members" there voted in favor – a sign, experts say, that younger workers find unions "cool" again.

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U.S. labor board sues Starbucks over union retaliation claims

More than 200 Starbucks locations have filed paperwork to unionize under Workers United since August.

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What Cramer is watching Friday — Gap shake up, AmEx blowout, Starbucks unionized

Danaher, Boeing are among the analyst calls Friday morning as market tries to avoid third straight losing week.

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Starbucks alleges baristas union intimidated workers in new complaints with the labor board

Workers United has filed dozens of complaints against Starbucks with the NLRB.

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Retail is plagued with workers making less than $15 an hour, despite employers' rising profits

More than 90% of workers at Dollar General earn below $15 an hour, according to survey from economic think tank.

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Starbucks workers win streak of union elections, with no sign of slowing

Once seen as among the most generous of employers, Starbucks is now grappling with disillusionment among its workers. Since December, 20 stores have unionized with more filing for elections every day.

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Starbucks is reportedly weighing better benefits for non-union workers

In his week and a half back at the helm of the company, Schultz has already been waging a more aggressive campaign against the union than former CEO Kevin Johnson.

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Best gift cards for Mother's Day

Find Mother's Day gift cards to Starbucks, Grubhub and more at Amazon.

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Starbucks workers vote to unionize 3 more stores, pushing total to 13

Employee votes have tipped in favor of unionizing at 13 of 14 Starbucks elections held so far, according to Starbucks Workers United, the SEIU-affiliated union working to organize Starbucks workers.

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Meet the barista and Rhodes Scholar helping lead the fight to unionize Starbucks

Jaz Brisack found her calling as a teenager, and at 24 helped make history by organizing baristas in Buffalo, New York.

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Starbucks Needs to Reward Its Workers More

Howard Schultz should take the money he’s saving on share buybacks and use it to give employees annual bonuses and company stock.

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Stocks making the biggest moves midday: Twitter, Starbucks, Tesla and more

These are the stocks posting the largest moves in midday trading.

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Starbucks' longtime CEO is back again. This time, things are different

Howard Schultz rejoins Starbucks as interim CEO as the company faces multiple challenges, including an unprecedented wave of unionization at stores across the country.

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Starbucks suspends stock buyback program as more locations unionize

Interim CEO Howard Schultz said it's time to redirect funds to "invest more profit into our people and our stores."

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What Cramer is watching Monday — Musk takes big Twitter stake and Starbucks axes buybacks

Tesla and Twitter were among the biggest movers Monday mornings, while the overall market was flat.

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Starbucks halts stock buybacks as Schultz returns

Longtime Starbucks leader Howard Schultz returned to the company as interim CEO Monday.

Starbucks stock falls as interim CEO Howard Schultz suspends share buybacks

Starbucks is suspending its share repurchase program as Howard Schultz returns to the helm of the company.

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Stocks making the biggest moves in the premarket: Twitter, Tesla, Starbucks and more

The stocks making the biggest moves in premarket trading include Twitter, Tesla, Starbucks, and more.

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Starbucks' New York City Reserve Roastery becomes the 9th cafe to unionize

The Reserve Roastery locations were the brainchild of Howard Schultz, who returns as CEO on an interim basis on Monday.

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March unemployment rate nears prepandemic levels, Black workers see sharp improvement

The March jobs report showed unemployment rates near pre-Covid levels across racial lines, with sharp improvements for Black workers.

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The abrupt Starbucks CEO change reveals a big topic boards struggle with

Changes in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic coupled with rising stakeholder activism is reshaping CEO succession planning for boards of directors.

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Seattle Starbucks unionizes in coffee giant's home city

Baristas and other employees at a Seattle Starbucks have voted to unionize, the first such vote in the city where Starbucks originated and the latest in a nationwide push to organize the coffee shop chain.

Seattle Starbucks location unanimously votes in favor of unionizing, a first in the company's hometown

The Seattle location is the seventh company-owned Starbucks cafe to vote in favor of unionizing under Workers United.

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I'm a solo female van lifer. Here's how I spent $730 in a week on the road.

I went through under $1,000 in seven days on the road and paid the most for gasoline, groceries, and going out for dinner and drinks with friends.

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Labor foe Schultz returns as Starbucks union effort grows

From the time he bought Starbucks in 1987 to the time he stepped down as chairman in 2018, Howard Schultz successfully fought attempts to unionize Starbucks’ U.S. stores.

Founder Howard Schultz Returns To Lead Starbucks On Interim Basis

Schultz stepped down as CEO in 2000 and became the company's chairman. He returned as CEO in 2008, when the company was struggling in the recession.

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Founder Howard Schultz Returns To Lead Starbucks On Interim Basis

Schultz stepped down as CEO in 2000 and became the company's chairman. He returned as CEO in 2008, when the company was struggling in the recession.

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Starbucks Doesn’t Need a Triple Shot of Howard Schultz

The executive’s return as interim CEO could complicate the search for a permanent leader.

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Starbucks is searching for its next CEO. Here's who could be in the running

Whoever takes the reins will inherit a business still recovering from the pandemic, particularly in China, and facing a swelling effort by baristas to unionize.

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Howard Schultz returns to lead Starbucks on interim basis

Longtime Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz is returning to lead the company on an interim basis after the coffee giant’s current CEO announced his retirement.

Starbucks workers at 3 more NY stores vote to unionize

Employees at three more Starbucks stores in suburban Buffalo have voted to form unions.

McDonald's, Starbucks, Coke, Pepsi join exodus out of Russia

McDonald’s, Starbucks, Coca-Cola, PepsiCo and General Electric all announced Tuesday they were suspending their business in Russia in response to the country’s invasion of Ukraine.

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Arizona Starbucks becomes 1st outside New York to unionize

Employees at a Starbucks in suburban Phoenix voted Friday to form a union, becoming the first store outside New York to organize.

‘Are you okay?’ Message from Starbucks barista on customer’s cup leaves Texas mother grateful

A Corpus Christi mother is giving thanks to area Starbucks employees for keeping an extra close eye on her daughter and keeping her safe during an unexpected confrontation.

Starbucks, citing safety, fires 7 seeking union in Memphis

Starbucks has fired seven employees who were leading an effort to unionize a Memphis, Tennessee, store.

Starbucks' strong US holiday offset by costs, China slump

Starbucks had a strong holiday season in the U.S., but those results were offset by higher labor and commodity costs and weaker sales in China.

Starbucks nixes vaccine mandate after Supreme Court ruling

Starbucks is no longer requiring its U.S. workers to be vaccinated against COVID-19, reversing a plan it announced earlier this month.

Second Starbucks store near Buffalo votes to unionize

A second Starbucks store near Buffalo, New York, has voted to unionize.

Companies keep mum as vaccine mandate goes to Supreme Court

Companies that would be affected by a Biden administration vaccine-or-testing requirement for workers have largely remained on the sidelines while the Supreme Court considers whether the rule can be enforced.

Unionized Starbucks workers walk out, citing health concerns

Employees of a Starbucks store in upstate New York who voted to unionize last month have walked off the job.

Starbucks says employees must get COVID-19 vaccine or test weekly

Starbucks says its U.S. workers must be fully vaccinated by Feb. 9 or face a weekly COVID testing requirement.

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Labor board certifies first union at a US Starbucks store

The National Labor Relations Board has confirmed a vote to form a union at a Starbucks store in Buffalo.

Starbucks fights expanding unionization effort at its stores

Starbucks is fighting an expanded effort to unionize its stores.

Starbucks is giving away reusable red holiday cups for free on Thursday

If you fa-la-la-la-love freebies and coffee, this one’s for you.

Starbucks red cups return for holiday season along with new drink options

The annual red cup holiday tradition at Starbucks is returning Nov. 4 for the 2021 season along with some festive drinks.

Starbucks posts record quarterly sales thanks to US business

Strong U.S. sales helped make up for weakness in other markets in Starbucks’ fiscal fourth quarter.

Pumpkin spice lattes, pumpkin cream cold brew return to Starbucks with new apple crisp macchiato

It’s the most wonderful time of the year for pumpkin spice fans.

Starbucks hits sales record as customers return to stores

Starbucks saw record sales in its fiscal third quarter as the impact of the pandemic receded and customers flocked to its stores.

Starbucks returns to sales growth in its fiscal Q2

After four straight quarters of sales declines, Starbucks returned to growth in the January-March period.

More than 400 businesses back LGBTQ rights act

More than 400 companies __ including Tesla, Pfizer, Delta Air Lines and Amazon __ have signed on to support civil rights legislation for LGBTQ people that is moving through Congress.

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Walgreens taps Starbucks exec Brewer as its new CEO

FILE - Starbucks COO Roz Brewer talks about the proposed redesign of a Starbucks store in New Jersey as she speaks Wednesday, March 20, 2019, during the company's annual shareholders meeting in Seattle. Walgreens has tapped Roz Brewer as its new CEO, which will make her the only Black woman currently leading a Fortune 500 company. Brewer will take over as Walgreens CEO on March 15, 2021 after a little more than three years as Starbucks' chief operating officer. At Starbucks, Brewer revamped stores, taking out clutter and cutting down on administrative work so employees could focus on customers and speed up service. Prior to joining Starbucks, Brewer served as president and CEO of Sam’s Club, the members-only warehouse channel of Walmart Inc. She also grew membership and improved merchandise there.

Starbucks' recovery, solid in China, still slow in the US

Starbucks said its business in China, its second-largest market after the U.S., has largely recovered, with same-store sales up 5% in the first quarter. Starbucks said it’s seeing fewer customers in China, but they’re spending more when they visit. The company opened almost 160 stores in China during the first quarter, for a total of more than 4,800. But in the U.S., same-store sales were down 5% for the quarter despite the holiday drinks that usually draw customers. Starbucks said it's confident U.S. same-store sales will rise between 5% and 10% in its fiscal second quarter as the pandemic's impact continues to fade.

Xi asks Starbucks' Schultz to help repair US-China ties

Xi is asking former CEO Howard Schultz of Starbucks to help repair U.S.-Chinese relations that have plunged to their lowest level in decades amid a tariff war and tension over technology and security. (AP Photo/Andy Wong, File)BEIJING – President Xi Jinping is asking former CEO Howard Schultz of Starbucks to help repair U.S.-Chinese relations that have plunged to their lowest level in decades amid a tariff war and tension over technology and security. A letter from Xi to Schultz reported Friday by the official Xinhua News Agency was a rare direct communication from China's paramount leader to a foreign business figure. In a statement issued Friday, Schultz didn't directly address Xi's request to help repair relations, instead saying it was “a great honor” to receive the letter from China's president. The Cabinet press office didn’t immediately respond to questions about what Xi wanted Schultz to do and whether he contacted other American business leaders.

Starbucks giving away free coffee to frontline healthcare workers throughout December

SAN ANTONIO – Starbucks has announced it will hand out free coffee to frontline healthcare workers, including doctors, nurses, first responders and hospital staff, throughout December. The coffee giant on Tuesday said that employees can receive a free tall coffee, hot or iced, as a thank you for their “significant efforts” during the COVID-19 pandemic. “It has been an extraordinarily difficult year, especially for the front-line responders who are serving our communities,” Virginia Tenpenny, Starbucks vice president of global social impact, said in a news release. and hospital staff (janitor, housekeeping, security, etc.). They must identify themselves as frontline healthcare workers, the release states.

Oh so bad, but oh so good all at the same time: Whet your appetite with this quiz on fast food

There is a lot that has changed about society over the past few decades, but one thing that has stayed constant is people’s love for fast food.

As seen on SA Live - Friday, November 6, 2020

SAN ANTONIO – Today at 1 p.m. on SA Live, it’s National Nachos Day! Do you like melted shredded cheese on your nachos or queso? pic.twitter.com/It7OYXsXMe — SA Live (@SALiveKSAT) November 6, 2020We have a spot where you can find some quality nachos today! SA Live airs weekdays at 1 p.m. on KSAT 12. Stream the show anytime from the KSAT TV app on Roku, Fire Stick, a smart TV or smartphone.

Starbucks holiday drinks are back with free red cups on Friday

The 2020 Starbucks holiday drinks are officially back in stores. The festive drinks are back for the holidays and include the Peppermint Mocha, Toasted White Chocolate Mocha, Caramel Brulee Latte, Chestnut Praline Latte and Eggnog Latte. Anyone who orders one of the holiday beverages on Friday, Nov. 6, will receive a free collectible cup, while supplies last. The free cups are available for orders placed in the cafe, drive-thru or curbside, in addition to Starbucks Delivers with Uber Eats. The Seattle-based coffee company is also serving new holiday-inspired foods like the cranberry orange scone, sugar plum Danish pastry, cranberry bliss bar, snowman cookie and a snowman cake pop.

Starbucks targets new market, in coffee exporting Laos

BANGKOK – Starbucks said Monday it plans to open an outlet in Laos as it expands its network of more than 10,000 stores in Asian countries. “We are pleased to introduce the Starbucks brand into Laos, which further builds on our 20 year relationship with Starbucks to grow the coffee industry across Asia,” said Michael Wu, Chairman and Managing Director, Maxim’s Caterers Limited. Before the coronavirus pandemic hit, Laos was drawing growing numbers of foreign tourists, with more than 4 million visiting in 2018. “We will take a thoughtful approach to driving sustainable growth in Laos and look forward to contributing to the country’s vibrant coffee culture," Starbucks said. Starbucks said it was monitoring the coronavirus situation but is still aiming at an opening in summer 2021.

Floresville set to break ground on first Starbucks in Wilson County

Floresville, Texas – For most of us we can drive up to a Starbucks at any time, but in Wilson County that wasn’t an option until now. The Floresville City Manager has announced that a Starbucks is being developed. In an announcement on Facebook, city manager Henrietta Turner said that the project will create local jobs and support economic development. “This is one of the many projects that are in the works, as we continue the partnership with the City of Floresville," Economic Development Executive Director Benjamin T. Reed said. “With the addition of Starbucks to the area, this allows us to better compete with a different type of retailer.”The Starbucks will be located off Highway 181.

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More companies pledge to give workers time to vote

Walmart says it will give its 1.5 million U.S. workers up to three hours paid time off to vote. Then, he formed A Day for Democracy, which asks employers to give workers time off to vote and distribute voter registration information. Once this election is over, Paladjian plans to advocate for a federal election holiday. A little over 400 companies participated last time; Time to Vote says 700 have joined so far this year. Gilbert said even if people vote early, they can still take time on Election Day to drive people to polls, work at polling stations or provide child care so someone else can vote in person.

Starbucks extends free coffee offer for first responders and frontline workers through May 31

HOUSTON – First responders and frontline workers can continue to get their much-needed coffee boost from Starbucks for free through the end of May. Starbucks announced it’s extending its current free coffee offer to frontline workers and first responders through May 31. Since the promotion was originally announced on March 25, Starbucks has served more than 1 million cups of free tall brewed (hot or iced) coffee to those who are helping in the fight against COVID-19. The promotion was originally scheduled to end on May 3. First responders and frontline workers can now take advantage of the promotion through May 31.

Starbucks has a plan to reopen. Here’s how it will work

(CNN) -- Starbucks is adopting a "monitor and adapt" strategy to reopen some cafes in the US following their closures in mid-March. Starbucks started reopening stores in China based on these kinds of factors, Johnson said. "As was the case in China, [monitor and adapt] means we will gradually expand and shift the customer experiences we enable in our stores," Johnson added. He added that 60% of Starbucks' US stores have a drive-thru, and 80% of orders were already being placed "on-the-go" before the pandemic hit. Starbucks warned last week that its upcoming earnings will be slashed in half because of the virus.

These hilarious tweets about Target are making moms everywhere feel seen

We get that there are much bigger problems in the world, but we couldn’t help but laugh at some of these hilarious posts people are making about how much they’re missing Target. If you’re a Target lover, we feel confident you will enjoy these posts just as much as we do. — Rory (@rcdaly95) March 31, 2020I had a dream that I went to target & woke up thinking my dream was real. Now I'm upset #imisstarget — KCB (@kaseytheginge) October 31, 2014I miss the days of wandering aimlessly through the aisles of Target. #TARGET pic.twitter.com/KuPF3EAblD — jess (@jess_arabie) April 3, 2020Getting dressed up to go to #Target cause that’s one of the only places I’m allowed to go in this free world.

Starbucks offers free coffee to front-line COVID-19 responders through May 3

SAN ANTONIO – Starbucks is helping in the fight against the coronavirus by giving first responders a free coffee daily through May 3. The coffee retailer shared details on the company’s website saying front-line responders -- like police officers, firefighters, paramedics and health care workers -- “will receive a tall brewed coffee (hot or iced) at no charge.”Starbucks CEO Kevin Johnson also announced Sunday that all retail employees will continue to receive pay for “the next 30 days whether or not their store is closed, or they are otherwise unable, or even uncomfortable, coming to work,” citing the company’s belief that “no partner should be asked to choose between work and their health.”Additionally, the Starbucks Foundation is donating $500,000 to Direct Relief and Operation Gratitude support first responders. COVID-19, the respiratory disease caused by the new virus, stands for coronavirus disease 2019. The disease first appeared in late 2019 in Wuhan, China, but spread around the world in early 2020, causing the World Health Organization to declare a pandemic in March. MORE CORONAVIRUS COVERAGE FROM KSAT:

CDC recommends no gatherings of 50 or more for 8 weeks

CHICAGO (AP) — The CDC is recommending that gatherings of 50 people or more in US be canceled or postponed over next eight weeks because of the coronavirus pandemic. California's governor asked the state's bars and restaurants to do the same, but didn't order it. From a public health perspective, this is malpractice,” Murphy said in a statement Sunday. So the first 50 people got off, and they asked us to keep a large distance between ourselves,” she said. Republican Rep. Devin Nunes had a similar message on Fox News Sunday, encouraging people to go to local restaurants and pubs despite the warnings of health officials.

Starbucks may limit seating at some stores because of coronavirus

(CNN) -- Starbucks may limit seating and keep only its drive thrus open in response to the coronavirus, CEO Kevin Johnson said Thursday. As a "last resort," it may temporarily close stores, Johnson noted. Today, more than 90% of Starbucks stores in China are open for business. The open stores still have reduced hours and are limiting seating to keep customers at a distance from one another, Starbucks said last week. In the United States and Canada, Starbucks has increased cleaning and sanitizing measures at company-owned stores.

You can’t get your own mug filled at Starbucks anymore because of coronavirus concerns

Starbucks on Wednesday announced it is temporarily suspending the use of personal cups and tumblers at its North American stores to help prevent the spread of coronavirus. "We will continue to communicate with transparency and act courageously and responsibly to ensure the health and well-being of our partners and customers," Williams said. In 2010, Starbucks launched a campaign promoting the use of personal tumblers to reduce its paper trash output. Starbucks announced Wednesday that its stores will stop the use of personal cups amid the spread of the coronavirus. Starbucks has also increased cleaning and sanitizing for all company-operated stores to help prevent the spread of germs, according to the letter.

Starbucks giving away free drinks at pop-up parties starting Friday

SAN ANTONIO – Starbucks is still in the gift-giving spirit: starting Friday, Pop-Up Parties at select locations will offer free drinks. More than 1,000 Pop-Up Parties are set to take place from 1-2 p.m. local time at select stores from now until Dec. 31, according to the coffee giant. Store locations will change daily, so check starbuckspopup.com first to see if a store in your city is offering the freebie. Coffee lovers can get a free tall handcrafted espresso beverages, hot or iced, during that time. You could win Starbucks for life in annual holiday contestYes, that even includes holiday favorites like peppermint mochas, iced toasted white chocolate mochas, lattes, macchiatos and more.

You could win Starbucks for life in annual holiday contest

If so, you could be on your way to winning Starbucks for life in the coffee giant’s annual holiday contest. Five grand prize winners will get Starbucks for life, meaning they’ll get a daily credit for one free food or beverage item at participating stores every day for 30 years. Players need to collect game pieces by making a purchase using a registered Starbucks card or visit StarbucksForLife.com to earn pieces without making a purchase. There will be 2,208,620 random winning times throughout the contest, according to Starbucks. The approximate retail value of the grand prize of “Starbucks for Life” is $59,458.50.

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