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Walmart to pay California $500,000 in settlement over sale of brass knuckles

Walmart will pay half a million dollars in civil penalties to the state of California over allegations that it was selling and allowing third-party vendors to sell brass knuckles on its website.

Walmart boosts outlook after a strong first quarter and rising online sales

Walmart reported fiscal first quarter profits and sales that beat Wall Street estimates as the nation’s largest retailer keeps drawing budget conscious consumers to its aisles looking for food and other items in a challenging economic environment.

Florida Walmart employee fatally shoots customer, investigators say

A Walmart employee is facing a murder charge after Florida investigators say he fatally shot a customer.

Tepid outlook from Target after 4th quarterly profit dip

Target plans to invest as much as $5 billion this year expanding services for customers, including a drive up service for returns, renovations at 175 stores and improvements in online shopping.

Walmart beats Q4 expectations but is cautious on guidance

Walmart on Tuesday reported strong sales for the holiday season as budget-conscious consumers looking for better deals flocked to its stores.

Home Depot says it will raise pay for US, Canadian workers

Home Depot says it’s investing $1 billion in wage increases for its U.S. and Canadian hourly workers.

Amazon asks corporate staff to be in offices 3 days a week

Amazon will require corporate employees to return to the office at least three days a week.

1 killed, 3 hurt in shooting at El Paso, Texas shopping mall

Police in El Paso, Texas, say a one person has been killed and three others have been wounded in a shooting at a shopping mall.

Oscar Mayer Wienermobile coming to Jacksonville this weekend

The world-famous Oscar Mayer Wienermobile is making some pit stops here in Jacksonville this weekend!

Walmart shooting suspect to plead guilty to federal charges

The man accused of killing nearly two dozen people in a racist attack at a Texas Walmart plans to plead guilty to federal charges in the case.

Police: Heroic actions kept shooter from doing more harm

Police in Indiana say that heroic actions by a Walmart employee and law enforcement officers kept a gunman who shot and injured one female employee from doing more harm.

Consumer confidence bounces back, ending year on high note

The American consumer’s confidence rebounded this month, even as the Fed continues to raise interest rates and many economists fear an oncoming recession.

An inflation gauge tracked by the Fed slows to still-high 6%

A measure of inflation that is closely monitored by the Federal Reserve eased but remained at an elevated level in October, likely reinforcing the Fed’s intent to keep raising interest rates to cool the economy and slow the acceleration of prices.

Walmart shooting claims teen, young woman, father, mother

Six families are mourning loved ones who were killed in the mass shooting at a Walmart in Chesapeake, Virginia.

Survivor of Virginia Walmart mass shooting files $50M suit

A Walmart employee who survived the mass shooting at a store in Virginia has filed a $50 million lawsuit against the company.

US consumer confidence falls in November for 2nd month

U.S. consumer confidence fell for the second straight month in November amid ongoing high inflation, rising interest rates, and layoff announcements by several large tech companies.

Texas prosecutor resigns amid 2019 Walmart attack criticism

A Texas prosecutor facing mounting criticism over the handling of the 2019 Walmart mass shooting in El Paso that killed 23 people has resigned.

City holds vigil, honors 6 dead in Virginia Walmart shooting

Hundreds gathered in Chesapeake, Virginia, to honor six people killed in a mass shooting at a Walmart.

Black pastors group holds vigil for Walmart shooting victims

Five days have passed since Lorenzo Gamble was killed in a mass shooting at a Walmart in Chesapeake, Virginia.

'Missing my baby': Six killed in Virginia Walmart shooting

Family and loved ones are mourning the six people killed in a mass shooting at a Walmart in Chesapeake, Virginia.

Teenage employee among 6 killed in Virginia Walmart shooting

Authorities have announced that 16-year-old Fernando Chavez-Barron was among the six killed at a Walmart in Chesapeake, Virginia, when a manager opened fire in the store with a handgun.

Walmart shooter left 'death note,' bought gun day of killing

Authorities investigating the fatal shootings of six people at a Walmart said that the shooter bought the gun just hours before and left a note on his phone listing grievances against coworkers.

Witness: Walmart shooter seemed to target certain people

A witness says that the Walmart supervisor who shot and killed six coworkers in Virginia seemed to target people and shot some victims after they were already hit and appeared to be dead.

Inflation hovers over shoppers seeking deals on Black Friday

Shoppers eager to start holiday shopping but weighed down by inflation are hunting for the best deals at stores and online this Black Friday.

Walmart shooting raises need for violence prevention at work

The mass shooting Wednesday at a Walmart in Virginia is only the latest example of a workplace shooting perpetrated by an employee.

In wake of Walmart shooting, data shows workplaces are top target for active shooters

Police in Chesapeake, Virginia, just outside of Norfolk, said there’s no clear motive as to why a Walmart manager would open fire inside the superstore Tuesday night.

Making Ends Meet: Ways to save on your Thanksgiving dinner

Because we know making ends meet is tough right now, News4JAX has been trying to help you save on the bills that really add up like your car insurance and homeowners’ insurance.

Target's 3Q profit drops 52% as shoppers force price cuts

An unexpected and potentially ominous pullback in customer spending ahead of the holiday shopping season pushed third quarter profits at Target down 52% after it was forced to slash prices for Americans who are feeling the squeeze of inflation.

Walmart puts up strong Q3, announces opioid settlement

Walmart reported higher sales in the fiscal third quarter as more Americans seek to cut spending in face of high inflation.

Walmart offers to pay $3.1 billion to settle opioid lawsuits

Walmart has agreed to pay $3.1 billion to settle lawsuits nationwide over the impact of the prescriptions its pharmacies filled for powerful prescription opioid painkillers.

CVS, Walgreens announce opioid settlements totaling $10B

CVS and Walgreens have agreed in principle to pay a total of about $10 billion to settle lawsuits over the toll of powerful prescription opioids.

Biden nominates 7 for US attorney, judge and marshal slots

The Biden administration is putting forth seven new Justice Department and judicial nominations covering three U.S. attorney’s offices in Texas and other senior posts.

Amazon's holiday sales event sees lower sales, group says

Amazon said Thursday its Prime members ordered more than 100 million items during a sales event this week that analysts are expecting to be a bellwether for the holiday shopping season.

Here’s how Publix, Walmart, Target & other big companies are helping Floridians affected by Ian

Companies across the nation are assisting Floridians impacted by Hurricane Ian.

Amazon to hold holiday shopping event in October

Amazon says it is holding a second Prime Day-like shopping event in October.

Walmart seeks to dismiss lawsuit by FTC over money transfers

Walmart filed a motion to dismiss a lawsuit by the Federal Trade Commission that accused the retailer of allowing its money transfer services to be used by scam artists, calling it an “egregious instance of agency overreach.”.

Walmart expands abortion coverage for employees

Walmart, the nation’s largest employer, is expanding its abortion coverage for employees after staying largely mum on the issue following the Supreme Court ruling that scrapped a nationwide right to abortion.

Judge: Pharmacies owe 2 Ohio counties $650M in opioids suit

A federal judge in Cleveland has awarded $650 million in damages to two Ohio counties that sued pharmacy chains CVS, Walgreens and Walmart saying their opioid distribution policies created a public nuisance.

Broncos sale to Walton group unanimously OKed by NFL owners

The record $4.65 billion sale of the Denver Broncos to Walmart heir Rob Walton and his daughter and son-in-law has been unanimously approved by NFL owners.

Best Buy cuts sales forecast as inflation tempers spending

Best Buy has cut its annual sales and profit forecast, citing surging inflation that has dampened consumer spending on gadgets.

Asian stocks follow Wall St lower before likely US rate hike

Asian stock markets have followed Wall Street lower as traders prepare for a possible sharp interest rate hike by the Federal Reserve to cool inflation.

Asian stocks follow Wall Street ahead of likely US rate hike

Asian stock markets have followed Wall Street lower as traders prepared for a possible sharp interest rate hike from the Federal Reserve to cool inflation.

Some retailers limiting purchases of Plan B, ‘morning after’ pills

Amazon, Rite Aid and Walmart are limiting the amount of Plan B a customer can buy to avoid shortages, national news outlets reported.

FTC sues Walmart for scammers' use of money transfer unit

The Federal Trade Commission says it has sued Walmart for allowing its money transfer services to be used by scam artists who the agency says fleeced hundreds of millions of dollars from consumers.

Walmart expands health services to address racial inequality

Walmart is expanding health care coverage for employees who want to use a doula, a person trained to assist women during pregnancies, in an effort to address racial inequities in maternal care.

Jacksonville community weighs in on major companies receiving backlash for their Juneteenth support

Juneteenth is recognized as the end of slavery in the U.S. and just became a federal holiday last year.

Walmart heir Rob Walton agrees to buy Broncos in record deal

The Denver Broncos have entered into a sale agreement with the Walton-Penner ownership group.

Facing huge inventory, Target cuts vendor orders, prices

Target is canceling orders from suppliers, particularly for home goods and clothing, and it’s slashing prices further to clear out amassed inventory ahead of the critical fall and holiday shopping seasons.

Walmart adding 4 fulfillment centers, more than 4,000 jobs

Walmart is adding four new fulfillment centers to its existing capacity, a move that will bring more than 4,000 jobs and make next- or two-day shipping available to more Americans.

US stocks got close to a bear market. Here’s what that means

The stock market’s slump this year briefly pulled the S&P 500 into what’s known as a bear market Friday, before a late rally put the index in the green.

Walmart offers health screenings for wellness day

Walmart stores nationwide are holding free health screenings on Saturday, April 23, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Walmart, Kohl's settle over 'eco-friendly' rayon products

Walmart and Kohl’s are paying a combined $5.5 million in settlements after he Federal Trade Commission said the retailers falsely marketed dozens of sheets and other home textile products as made of environmentally friendly bamboo.

Walmart offers supply-chain workers a chance to drive trucks

Walmart workers who once unloaded trucks now have a chance to drive them.

Walmart steers through inflation, boosting profit and sales

Walmart muscled through rising inflation, surging costs related to COVID-19 sick leave and snarled global supply chains to put up strong fiscal fourth quarter results.

Justice Dept. to take on exploitation of supply chain issues

The Justice Department is launching a new initiative aimed at identifying companies that exploit supply chain disruptions in the U.S. to make increased profits in violation of federal antitrust laws.

Publix says fully vaccinated workers don’t have to wear masks

Publix employees who are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 no longer have to wear a mast on the job.

Companies revert to more normal operations as COVID wanes

For the first time in two years for many people, the American workplace is transforming into something that resembles pre-pandemic days.

Report: Corporate climate pledges are weaker than they seem

Many of the world’s largest companies are failing to take significant enough steps to meet their pledges to vastly reduce the impact of their greenhouse gas emissions in the decades ahead.

City continues 2-day event to help Jacksonville’s homeless veterans

Helping around 200 to 250 veterans, the city kicked off a two-day event Friday at the Jacksonville Fairgrounds aimed at helping homeless veterans get back on their feet.

Walmart invests in indoor vertical farming startup Plenty

Walmart says it has taken a stake in agriculture startup Plenty, becoming the first large U.S. retailer to significantly invest in indoor vertical farming as a way to deliver fresher produce to its stores.

US Supreme Court declines to take up Donald Smith’s appeal in murder of Cherish Perrywinkle

The U.S. Supreme Court has declined to take up an appeal in a high-profile case involving an 8-year-old Jacksonville girl who was abducted from a Walmart and raped and murdered.

JSO investigating after shots fired in Walmart parking lot

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is investigating Wednesday evening after reports of shots being fired in the parking lot of a Walmart located on Philips Highway.

‘Severely decomposed body’ found near Jacksonville Walmart, police said

Police are investigating a person’s death after a body was found near a Jacksonville Walmart.

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.

Public nuisance laws in opioid cases give hope to both sides

Pharmacies have lost in a groundbreaking trial in Ohio over the toll of opioids, but there's no assurance the results will hold up on appeal.

Black Friday: Shopping Online Vs. In-Store

Jessica Morgan from Jacksonville Mom joined us on our Countdown to Black Friday River City Live Special to give you some tips on when to online vs. in-store. Here are some pointers to help you tackle Black Friday this year.

Target tames global supply backups; sales surge 13.2% in Q3

Target delivered another quarter of strong results, overcoming a slew of challenges from inflationary pressures to congested ports.

Opioid trial against CVS, Walgreens, Walmart winding down

Cities and counties in the U.S. that want to hold pharmacies accountable for the opioid crisis are closely watching a federal trial that’s coming to a close.

Americans ramped up retail spending a strong 1.7% last month

Americans sharply boosted their spending last month, pushing up retail sales and giving the economy a lift.

Employers eye shifting health care needs during pandemic

Health care costs rise every year, but the nation’s biggest employers still see insurance coverage as an important benefit to provide.

List: Stores that will be closed (and open) on Thanksgiving Day

Many popular stores, such as Walmart and Target, announced their stores will be closed on Thanksgiving Day.

RECALL ALERT: Walmart pulls essential oil spray; two deaths investigated

Walmart recalls essential oil spray that could have a rare and dangerous bacteria.

Aromatherapy spray linked to US deaths faces recall

U.S. health officials may have solved the mystery of how four people in different states came down with a serious tropical disease, even though none had traveled internationally.

Sweeping new vaccine mandates for 100 million Americans

President Joe Biden has announced sweeping new federal vaccine requirements affecting as many as 100 million Americans in an all-out effort to curb the surging COVID-19 delta variant.

Walmart to temporarily close Orange Park store for deep cleaning

Walmart will close its store on 1505 County Road 220 at 2 p.m. Tuesday to allow a third-party crew time to thoroughly clean and sanitize the building. The location will reopen at 6 a.m. Thursday.

US consumer confidence falls in August to 6-month low

U.S. consumer confidence fell in August to the lowest level since February amid rising concerns about the rapidly spreading delta variant of the coronavirus and worries about higher inflation.

You won’t want to miss these back-to-school deals for students and teachers

We somehow made it to August, which means it’s back-to-school time for students and teachers everywhere.

Walmart ups outlook as back-to-school sales take off

Walmart is raising its outlook for the year as Americans returned to shopping for back-to-school clothes and travel goods during the fiscal second quarter.

Garden to open for El Paso Walmart shooting 2nd anniversary

Officials in the border city of El Paso are unveiling a garden meant to bring healing two years after a gunman targeting Latinos opened fire at a Walmart, killing 23 people in an attack that stunned the U.S. and Mexico.

Branan Field Road Walmart closed until Monday morning for sanitizing, stocking

Walmart said it temporarily closed its Branan Field Road store for additional sanitizing and stocking.

Walmart, Publix among companies changing their mask policies

As COVID-19 cases increase, several companies and other institutions are changing their mask policies.

Consumer confidence up slightly in July

U.S. consumer confidence was relatively unchanged from June to July, but remains at its highest level since February 2020, just before the coronavirus pandemic hit the U.S. The Conference Board reported Tuesday that its consumer confidence index inched up in July to 129.1, up from last month’s reading of 128.9.

Walmart closes Normandy Boulevard for 36 hours to sanitize store

Walmart temporarily closed its location on Normandy Boulevard to allow extra time for the store to be cleaned as COVID-19 cases continue to rise in Florida and other areas of the country.

6 months after Capitol assault, corporate pledges fall flat

Following the deadly riots at the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, many big corporations pledged not to donate to members of Congress who objected to the results of the presidential election.

Walmart launches low-priced private label analog insulin

Walmart is launching its own brand of insulin for diabetes patients.

Consumer confidence up in June, highest level since pandemic

U.S. consumer confidence rose for a fifth month in June to the highest level since the pandemic began last year as households responded to increased vaccinations and the further re-opening of businesses.

Mexican elderly lose work as grocery baggers, protest

The coronavirus pandemic and changing consumer habits threaten to put an end to a decades-old practice of allowing elderly people in Mexico to earn extra income as grocery store baggers.

Walmart to close its US stores on Thanksgiving _ again

Walmart says it will close its U.S. stores on Thanksgiving for the second consecutive year.

Amazon to hold Prime Day over 2 days in June

Amazon said Wednesday that it will hold its annual Prime Day over two days in June this year, the earliest it has ever held the sales event.

Target's profit surges as Americans cast restrictions aside

Target’s sales and profits surged in the first quarter as its customers, emerging from the pandemic, returned in big numbers to its stores for dresses, cosmetics and luggage.

Retailer results so far show people are going out, spending

At Walmart, sales of teeth whitener are popping as customers take their masks off.

The Latest: Florida's amusement parks loosen mask wearing

Florida’s major theme parks are adjusting face mask policies after the CDC loosened its recommendations as more people get vaccinated for the coronavirus.

Target, CVS join chains making masks optional for fully vaccinated shoppers

Target, CVS, Winn-Dixie, Publix, Trader Joe’s, Costco, Sam’s Club, Walmart and Starbucks have all announced they’re dropping their requirements that fully vaccinated customers wear face coverings in their stories, following Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidance issued Thursday.

Walmart to allow vaccinated shoppers, workers to go maskless

Walmart, the world’s largest retailer, says that it won’t require vaccinated shoppers or workers to wear a mask in its U.S. stores unless state or local laws say otherwise.

Jacksonville-area businesses figuring out what’s next after new CDC guidance on masks

One day after the CDC’s major update that fully vaccinated people do not need to wear masks indoors, local businesses are figuring out what to do next.

States, business sort out what new CDC mask guidance means

A number of states have embraced new federal guidelines that say fully vaccinated people no longer need to wear masks indoors or out in most situations.

'Lighting a fuse': Amazon vote may spark more union pushes

A banner encouraging workers to vote in labor balloting is shown at an Amazon warehouse in Bessemer, Ala., on Tuesday, March 30, 2021. The two sides are fully aware that it's not just the Bessemer warehouse on the line. The only other time Amazon came up against a union vote was in 2014, when the majority of the 30 workers at a Delaware warehouse turned it down. AdThe auto workers union has had some of the largest union pushes of the last decade, but their most intense and publicized efforts ended in failure. The RWDSU estimates that more than 80% of the warehouse workers in Bessemer are Black.

Walmart pharmacies in Jacksonville area have vaccine waitlists

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Many Walmart pharmacies in Jacksonville have a waitlist for anybody to call and put their name down to be called in case there are any leftover vaccines, News4Jax has learned. On Monday, News4Jax called more than 20 different Walmart locations, from Southeast Georgia to Clay County to find out what is going on. Of the more than 20 Walmart stores News4Jax called, most said there were a lot of people on the lists, but that doesn’t mean people don’t cancel. And while Walmart emphasized the doses will go to those eligible first, the goal is to make sure no vaccine ends up in the trash. AdHere are the groups that are currently eligible for the vaccine at Florida Walmart stores and don’t have to go on a waitlist:

No age restriction for teachers to get vaccinated at federal site in Jacksonville

“Because of the federal directive, this site at Gateway will take teachers, school workers, early childhood, pre-K, of all ages at this site,” said Kevin Guthrie, deputy director/SERT Chief. “So, again, pre-K through K-12, Head Start programs, child care centers, day care centers, and so on -- that site, the federal site, will do that. It is a federal site, and they are complying with the federal directive.”AdCVS, Walmart and Publix are also vaccinating teachers of any age at pharmacies around the state, citing the federal guidelines. AdHundreds of people got shots at the new site in the parking lot of the Jacksonville mall on Norwood Avenue just off Interstate 95. AdThe Gateway Mall site is expected to be active for at least 60 days, although the satellite sites are expected to relocate every seven to 10 days.

Lem Turner Road Walmart’s switch from Moderna to Pfizer vaccine causes confusion for some seniors

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – The Walmart store on Lem Turner Road on Jacksonville’s Northside will be administering the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine, according to a statement the company sent Thursday to News4Jax. The statement said that as the store at 12100 Lem Turner Road transitions from the Moderna to the Pfizer vaccine, Walmart is directing patients to two nearby locations to receive their second dose of the Moderna vaccine. “The closest one to us was in Leon County, which is Tallahassee.”She later learned Edwards Waters College was offering the Moderna vaccine. AdWalmart’s corporate office later issued the statement to News4Jax that reads:“The Lem Turner store will be administering the Pfizer vaccine to serve even more people within our communities. “As the Lem Turner store transitions from the Moderna to the Pfizer vaccine, we’re directing patients to two nearby locations to receive their second Moderna doses.

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