Starbucks updates policy on Black Lives Matter apparel following backlash
Starbucks had reportedly sent a memo to employees that outlined the store’s policy against wearing Black Lives Matter-related apparel in the workplace.
‘It is never OK to commit a crime in our honor’: Black protesters confront women vandalizing Starbucks
Black women at a Los Angeles protest confronted two other women spray painting “BLM” on a Starbucks.
Starbucks to reopen 90% of US stores by June in ‘carefully planned stages,’ according to report
U.S. stores will be open for to-go and delivery service, with cafe seating remaining closed to customers.
Starbucks serves 1 million free coffees to front-line workers, extends offer through May 31
Starbucks announced Thursday that the company would be extending its current free coffee offer to front-line workers and first responders through the end of May.
Starbucks preparing to reopen stores
Starbucks is exploring plans to reopen its stores in the U.S. after weeks of limited service due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Starbucks offers free coffee to healthcare workers and first responders during coronavirus pandemic
Starbucks is giving away free coffee to healthcare workers and first responders during the coronavirus pandemic.
Starbucks will pay workers for 30 days whether they work or not amid coronavirus closures
Starbucks has announced it will pay its employees for the next month.
Starbucks steps up cleaning to combat coronavirus spreading
As the coronavirus gains ground in the United States, Starbucks is stepping up its efforts to combat its spread.
Starbucks, home of the $4 latte, is moving into poor areas
Starbucks has a point to prove: There's more to the company than selling $4 lattes to rich people.
Girl, 3, celebrates birthday with Target, Starbucks-themed bash
Campbell recently celebrated turning 3 with two of her favorite things: Target and Starbucks Frappuccinos.
Starbucks adds new dairy-free drinks to permanent menu, tests oat milk
Starbucks has officially added two new dairy-free coffee drinks to its permanent menu and announced the testing of oat milk in select markets, starting Tuesday.
Starbucks settles NYC sick time violation claim
Mayor Bill de Blasio and state Attorney General Letitia James announced a settlement with Starbucks over a claim that the company violated New York City's sick leave law.
Starbucks apologizes after two Riverside County deputies were reportedly denied service
Starbucks is sending an apology to two Riverside County Sheriff deputies after they were reportedly denied service at a local store.
Starbucks barista writes ‘Pig’ on police officer’s cup
An Oklahoma police officer got a Starbucks cup with the word "Pig" on a label and the company later apologized for the incident.
Starbucks needle-disposal boxes
You may soon see needle-disposal boxes in your favorite Starbucks. The company announced this as a safety measure for its employees. The needle disposal boxes will be located in some Starbucks bathrooms in select markets. That decision will be made on a store-by-store basis.
Starbucks anti-bias training
One right after the other, would-be patrons of a Starbucks in Astor Place in Manhattan came face-to-face with a locked door. Some were disappointed that they couldn't get their afternoon caffeine fix. The coffee giant decided to shut down all 8,000 stores nationwide on Tuesday afternoon for mandatory anti-bias training. It was an attempt to restore its reputation after the arrest of two black men in a Philadelphia store in April.
Megpies: From Brooklyn stoop to national chains
A Brooklyn couple is turning their passion for baked goods into a big business, literally taking their tarts from the stoop to Starbucks. They're called Megpies, and if ever there was a brand that proves all you need is a delicious idea and some hard work, this is it.