Starbucks’ latest closure over safety concerns leaves Indiana community shocked
Starbucks is closing a location in Indianapolis, Indiana, at the end of Oct., citing concerns of safety. It is the latest closure in recent months as crime spirals in some cities.
Starbucks, Delta Air Lines team up to boost loyalty programs
Coffee chain Starbucks and air carrier Delta Air Lines have linked up to help rewards members earn more air miles and get more discounts at stores during the tumultuous economic environment.
Starbucks ex-manager testifies he was told to crack down on pro-union employees: report
A former Starbucks manager told the NLRB under oath that he was told by corporate higher-ups to punish pro-union employees, according to a new report.
U.S. senators ask Starbucks for information about union dealings
Progressive U.S. Senators are the latest to add to the labor movement's pressure campaign to get Seattle-based Starbucks to fold to unionization efforts for employees.
Starbucks says it wants union bargaining to begin
The Seattle coffee giant said it sent letters to stores in 36 states and the District of Columbia offering a three-week window to start negotiations.
Starbucks makes good on promise to close more stores as crime rages in New Orleans
A Starbucks location in New Orleans will join 16 other stores that were closed in recent weeks due to crime and safety concerns. The location has been in operation for 9 years.
Buffalo, NY, Starbucks union organizer resigns, claims she was forced out for her union leadership
Jaz Brisack, the Starbucks barista who helped lead the unionization effort of a Starbucks in Buffalo, NY, last year, is now saying she is being forced out due to her union leadership.
Starbucks projects double-digit revenue growth as it 'reinvents' itself
Starbucks revealed details about its Reinvention plan which includes modernizing stores and investing in new equipment to reduce the time it takes to brew coffee.
Starbucks' Howard Schultz says he won't return as CEO
Starbucks interim CEO Howard Schultz announced during an interview Wednesday that he will not be returning as top boss after the incoming chief executive assumes his role.
NYC officials sue Starbucks for allegedly firing union-organizing barista without 'just cause'
The Department of Consumer and Worker Protection is suing Starbucks for allegedly firing a Queens barista without 'just cause' after employees at the store voted to unionize.
New Starbucks CEO will replace Howard Schultz
Starbucks announced in a release Thursday that Laxman Narasimhan will become the coffeehouse company's next CEO and replace interim CEO Howard Schultz.
Starbucks executives, directors are sued over diversity policies
National Center for Public Policy Research objected to Starbucks' setting race-baced hiring goals. The plaintiff, said those policies violate civil rights laws.
Starbucks accused of withholding raises from union workers: report
Starbucks has been accused of allegedly withholding wages and benefits from unionized workers by the National Labor Relations Board.
Starbucks accused by union of retaliation over closure of two locations
Starbucks Workers United accused the coffeehouse chain of retaliation against worker organization efforts.
Starbucks to eliminate chief operating officer role
The move, which is part of a broader restructuring at the coffee giant, comes as the search for a new chief executive is underway.
Federal judge orders Starbucks to give fired union activists their jobs back
Starbucks must rehire seven baristas who were fired earlier this year after speaking with the media about their unionization push, a judge ruled on Thursday.
Starbucks rebranded in Russia as ‘Stars Coffee’
People in Moscow who were disappointed when Starbucks closed its cafes after Russia invaded Ukraine can return to their favorite coffee shop under a new name — Stars Coffee.
Starbucks asks labor board to suspend all mail ballot elections after misconduct allegations raised
Starbucks issued a letter to the National Labor Relations Board to suspend mail ballot elections after claiming it was tipped off that there has been misconduct in prior elections.
Starbucks CEO blames Dem-run cities for rise in violent crimes forcing them to close stores
Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz told his employees that Democratic leaders in cities where crime is forcing the coffee chain to close locations have "abdicated" responsibility.
Starbucks to close 16 stores, 6 in Los Angeles over 'safety issues'
Starbucks announced on Tuesday that they are closing sixteen stores in cities across the nation due to safety issues. Six of the stores are in crime-ridden Los Angeles county.