Amazon to shut down US restaurant delivery service
NEW YORK — Amazon said Tuesday that it is closing its U.S. restaurant delivery service, a 4-year-old business that failed to take off amid fierce competition from Uber Eats, DoorDash and others.The service, called Amazon Restaurants, offered delivery in more than 20 cities in the U.S. It expanded into the United Kingdom, but Amazon shut down the service in that country late last year.
NEW YORK — Amazon said Tuesday that it is closing its U.S. restaurant delivery service, a 4-year-old business that failed to take off amid fierce competition from Uber Eats, DoorDash and others.The service, called Amazon Restaurants, offered delivery in more than 20 cities in the U.S. It expanded into the United Kingdom, but Amazon shut down the service in that country late last year.
FedEx will stop air shipments of packages for Amazon
NEW YORK -- FedEx is dropping a contract for air shipment of packages for Amazon within the United States, reducing its ties with the online retail giant that is already expanding its own delivery business.FedEx said Friday that it will not renew the contract for domestic FedEx Express handling of Amazon shipments when the deal expires June 30.It's "a strategic decision" that will let FedEx focus on thousands of other retailers including Target, Walgreens and Walmart, company spokeswoman Katie Wassmer.In a statement, Amazon said only that it respected FedEx's decision and thanked the delivery company for serving Amazon customers over the years.Amazon.com Inc.
NEW YORK -- FedEx is dropping a contract for air shipment of packages for Amazon within the United States, reducing its ties with the online retail giant that is already expanding its own delivery business.FedEx said Friday that it will not renew the contract for domestic FedEx Express handling of Amazon shipments when the deal expires June 30.It's "a strategic decision" that will let FedEx focus on thousands of other retailers including Target, Walgreens and Walmart, company spokeswoman Katie Wassmer.In a statement, Amazon said only that it respected FedEx's decision and thanked the delivery company for serving Amazon customers over the years.Amazon.com Inc.
Amazon Prime to be 1-day shipping instead of 2
NEW YORK -- Amazon says its free shipping for Prime members will be even faster, promising one-day shipping on most items instead of two-day delivery.The company didn't say when the change would happen, but says it has been growing its warehouses and shipping network to offer faster deliveries.Amazon has long offered delivery in a day or quicker for some items, but the change will mean free one-day shipping will be the default, rather than two-day.The move is likely to put even more pressure on big retailers, which have been racing to ship faster to catch up with Amazon.Amazon says it will offer one-day shipping to its Prime members around the world.
NEW YORK -- Amazon says its free shipping for Prime members will be even faster, promising one-day shipping on most items instead of two-day delivery.The company didn't say when the change would happen, but says it has been growing its warehouses and shipping network to offer faster deliveries.Amazon has long offered delivery in a day or quicker for some items, but the change will mean free one-day shipping will be the default, rather than two-day.The move is likely to put even more pressure on big retailers, which have been racing to ship faster to catch up with Amazon.Amazon says it will offer one-day shipping to its Prime members around the world.
Food stamps recipients can now order groceries online for delivery; Amazon, Walmart and ShopRite will offer the service
NEW YORK — Walmart, Amazon and grocery chains like ShopRite hope to tap into a lucrative new market: Food stamp recipients who want to shop for groceries online.For the first time, the US Department of Agriculture has given the green light for recipients of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, to use their benefits to buy groceries online and get them delivered to their homes, the agency said Thursday.The retailers are kicking off a two-year pilot in New York that will enable some of the state's 2.7 million SNAP recipients to use their benefits for online grocery orders.ShopRite and Amazon will service the New York City area, while Walmart will cover upstate locations.
NEW YORK — Walmart, Amazon and grocery chains like ShopRite hope to tap into a lucrative new market: Food stamp recipients who want to shop for groceries online.For the first time, the US Department of Agriculture has given the green light for recipients of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, to use their benefits to buy groceries online and get them delivered to their homes, the agency said Thursday.The retailers are kicking off a two-year pilot in New York that will enable some of the state's 2.7 million SNAP recipients to use their benefits for online grocery orders.ShopRite and Amazon will service the New York City area, while Walmart will cover upstate locations.
WEDC approves $7.5M in tax credits for Amazon fulfillment center in Oak Creek
OAK CREEK -- The Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation approved tax incentives for the new Amazon facility being built in Oak Creek.Amazon officials said they expect to create 1,500 jobs at the 640,000 square foot fulfillment center going up in the Ryan Business Park just off I-94.The WEDC is awarding the company $7.5 million in tax credits for job creation and capital investment.The actual amount will depend on how many jobs are created and the amount of investment before 2024.
OAK CREEK -- The Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation approved tax incentives for the new Amazon facility being built in Oak Creek.Amazon officials said they expect to create 1,500 jobs at the 640,000 square foot fulfillment center going up in the Ryan Business Park just off I-94.The WEDC is awarding the company $7.5 million in tax credits for job creation and capital investment.The actual amount will depend on how many jobs are created and the amount of investment before 2024.
Stunning reversal: Amazon will not build new headquarters in New York
NEW YORK — Amazon will not be building a new headquarters in New York, a stunning reversal after a yearlong search.The online retailer faced opposition from some New York politicians, who were unhappy with the nearly $3 billion in tax incentives Amazon was promised.
NEW YORK — Amazon will not be building a new headquarters in New York, a stunning reversal after a yearlong search.The online retailer faced opposition from some New York politicians, who were unhappy with the nearly $3 billion in tax incentives Amazon was promised.
Police: Mother of dead baby left at Amazon facility denied knowing she was pregnant
PHOENIX — Police say a worker accused of putting her newborn in a bathroom trash can at an Amazon distribution center in Phoenix, where the child was found dead, told investigators she didn't know she was pregnant.Samantha Vivier of Tonopah (TOE'-no-pah), Arizona, was arrested Tuesday on suspicion of unlawful disposal of human remains.
PHOENIX — Police say a worker accused of putting her newborn in a bathroom trash can at an Amazon distribution center in Phoenix, where the child was found dead, told investigators she didn't know she was pregnant.Samantha Vivier of Tonopah (TOE'-no-pah), Arizona, was arrested Tuesday on suspicion of unlawful disposal of human remains.
Mom arrested after dead baby found in Amazon site's restroom
PHOENIX — Police say a woman has been arrested on suspicion of unlawful disposal of human remains after her newborn baby was found dead inside an Amazon distribution center in southwest Phoenix last week.They say 22-year-old Samantha Vivier was booked into jail Tuesday.It wasn't immediately clear if Vivier had a lawyer who could speak on her behalf.Police say the body of a baby girl was discovered the night of Jan. 16 inside the women's restroom in the secured Amazon facility.They say the baby was full-term or near full-term and the Maricopa County medical examiner will determine the cause of death.
PHOENIX — Police say a woman has been arrested on suspicion of unlawful disposal of human remains after her newborn baby was found dead inside an Amazon distribution center in southwest Phoenix last week.They say 22-year-old Samantha Vivier was booked into jail Tuesday.It wasn't immediately clear if Vivier had a lawyer who could speak on her behalf.Police say the body of a baby girl was discovered the night of Jan. 16 inside the women's restroom in the secured Amazon facility.They say the baby was full-term or near full-term and the Maricopa County medical examiner will determine the cause of death.
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos announces divorce after 25 years of marriage
LAS VEGAS — Amazon founder and CEO Jeff Bezos said he and his wife MacKenzie have decided to divorce after 25 years of marriage.Bezos, one of the world's richest men, made the announcement on Twitter Wednesday.
LAS VEGAS — Amazon founder and CEO Jeff Bezos said he and his wife MacKenzie have decided to divorce after 25 years of marriage.Bezos, one of the world's richest men, made the announcement on Twitter Wednesday.
Video: Mom catches 6-year-old using Alexa to help with his math homework
NEW JERSEY -- This kid is going places.Video of a young boy in New Jersey has gone viral after his mother caught him using Amazon's Alexa to help him with his homework.In the video, the boy can be heard saying, "Alexa, what's five minus three?"
NEW JERSEY -- This kid is going places.Video of a young boy in New Jersey has gone viral after his mother caught him using Amazon's Alexa to help him with his homework.In the video, the boy can be heard saying, "Alexa, what's five minus three?"
Lighter load: Laundry detergents shrink for Amazon
NEW YORK — Amazon's rise is forcing laundry detergents to shrink.Soap makers Tide and Seventh Generation have introduced redesigned laundry detergents that are several pounds lighter by cutting down on plastic in their packaging and using less water in their formulas.
NEW YORK — Amazon's rise is forcing laundry detergents to shrink.Soap makers Tide and Seventh Generation have introduced redesigned laundry detergents that are several pounds lighter by cutting down on plastic in their packaging and using less water in their formulas.
Amazon's fleet of jets is growing
NEW YORK — Amazon is expanding its airplane fleet, diminishing further its reliance on major delivery services like UPS, FedEx and the U.S. Postal Service.The company said Friday it will lease 10 Boeing 767s planes, bringing its total fleet to 50 with the goal of getting orders to people faster and more reliably.Amazon's fleet of planes is far smaller than those at UPS and FedEx, which number in the hundreds, but it's pushed in recent years to close that gap and gain more control over deliveries.Amazon launched a program over the summer that allows contractors around the country to deliver Amazon packages in vans stamped with the Amazon smile logo.
NEW YORK — Amazon is expanding its airplane fleet, diminishing further its reliance on major delivery services like UPS, FedEx and the U.S. Postal Service.The company said Friday it will lease 10 Boeing 767s planes, bringing its total fleet to 50 with the goal of getting orders to people faster and more reliably.Amazon's fleet of planes is far smaller than those at UPS and FedEx, which number in the hundreds, but it's pushed in recent years to close that gap and gain more control over deliveries.Amazon launched a program over the summer that allows contractors around the country to deliver Amazon packages in vans stamped with the Amazon smile logo.
Convenience worth the cost? Contact 6 tests Amazon's new Christmas tree delivery service
MILWAUKEE -- These days, it seems almost anything can be boxed up and shipped right to your doorstep.
MILWAUKEE -- These days, it seems almost anything can be boxed up and shipped right to your doorstep.
Oak Creek Common Council approves plan to bring Amazon Fulfillment Center to city
OAK CREEK -- City leaders called it a “prime” day, as the Oak Creek Common Council on Tuesday night, Nov. 20 approved a plan to bring the second Amazon Fulfillment Center in the state to the city.It was a near unanimous vote, with only one council member voting "no." The mayor called it a huge day for Oak Creek.The four-story fulfillment center would be located near 13th and Ryan Road in Oak Creek.
OAK CREEK -- City leaders called it a “prime” day, as the Oak Creek Common Council on Tuesday night, Nov. 20 approved a plan to bring the second Amazon Fulfillment Center in the state to the city.It was a near unanimous vote, with only one council member voting "no." The mayor called it a huge day for Oak Creek.The four-story fulfillment center would be located near 13th and Ryan Road in Oak Creek.
Amazon to deliver fresh, full-sized Christmas trees
MILWAUKEE -- You can now get an Amazon Christmas tree delivered right to your door.Real, full-sized Christmas trees are now available on Amazon.Amazon says the trees come from farms in North Carolina and Michigan -- and range in price and sizes.Amazon Prime customers can expect their trees delivered for free in three to seven days.
MILWAUKEE -- You can now get an Amazon Christmas tree delivered right to your door.Real, full-sized Christmas trees are now available on Amazon.Amazon says the trees come from farms in North Carolina and Michigan -- and range in price and sizes.Amazon Prime customers can expect their trees delivered for free in three to seven days.
Amazon goes bicoastal; will open HQs in New York, DC suburb
NEW YORK CITY -- Amazon has set its sights on two of the nation's largest and most powerful metro areas, announcing Tuesday it had chosen a buzzy New York neighborhood and a suburb of Washington for its new East Coast headquarters.The online shopping giant ended its 14-month-long competition for second headquarters by selecting Long Island City, Queens, and Arlington, Virginia , as the joint winners.
NEW YORK CITY -- Amazon has set its sights on two of the nation's largest and most powerful metro areas, announcing Tuesday it had chosen a buzzy New York neighborhood and a suburb of Washington for its new East Coast headquarters.The online shopping giant ended its 14-month-long competition for second headquarters by selecting Long Island City, Queens, and Arlington, Virginia , as the joint winners.
Amazon considering New York amid reports HQ will be split
NEW YORK — After a yearlong search for a second home, Amazon is now reportedly looking to build offices in two cities instead of one, a surprise move that could still have a major impact on the communities it ultimately selects.One of the areas the online retail giant is considering is New York's Long Island City, according to a source familiar with the talks.
NEW YORK — After a yearlong search for a second home, Amazon is now reportedly looking to build offices in two cities instead of one, a surprise move that could still have a major impact on the communities it ultimately selects.One of the areas the online retail giant is considering is New York's Long Island City, according to a source familiar with the talks.
Ebay sues Amazon, saying it tried to poach its sellers
NEW YORK — Ebay filed a lawsuit against Amazon Wednesday, saying the online retail giant used eBay's messaging system to steal its sellers.In the lawsuit, eBay said Amazon representatives signed up for eBay accounts and messaged sellers to get them to sell their goods on Amazon.com, which eBay said violated its user agreement.
NEW YORK — Ebay filed a lawsuit against Amazon Wednesday, saying the online retail giant used eBay's messaging system to steal its sellers.In the lawsuit, eBay said Amazon representatives signed up for eBay accounts and messaged sellers to get them to sell their goods on Amazon.com, which eBay said violated its user agreement.
$15/hour: Amazon looking for seasonal workers at Kenosha fulfillment centers
KENOSHA -- Amazon is looking to fill 2,000 full- and part-time seasonal roles at its fulfillment centers in Kenosha -- and a hiring event has been scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 13.The event will be held from 9 a.m. until 6 p.m. (with the last event starting at 4:30 p.m.) at the Amazon Recruiting Office at 3501 120th Avenue in Kenosha (near 120th Avenue and 38th Street).Job seekers can walk in, apply and receive a job offer on the spot.
KENOSHA -- Amazon is looking to fill 2,000 full- and part-time seasonal roles at its fulfillment centers in Kenosha -- and a hiring event has been scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 13.The event will be held from 9 a.m. until 6 p.m. (with the last event starting at 4:30 p.m.) at the Amazon Recruiting Office at 3501 120th Avenue in Kenosha (near 120th Avenue and 38th Street).Job seekers can walk in, apply and receive a job offer on the spot.