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2 months ago

Starbucks workers take union fight to Capitol Hill

Former CEO Howard Schultz was grilled before a Senate committee Monday over allegations the corporation led an "illegal union-busting campaign" against its workers — a claim Schultz denies.
2 months ago
Starbucks workers take union fight to Capitol Hill
2 months ago

Former Starbucks CEO in the hot seat on Capitol Hill

The former CEO of Starbucks defended allegations of union busting during a Senate hearing.
2 months ago
Former Starbucks CEO in the hot seat on Capitol Hill
2 months ago

Sen. Sanders accuses Starbucks of 'union busting,' former CEO denies claim

Former Starbucks CEO Howard Schulz addressed questions from the Senate HELP committee on allegations of anti-union policies and labor law violations at the company.
2 months ago
Sen. Sanders accuses Starbucks of 'union busting,' former CEO denies claim
2 months ago

Starbucks’ ex-CEO is grilled on union tactics, denies he broke the law

ABC News’ Jay O’Brien reports from Capitol Hill, where Starbucks’ former CEO Howard Schultz was grilled on the company’s tactics at locations attempting to unionize.
2 months ago
Starbucks’ ex-CEO is grilled on union tactics, denies he broke the law
2 months ago

Starbucks' former CEO denies breaking law after Sen. Sanders accuses company of 'union busting'

Howard Schultz faced sharp criticism over Starbucks' response to a union wave.
2 months ago
Starbucks' ex-CEO denies lawbreaking, Sen. Sanders accuses company of 'union busting'
2 months ago

Former Starbucks CEO testifies before Senate about union-busting allegations

A federal judge ruled Starbucks had violated federal law hundreds of times at 21 stores in the Buffalo, New York, area in an attempt to halt unionizing efforts.
2 months ago
Former Starbucks CEO testifies before Senate about union-busting allegations
2 months ago

Former Starbucks CEO to testify over claims of anti-union practices

Howard Schultz will appear on Wednesday before a Senate committee to face questioning from Sen. Bernie Sanders over the company's response to a unionization push.
2 months ago
Former Starbucks CEO to testify over claims of anti-union practices
2 months ago

Starbucks' former CEO set to face Bernie Sanders over employees’ unionization push

Howard Schultz will testify Wednesday before Bernie Sanders' Senate committee about Starbucks and its employees' unionization push
2 months ago
Starbucks' former CEO set to face Bernie Sanders over employees’ unionization push
3 months ago

Starbucks launches olive oil-infused coffee

The chain will serve the drinks in select U.S. stores and ABC News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jennifer Ashton breaks down the wildly popular fortified foods trend.
3 months ago
Starbucks launches olive oil-infused coffee
3 months ago

Starbucks launches Sicilian olive oil-infused Oleato coffee drinks at select US stores

Starbucks has created Oleato, a new lineup of coffee drinks infused with premium Sicilian olive oil.
3 months ago
What to know about new Starbucks Oleato olive oil coffee drinks
5 months ago

Starbucks adds Pistachio Cream Cold Brew, lattes and more to new winter menu

Starbucks announced its new winter menu and merchandise, including a pistachio cream cold brew.
5 months ago
Starbucks adds new Pistachio Cream Cold Brew to winter menu
6 months ago

Starbucks employees on strike

The three-day strike which began Friday is part of an effort to get more Starbucks stores to unionize.
6 months ago
Starbucks employees on strike
7 months ago

Hundreds of Starbucks workers strike on Red Cup Day, here's what organizers had to say

The so-called Red Cup Rebellion is the biggest coordinated national action by unionized Starbucks stores.
7 months ago
Starbucks workers strike on Red Cup Day, here's what organizers had to say
7 months ago

Starbucks reusable red and holiday cups return

Starbucks celebrates the 25th anniversary of its red holiday cups and the 20th year of peppermint mocha, and introduces a new pistachio swirl pastry.
7 months ago
Starbucks' holiday menu is here with reusable red cups, peppermint mochas and more
9 months ago

Starbucks espresso beverage recalled from some stores over potential metal found inside

Customers who purchased Starbucks espresso bottles from certain states are asked to return the beverage over contamination concerns.
9 months ago
Starbucks espresso beverage recalled over potential metal found inside
9 months ago

New York City sues Starbucks over firing of unionizing barista

New York City is suing Starbucks over allegations the coffee corporation unlawfully fired a Queens barista who had been involved in unionization efforts, a city agency announced Friday.
9 months ago
New York City sues Starbucks over firing of unionizing barista
9 months ago

New York City sues Starbucks over firing of unionizing barista

New York City is suing Starbucks over its firing of a unionizing barista.
9 months ago
City sues Starbucks over firing of unionizing worker
1 year ago

Starbucks explains decision-making process behind recent store closures announcement

Starbucks is closing 16 locations in five U.S. cities, citing safety concerns, and is working to improve its "Third Place" policy.
1 year ago
Why Starbucks says it's closing multiple locations, and what consumers need to know
1 year ago

Starbucks commits to eliminating waste, encourages reusable mugs

Starbucks announced more goals committed to reducing waste by 50% by 2030.
1 year ago
Starbucks pledges to eliminate waste, encourages reusable mugs
1 year ago

Starbucks announces plans to stop using disposable cups

The company said it's trying to phase out disposable cups by 2025 and that it hopes all customers will be able to use their own mug or borrow a reusable one from their local store.
1 year ago
Starbucks announces plans to stop using disposable cups
1 year ago

Starbucks fires several employees who sought to unionize

Starbucks accused the employees of violating policies with “terminable” offenses, but the union seeking to organize is accusing the company of retaliation.
1 year ago
Starbucks fires several employees who sought to unionize
1 year ago

Starbucks expects price increases, citing inflation, COVID pay and staffing costs

Starbucks CEO Kevin Johnson addressed impacts of inflation, COVID-19 related pay and staffing costs on an earnings call this week.
1 year ago
Starbucks expects price increases, citing inflation, COVID pay and staffing costs
2 years ago

Buffalo Starbucks workers vote to form chain’s 1st union in US

Rebecca Jarvis has the latest after workers at a Buffalo, New York, Starbucks voted on Thursday to form the coffee chain's first labor union in the U.S.
2 years ago
Buffalo Starbucks workers vote to form chain’s 1st union in US
2 years ago

Starbucks cafe in Buffalo votes to form coffee chain's 1st union in US

The vote count for three Starbucks outposts is taking place Thursday.
2 years ago
Starbucks cafe in Buffalo votes to form coffee chain's 1st union in US
2 years ago

Starbucks employees in New York face 1st unionization test

Three stores in the Buffalo, New York, area have voted on unionization and the NLRB is set to count votes Thursday.
2 years ago
Starbucks employees in New York face 1st unionization test
2 years ago

Starbucks workers seek to unionize in New York

The efforts come as the labor movement gains new steam after the pandemic shock.
2 years ago
Starbucks workers seek to unionize in New York
2 years ago

Starbucks announces pay rise for workers

The coffee giant said by next summer all of its employees will make at least $15 an hour, with a 5% raise for employees who have been there for at least two years.
2 years ago
Starbucks announces pay rise for workers
2 years ago

Teen born in Starbucks reunites with barista who helped deliver him

Jonathan Celner was born at the Starbucks in Wilmette, Illinois. Griffin Baron was working as the shift manager that day on Aug. 20, 2002.
2 years ago
Teen born in Starbucks reunites with barista who helped deliver him
2 years ago

Starbucks launches reusable cup program -- here's how it works

Starbucks, the Seattle-based coffee company, announced a new Borrow A Cup program to reduce single-use products.
2 years ago
Starbucks is launching a reusable cup program -- here's how it works
2 years ago

Starbucks invests $100M to support BIPOC small business

Starbucks announced it will invest $100 million to support small businesses, community development in BIPOC neighborhoods.
2 years ago
Starbucks invests $100M to support BIPOC small business
2 years ago

Pistachio lattes, honey almondmilk cold brew and other sweet new offerings at Starbucks

Starbucks introduces new beverages including a pistachio latte and honey almond milk cold brew as well as new foods to usher in 2021.
2 years ago
Starbucks introduces new beverages like pistachio lattes for 2021 winter menu
3 years ago

Starbucks offers free coffee for front-line responders during December

Starbucks will give free coffee to front-line responders and committed $100K to National Alliance on Mental Illness to support virtual mental health resources.
3 years ago
Starbucks recognizes front-line responders with free coffee all month long
3 years ago

Starbucks raising wages for baristas

Starbucks will increase wages for a majority of its staff starting next month, the company confirmed to ABC News Thursday.
3 years ago
Starbucks raising wages for baristas
3 years ago

Starbucks unveils new cups, festive menu to kick off the holiday season

Starbucks collectible, reusable cups, as well as new seasonal holiday cups and menu, are available Friday nationwide.
3 years ago
Starbucks unveils new cups, festive menu to kick off the holiday season
3 years ago

Starbucks to tie executive compensation to meeting its diversity goals

Starbucks said it would directly connect the building of inclusive and diverse teams to the pay of its executives.
3 years ago
Starbucks to tie executive compensation to its diversity goals
3 years ago

Take a sip of the new strawless lids at Starbucks

Starbucks has rolled out strawless, recyclable lids for all iced beverages in U.S. and Canada.
3 years ago
Starbucks' iced drinks will come with strawless lids in US and Canada
3 years ago

It's officially fall at Starbucks as pumpkin spice lattes make their earliest debut yet

Starbucks Fall menu lineup including the pumpkin spice latte is available for mobile order, takeout and delivery.
3 years ago
Pumpkin spice latte is back at Starbucks for fall
3 years ago

Starbucks' new kiwi starfruit drinks adds a taste of summer to year-round menu

Starbucks announced it will add the Kiwi Starfruit Starbucks Refresher and Star Drink to the permanent menu.
3 years ago
Starbucks releases 2 new bright green kiwi starfruit drinks
3 years ago

Starbucks accelerates new pick-up hybrid stores, plans more changes for fall

The Seattle-based coffee chain announced plans to shift to more app-based systems and takeaway locations.
3 years ago
New changes coming to Starbucks stores, apps and more, CEO says
3 years ago

Starbucks pulls its social media ads

The company says it will be discussing how to stop hate speech online with civil rights groups and its media partners.
3 years ago
Starbucks pulls its social media ads
3 years ago

Apparent reversal by Starbucks

Starbucks is speaking out after reports of an alleged policy that bans its employees from wearing accessories or clothing related to the Black Lives Matter movement.
3 years ago
Apparent reversal by Starbucks
3 years ago

Starbucks' plans for reopening: Here's what you need to know

Starbucks will reopen U.S. and Canada stores with adjusted operations to safely accommodate workers and customers amid the coronavirus pandemic.
3 years ago
What you need to know about Starbucks' plans to reopen
3 years ago

Starbucks CEO explains how it is safely reopening stores

Kevin Johnson talks about Starbucks reopening 85% of its U.S. stores and the social distancing and safety measures they have taken to help ensure public health.
3 years ago
Starbucks CEO explains how it is safely reopening stores
3 years ago

Starbucks announces new operation plans, changes to employee pay

Starbucks CEO Kevin Johnson announced a plan to reopen some stores amid the coronavirus pandemic.
3 years ago
Starbucks announces plan to reopen stores and outlines changes to catastrophe pay
3 years ago

Starbucks CEO Kevin Johnson shares how the company is handling the new normal

During the coronavirus pandemic, Starbucks is staying open where possible and stepping up for its employees.
3 years ago
Starbucks CEO Kevin Johnson shares how the company is handling the new normal
3 years ago

Starbucks to pay staff for the next 30 days, whether they work or not

CEO Kevin Johnson made the announcement, saying employees shouldn’t have to choose between work and their health.
3 years ago
Starbucks to pay staff for the next 30 days, whether they work or not
3 years ago

New spring menu at Starbucks includes iced pineapple coconut milk matcha

Starbucks unveiled its new Spring menu that includes to dairy-free drinks, pineapple, a new cold brew and more breakfast food.
3 years ago
New spring menu at Starbucks includes iced pineapple coconut milk matcha
4 years ago

Starbucks fires employee for writing 'Pig' on Oklahoma police officer's drink order

Starbucks issued an apology and fired the employee for writing "Pig" on a police officer's cup.
4 years ago
Starbucks fires employee for writing 'Pig' on Oklahoma police officer's drink order
4 years ago

This girl is spreading joy with inspiring messages on Starbucks coffee sleeves

Most people don’t notice the sleeves that encase their Starbucks coffee cups, but one 9-year-old from Texas saw the cardboard as an opportunity to spread joy.
4 years ago
This girl is spreading joy with inspiring messages on Starbucks coffee sleeves
4 years ago

Ex-manager sues Starbucks for firing after arrest of 2 black men at Philadelphia store

A former regional director for Starbucks is suing the company, claiming her termination was prompted by the arrest of two black men at a Philadelphia store.
4 years ago
Ex-manager sues Starbucks for firing after arrest of 2 black men