Author: Kelly Tyko, USA TODAY

Lowe’s is giving out small business COVID-19 relief grants ranging from $5,000 to $20,000 through nonprofit Local Initiatives Support Corporation.

The FDA has further expanded the list of hand sanitizers to avoid because they may contain the toxic substance methanol. More have been recalled.

McDonald’s announced a partnership with the Mayo Clinic for COVID-19 infection prevention best practices. The chain will start requiring masks Aug. 1.

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J.C. Penney is looking to go forward with a sale of the business to avoid a brush with liquidation. Store closing sales are underway at 150 locations.

Walmart workers nationwide can use the new “Ask Sam” app to receive real-time emergency alerts and to also help shoppers find products and prices.

While Trader Joe’s plans to change some of the names and packaging of its ethnic food brands, the grocer said it doesn’t believe the names are racist.

Amid the coronavirus, holiday shopping will look different. Kohl’s, Best Buy, Walmart and Target have announced stores will be closed Thanksgiving.

Starbucks popular Pumpkin Spice Latte is coming back this year. The coffee giant also is adding curbside pickup at up to 1,000 stores nationwide.