Dollar Tree to sell Family Dollar to private equity firms for $1 billion
Dollar Tree is selling Family Dollar to two private equity firms after the discount chain failed to gain traction with shoppers.
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Dollar Tree is selling Family Dollar to two private equity firms after the discount chain failed to gain traction with shoppers.
Some major retailers are struggling to attract customers, leading to more than 7,100 store closures in 2024 — a 69% jump from a year ago.
Dollar Tree acquired Family Dollar nearly a decade ago but has struggled to keep the chain of stores profitable.
Due to bankruptcies and other problems, retailers plan to close almost 3,200 stores this year, up 24% from a year ago.
After traces of lead in applesauce poisons nearly 470 people, mostly young kids, FDA finds the metal in more food items.
The popular pass, once priced at $399 for 40 rides, now costs $899 -- a 125% increase that has some riders questioning whether the savings are worth it.
An arrest affidavit details how video and witnesses helped authorities map the accused FSU shooter's deadly campus rampage.
The bottom 60% of U.S. households don't make enough money to afford a "minimal quality of life," according to a new analysis.
Hialeah officers responded to reports of a shooting in the 700 block of East 9th Street around 2 p.m., where they found one person dead at the scene.
Pete Rose and "Shoeless" Joe Jackson are now both eligible for baseball's Hall of Fame after their careers were tarnished by sports gambling scandals.
The popular pass, once priced at $399 for 40 rides, now costs $899 -- a 125% increase that has some riders questioning whether the savings are worth it.
An arrest affidavit details how video and witnesses helped authorities map the accused FSU shooter's deadly campus rampage.
The bottom 60% of U.S. households don't make enough money to afford a "minimal quality of life," according to a new analysis.
The weather team shares expert advice on how to prepare for a potential storm.
Hialeah officers responded to reports of a shooting in the 700 block of East 9th Street around 2 p.m., where they found one person dead at the scene.
A former prison guard trainee has been sentenced to death for the 2019 execution-style killings of five women inside a Florida bank.
Florida coach Billy Napier is getting a fourth season to try to get the Gators back to their winning ways.
A Florida man has filed a federal lawsuit against Jacksonville sheriff's officers who severely beat him last year after he ran from a traffic stop.
The Marion County Sheriff's deputy told authorities that he accidentally shot and killed his girlfriend while cleaning his gun.
The American Automobile Association said this is a dangerous time of year for young drivers.
The White House says the U.S. and China have agreed to suspend for 90 days most of the tariffs imposed against each other over the last couple months.
"We are going to pay the lowest price there is in the world," President Trump said Monday.
On Monday, President Trump said Qatar is "giving us a gift" and "I could be a stupid person and say, oh no, we don't want a free plane."
Pope Leo, the first U.S.-born pope, will be inaugurated at a mass in St. Peter's Square next week.
Habeas corpus entails the constitutional right to appear before a court to challenge detention.
CBS News Miami's Jim DeFede talks with State Senator Jennifer Bradley about the condo reform bill, the passage of the Tristin Murphy Act and more.
CBS News Miami's Jim DeFede takes a moment to share his personal and professional connections to the new American Pope Leo XIV and the late Rabbi Sholom Dovber Lipskar.
CBS News Miami's Jim DeFede talks with State Senator Jason Pizzo, a former Democrat who may run for governor as an independent.
"Yes, I am," he said when asked the question.
CBS News Miami's Jim DeFede talks with State Rep. Vicki Lopez, who led the charge in the state House for condo reform.
People infected with salmonella can often experience fever, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain.
Laid-off employees ranged from those working in firefighter health programs, to those approving new respirators.
The SharkNinja pressure cookers, sold at retailers including Walmart and Amazon, have sparked 26 lawsuits after reports of burn injuries.
Deaths from diabetes increased during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Some FDA scientists and inspections staff were told that their layoffs may be rescinded.
These gifts from Stanley, Apple, AllTrails and more won't bust your budget.
From top-rated smart mugs to cold brew starter kits, we've rounded up the coffee lover presents to gift this Christmas.
Just in time for the holiday season, Nintendo has released Nintendo Switch bundles and special editions.
For that authentic grilling experience, you can't beat a charcoal grill. We've rounded up the best grill options.
Discover the best tech gifts during the 2024 holiday season that your friends and loved ones will absolutely adore.
Less than two days after Delta Air Lines offered $30,000 to each passenger on board the flight that crashed and flipped in Toronto on Monday afternoon, the company is facing its first two lawsuits in the incident — and they likely won't be the last.
Activists are calling for a nationwide boycott of Target stores following the company's decision to roll back its diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
Discount store chain Target says it's joining rival Walmart and a number of other prominent American brands in scaling back corporate diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
Miami-Dade is considering four possible sites, including two that are 2 miles or less from the city of Miramar.
A viral TikTok recipe that includes melting Jolly Ranchers landed a 9-year-old in the hospital with severe burns.
Amber Heard revealed Sunday that she is now a mother of three after welcoming twins, daughter Agnes and son Ocean.
Lainey Wilson took home the top prize at the 2025 Academy of Country Music Awards for a second year in a row. Here is a list of all the winners.
Actor Michael Pitt was arrested Friday at his home in Brooklyn on nine state counts. His lawyers deny the allegations.
Disney posted solid profits and revenue in the second quarter as its domestic theme parks thrived.
Music mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs is facing trial on sex-trafficking charges. Here's what to know.