Costco Coverage

Costco is testing out a new system for entering stores

New York (CNN) -- Bad news if you're mooching off of someone else's Costco membership: The retail giant is cracking down.

By Nathaniel Meyersohn, CNN

Costco’s longtime CEO steps down

New York (CNN) — Longtime Costco chief executive Craig Jelinek will step down at the end of the year, the company said Wednesday.

By Nathaniel Meyersohn, CNN

Costco members now have access to $29 online health care visits

New York (CNN) — Costco is now offering members online health checkups for as low as $29.

By Parija Kavilanz, CNN

No longer available: Costco Membership deal

Update: This deal is no longer available. Costco is offering a 1-Year membership deal through Aug. 22.

The mysterious companies behind Costco's Kirkland Signature and Trader Joe's O's

Kirkland Signature. Two-Buck Chuck. Simple Truth. Cat & Jack. Great Value. Amazon Basics. Store brands have never been more popular.

By Nathaniel Meyersohn, CNN Business

Hot dog + soda still $1, but other Costco prices going up

Costco is raising some prices on items in its food court.

Solar patio umbrellas sold at Costco recalled after multiple fires

Solar-powered patio umbrellas sold exclusively at Costco have been recalled in the United States and Canada after some umbrellas caught fire, authorities said.

By Zoe Sottile, CNN

Report finds major retail, apparel brands use dangerous chemicals called PFAS

The report gave low marks to sevreal well-known companies such as Walmart, Costco, Tapestry, G-III Apparel Group, REI Co-op, Columbia Sportswear, Wolverine Worldwide and Academy Sports and Outdoors.

Mark Bergin, WRAL senior multiplatform producer

Dozens line up for Xbox, PlayStation 5 at new Costco

The area's newest Costco is opening Wednesday in the Garner area, and shoppers lined up outside as early as 1 a.m. to try to get their hands on a limited number of game consoles.

Dozens snag PlayStation 5, Xbox consoles at Costco Garner opening

The state's largest Costco is opening on Wednesday in the Garner area.

Nia Harden, WRAL reporter

Costco raised its minimum wage to $17 an hour

Costco this week raised its starting wage for hourly store workers in the United States for the second time this year as businesses hike pay to draw and retain workers amid a labor shortage.

By Nathaniel Meyersohn, CNN Business

Free samples are back at Costco

One-by-one, you'll be able to sample again at Costco, a return of a pre-pandemic favorite

Walmart, Trader Joe's and Costco say vaccinated customers don't have to wear masks in stores

Shoppers who are vaccinated against Covid-19 can shop without masks in some Walmart, Sam's Club and Costco locations as well as at Trader Joe's, the companies said in separate announcements Friday.

By Danielle Wiener-Bronner and Nathaniel Meyersohn, CNN Business

Trident Pacific Salmon Burgers sold at Costco recalled due to possible metal

Trident Pacific Salmon Burgers sold at Costco have been recalled because they may contain metal pieces.

Costco photo department closing in February

All in-store Costco photo departments are closing for good in February.

Shopping Black Friday? 5 On Your Side shares what to expect

Are you usually a Black Friday shopper who joins the early deal hunters on Thursday?

Monica Laliberte, WRAL 5 On Your Side reporter/executive producer

5 sneaky ways Costco makes you spend more

Costco may not be so great for budgeting after all. Here are 5 ways the retail giant gets you to spend more.

Costco Membership offer with $40 gift card

Costco is offering a membership deal right now and you'll get a $40 gift card when you sign up! It's like getting a membership for only $20 after the gift card offer!

Editorial: N.C. courts, retail businesses show leadership in confronting COVID-19

Friday, July 17, 2020 -- North Carolinians seeking responsible leadership and concern for public health need look no further than their county courthouse or local retail stores. In these uneasy times, it is difficult to be out-front, take responsibility and act. Chief Justice Cheri Beasley and our state's court system along with the leaders of retail businesses in the state are showing how. They offer examples others - and they know who they are - need to emulate.

Costco senior shopping hours changing week of July 13

Starting the week of July 13, special shopping hours for Costco members who are 60 or older will be reduced from 5 days a week to 2 days per week. Read on for the details.

Costco free sampling could be returning in June

Costco is planning to offer in-store free samples once again, but there will be changes because of COVID-19 concerns.

Costco customers required to wear masks starting May 4

All Costco members and guests will be required to wear a mask or face covering starting May 4. There are some exceptions to this policy, but it will apply to most people.

Costco only allowing 2 people in stores per membership

Costco will only allow 2 people to enter the store per membership card starting April 3. The new rule is being implemented to make it easier to social distance during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Costco warns of $75 coupon scam

Costco is warning customers of a scam involving fake $75 coupons.

A Florida man bought 100 generators from Costco to help the Bahamas

A man walked into a Costco in Florida and left with 100 generators, all of which are heading to The Bahamas.

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