Tips Coverage

Mystery diner tips $16,000 to restaurant staff on $37 bill
The staff at a New Hampshire restaurant is in shock after receiving a 16-thousand dollar tip on a bill of just $37.

North Raleigh brewery ditching tip system for livable wage salaries
Heyday Brewing in North Raleigh opened up about eight weeks ago. General manager Harrison Lassiter says they are trying out a new method.

Server gets a surprise big tip
It's been a tough year for anyone working in the service industry. But last night, a server in Richmond got a big boost.

5 On Your Side: Steps to fix common face mask annoyances
During the coronavirus pandemic, masks have been a must have, but we all know that they come with some annoyances.

Make the most of your lunch breaks at home with these tips
At least part of the time, a Gallup survey from May says nearly seven in 10 people are working in household areas. Here are five productive things to do when taking that much-needed break.

Five activities to fight boredom at home
Wibbitz has five ideas that can help you fight boredom post coronavirus pandemic.

Get tips on easing family through these uncertain times
Parenting during the coronavirus pandemic has already proved to be a stressful test for parents. And with many summer camps in limbo, here are some tips on how to get the whole family through these uncertain times.

Eight helpful baking tips every beginner should know
With more time at home due to the COVID-19 pandemic, many people are trying their hand at baking. Here are eight helpful tips to aid all the new bakers out there.

How to properly tip workers during the COVID-19 pandemic
When it comes to tipping essential workers during the COVID-19 pandemic, there are a few things to take into consideration.

Move safely during outbreak
If you were planning to move this spring, the coronavirus has likely thrown a wrench in your plans. Yet federal rules allow movers to continue to operate during this time.

Five cleaning mistakes that are making your home dirtier
Check out these five things you could be doing wrong when cleaning up your home.

Avoid the 'corona cut'
With salons shut down, many are starting to cut and dye their own hair.

DIY: Men's haircut tutorial
Sharon O'Connor, Triniti Salon owner, cuts her husband's hair.

DIY: How to cut bangs
Women's bangs tutorial

Many cut, color their own hair during quarantine
Several hair salons offer over-the-phone consultations and even provide custom-made products. Both Triniti Salon and Bishops Dillon are donating proceeds to local organizations helping feed those affected by COVID-19.

Customer leaves $9,400 tip for workers at Houston restaurant
Irma's Southwest Restaurant says a person came into a Houston location after the announcement of a mandatory shutdown of bars and nightclubs and left a $9,400 tip.

Buzzword of the moment: Social distancing
Experts at Northwestern University provides some tips on how you can stave off depression, sadness and loneliness during these times of social distancing.

Experts offer tips for working from home
As thousands of Americans start working from home to prevent the spread of the coronavirus, experts offer tips to help ease the transition.

Thinking about DIY hand sanitizer?
Amid the shortage of hand sanitizer with coronavirus concerns, use caution with DIY hand sanitizer.