Amazon driver seen delivering package during reported armed police standoff
In a statement, Amazon said it prioritizes the safety of its drivers and was “looking into the specific circumstances” of the now-viral TikTok video.
Amazon to cut 9,000 more jobs amid 'uncertain economy'
Amazon announced Monday that it plans to cut an additional 9,000 roles within the next few weeks amid the uncertain economic environment.
Amazon Go stores to close in cities coast to coast
Amazon is permanently closing some Amazon Go stores in Seattle, San Francisco and New York City, April 1, but new stores are opening as well.
Amazon delays construction on second phase of HQ2 in Arlington
Amazon is pausing construction of its second headquarters in Arlington, Virginia following the biggest round of layoffs in the company’s history and shifting landscape of remote work.
Video shows Amazon delivery driver hitting, killing dog at Maryland home
A Maryland family is mourning the loss of their pet after an Amazon delivery driver was seen hitting and killing the family dog. Amazon's initial response was offering a $5 coupon and a free wind chime.
Amazon donates over 1,400 cases of water to residents of East Palestine, Ohio
More than 30 Amazon employees from its Pittsburgh and Cleveland sites volunteered to help bring water in the aftermath of the Ohio train derailment.
Amazon launches subscription prescription drug service
Amazon says RxPass is a subscription service for customers who have Prime memberships. Consumers will pay $5 a month to fill as many prescriptions as they need from a list of 50 generic medications.
Amazon shutting down AmazonSmile charity program amid wider cost-cutting moves
The program will end on February 20, and it allowed Amazon to donate a small percentage of eligible purchases to a charity selected by customers.
Amazon begins cutting 18,000 workers in its biggest layoffs ever
Amazon's layoffs are just a fraction of its 1.5M global workforce.
Amazon to cut 18,000 jobs, largest amount of layoffs in company's history
The majority of job cuts will mostly impact the company's brick-and-mortar stores, which include Amazon Fresh and Amazon Go.
Amazon extends its $5 'thank my driver' program after 'extraordinary' participation
The “thank my driver” program allows customers to use Alexa-enabled devices and Amazon’s mobile app to tip their most recent delivery driver.
Amazon sued for allegedly stealing more than $1M in tips from delivery workers
Amazon says tips were already paid to drivers as part of a settlement last year. Amazon was accused of stealing tips from delivery drivers to subsidize its own labor expenses between 2016 and 2019, according to a lawsuit.
Amazon driver found dead in Missouri yard may have been killed by dogs, authorities say
The sheriff said the driver had injuries consistent with an animal attack, but an autopsy will be conducted to officially determine if the two "aggressive" dogs caused the driver's death.
Amazon to hire 150,000 full-time, part-time, seasonal workers for the holiday season
The announcement, made Thursday, shows the e-commerce behemoth is taking a less conservative approach to its holiday planning than Walmart.
MacKenzie Scott, ex-wife of Jeff Bezos, files for divorce from second husband Dan Jewett
Mackenzie Scott has reportedly filed for divorce from her second husband, Dan Jewett. The couple wed last year.
Extension cords sold on Amazon should 'immediately' be thrown away, CPSC says
The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is warning consumers to "immediately" stop using and dispose of certain extension cords sold on Amazon because they pose several safety hazards.
Amazon loses attempt to scrap historic union win
Amazon says it will appeal the decision with the company and labor union allowed to file exceptions to the report by September 16.
Manassas residents protest over noise pollution from Amazon data center
Manassas residents say they're angry about the noise pollution coming out of the new Amazon data center with some holding a press conference Monday to urge the county board of supervisors to do something about it.
'America's Funniest Doorbell Cam Videos'? Amazon to launch Ring TV show
Two Amazon-owned companies — Ring and Hollywood studio MGM — are teaming to create a TV show in the mold of "America’s Funniest Home Videos" using viral footage from Ring’s doorbell and smart-home cameras.
Amazon deal to buy One Medical worries advocates over patient care and privacy
Labor leaders demonstrated Tuesday against a deal that would see Amazon buying health care provider One Medical. Labor leaders and privacy advocates are worried the deal could impact patient care and patient privacy.