Costco
Coverage of Costco in the Nexus archive.
- Neighbors in rural Texas county are not happy about Elon Musk’s plan to erect world’s largest building
Local residents in a rural Texas county are unhappy regarding plans for what is described as the world's largest building by Elon Musk. The planned project involves erecting a semiconductor factory, which will be the size of 1,000 Costco stores, raising concerns among local inhabitants.
- 15th Minnesota Costco opens off I-94 in Otsego
The 15th Costco warehouse opened its grand opening in Ostego, Minnesota, off I-94. This 152,000-square-foot store offers wholesale options to northwest metro shoppers. The facility will feature a full-service gas station, tire service center, liquor store, and an optical department.
- I've been a Costco member for 15 years. Here are 7 items I always buy for my household of 2.
Stacy Boe Miller, a 15-year Costco member, shares seven items she buys for her household of two, focusing on nutritious, protein-rich foods like Kirkland Signature Greek yogurt, Tyson rotisserie chicken-breast strips, and Motor City Pizza Co. pizzas.
- Consumer Reports ranks best rotisserie chickens: Sam’s Club takes top spot
Consumer Reports tested rotisserie chickens from 10 retailers, ranking Sam’s Club highest for flavor. The study evaluated taste, nutrition, and chemical exposure, finding phthalates in all chickens except ShopRite. Recommendations include limiting consumption to 6 ounces for adults and 2 ounces for children due to phthalate levels, with Costco and Walmart having the highest concentrations.
- Everything you need to know about the new Capital Region Costco
The first Costco in the Capital Region will open on Thursday. This marks the debut of a new retail location in the area.
- Residents ringing alarm bells over ‘secretly negotiated’ tax-sharing agreement that would bring Costco and gas station to OC city
Residents are concerned about a 'secretly negotiated' tax-sharing agreement approved by city officials that would bring Costco and a gas station to an Orange County city. The agreement is alleged to favor a developer.
- 5 things to know this Tuesday, August 4
A new Costco is set to open in the Capital Region on Thursday, and pedestrian safety improvements have been implemented at Washington Park. The news is sponsored by the Lia Auto Group.
- First Costco in the Capital Region to open this week
Costco's first store in the Capital Region opens on August 6 at 1701 Western Ave. Tony Dotson, who began with Costco 28 years ago, is the general manager of the new location. The store provides locals with another shopping option.
- Walmart, Costco, and Amazon are racing to become the front door for weight loss drug prescriptions
Walmart, Costco, and Amazon are competing to provide direct-to-consumer access to weight loss drugs like Wegovy and Zepbound as employers reduce coverage for these medications.
- The AI ‘news’ accounts hyping a blue-state dystopia
AI-generated videos on YouTube spread false claims about companies leaving California, prompting Governor Gavin Newsom's team to collaborate with YouTube to remove over 700 accounts. The content, targeting Newsom as a potential 2028 presidential candidate, includes misleading narratives about closures and decline in the state.
- As Americans go direct with GLP-1 prescriptions, Walmart, Costco, Amazon will be big weight-loss winners
Americans are increasingly going direct with GLP-1 prescriptions for weight loss, positioning retail pharmacy chains like Walmart, Costco, and Amazon as major beneficiaries.
- Apple’s new AirTags are back down to their best price
Apple’s second-generation AirTags are available at a discounted price of $89 for a four-pack at Amazon and Target, with Costco offering a fifth unit free for members. The devices feature Apple’s ultra wideband (UWB) chip for enhanced Precision Finding, improved Bluetooth range, and a louder built-in speaker. Additional features include AirTag sharing and compatibility with airlines like United, Delta, and American Airlines for location tracking.
- Costco customers are obsessed with their newest food court dessert — and it’s just $3
Costco's newest food court dessert has customers excited, with the sweet treat priced at $3. The dessert is part of the warehouse giant's latest food court offering, generating significant buzz among fans.
- Public health alert issued for steak burritos due to undeclared allergen
The U.S. Department of Agriculture issued a public health alert for Red's Steak Cilantro and Lime Burritos distributed to Costco locations in Illinois, Michigan, and Minnesota due to an undeclared egg allergen. The alert warns of potential health risks for individuals with egg allergies.
- Health alert issued for Red's frozen steak burritos due to allergen risk
A health alert has been issued for Red's frozen steak burritos due to an allergen risk. The affected products were distributed to Costco locations in Illinois, Michigan, and Minnesota.
- Fact check: Is this Japan Costco earthquake video from 2016 or 2026?
A video of a Costco in Japan went viral following a major earthquake on the southern Kyushu island. The article addresses a fact-check to determine whether the video is from 2016 or 2026.
- Lauderhill neighborhood rocked by over a dozen overnight car break-ins
A Lauderhill neighborhood in Broward County experienced over a dozen overnight car break-ins, with masked suspects targeting vehicles and stealing personal belongings. One victim, registered nurse Marry Gooding, lost her work bag, cash, and a $800 Costco gift card, while the Lauderhill Police Department is reviewing surveillance footage to investigate.
- Costco devotees engage in heated online debate over ‘sourfaux’ bread
Costco's Kirkland Signature olive and rosemary sourdough bread has sparked online debate over what qualifies as genuine sourdough. The discussion centers on whether the bread, which is popular among shoppers, meets criteria such as being leavened solely with a live sourdough culture and lacking commercial yeast or additives.
- Costco class action lawsuit settlement could earn affected customers $500
A class action lawsuit settlement involving Costco could provide eligible customers up to $500. Affected consumers who received a specific email between June 2, 2021, and July 7, 2026, may qualify for the payout.
- Costco shoppers may be eligible for settlement checks over marketing emails
Costco customers in Washington state may receive payments from a $14 million settlement over allegations of sending misleading marketing emails between June 2021 and July 2026. The lawsuit claimed Costco violated Washington's Commercial Electronic Mail Act by promoting limited-time offers that continued past stated expiration dates. The settlement does not admit Costco's wrongdoing, and customers must act by August 24 to participate.
- Fishwife’s CEO shares her favorite interview question — and how she would answer it
Fishwife CEO Becca Millstein's favorite interview question is 'What's your superpower?' to assess candidates' core strengths and self-awareness. She highlights the importance of combining analytical and creative skills, a trait she attributes to her own success. Fishwife, a tinned seafood brand, has grown rapidly since 2020, secured a 2024 Shark Tank deal, and is sold at retailers like Whole Foods and Costco.
- Fuel rewards programs in southern Colorado that save you money at the pump
The article lists fuel rewards programs in southern Colorado, including discounts from 7-Eleven, Circle K, and Conoco, along with credit cards and apps like GasBuddy to help save money on gas purchases. The information is current as of July 27 and highlights various savings opportunities, such as cents-off per gallon and cashback rewards.
- Costco fans are only just realizing what Kirkland Signature's 'National Event' really means
Costco customers are realizing the significance of Kirkland Signature's 'National Event'. The term refers to a specific initiative or promotion by the brand.
- Mamdani’s $70M city-run grocery plan could buy more than 1M Costco memberships: critics
Mayor Zohran Mamdani's plan to build government-run supermarkets in all five boroughs will cost taxpayers at least $70 million, which critics argue could instead be used to purchase Costco memberships for over 1 million New Yorkers.
- Montgomery County leaders push for additional I-24 exits as Clarksville continues to grow
Montgomery County leaders are advocating for additional I-24 exits to address traffic congestion caused by Clarksville's rapid growth. Discussions with the Tennessee Department of Transportation focus on new exits near existing interchanges, connecting to Ted Crozier Boulevard, Costco, and Vanderbilt Clarksville Hospital. The project is in early stages and may tie into a 2034 I-24 widening plan.
- WA Costco shoppers eligible for cash in $14 million settlement
Washington Costco shoppers may receive up to $500 as part of a $14 million settlement related to allegedly misleading email subject lines, according to case documents. The settlement stems from claims that Costco's email communications contained deceptive subject lines.
- Costco's email marketing just turned into a $14 million problem
Costco agreed to resolve claims that it sent Washington residents emails with false or misleading subject lines, resulting in a $14 million issue. The warehouse chain denied wrongdoing as part of the resolution.
- ‘Rockets and feathers’: Economists say grocery prices shoot up like the first, fall like the second
U.S. grocery prices have risen sharply post-pandemic but remain slow to decline, a phenomenon economists call 'rockets and feathers.' Prices peaked at 11.4% in 2022 and are projected to rise 2.7% this year, with factors like high gas prices and reduced government aid affecting spending. Consumers are shifting to discount retailers and store brands to save money.
- ‘They just reuse the boxes’: Upscale bakery denies allegations of $12 Costco croissant scheme
An upscale bakery denies allegations that it reuses boxes for its $12 Costco croissants, calling the accusations 'half-baked.'
- The 'rockets and feathers' effect: Inflation eases but grocery bills do not
U.S. grocery prices have surged post-pandemic ('rockets') but remain elevated despite slowed inflation ('feathers'), with a 2.7% annual rise expected. Consumers are shifting to discount retailers and store brands amid persistent high costs, driven by factors like the U.S.-Iran conflict and reduced government food aid.
- The 'rockets and feathers' effect: Inflation eases but grocery bills do not
U.S. grocery prices have surged post-pandemic ('rockets effect') but remain elevated despite easing inflation. Prices rose 11.4% in 2022 and are projected to increase 2.7% this year, with factors like high gas prices and reduced government food aid slowing consumer spending. Shoppers are shifting to discounters and store brands to mitigate costs.
- Why Costco keeps gas prices so low—it's 'straight out of the retail playbook,' expert says
Costco maintains low gas prices, which drives record demand as higher gas prices prompt more Americans to seek savings. An expert attributes this strategy to 'straight out of the retail playbook.'
- Can Clarksville's roads handle Costco?
A proposed Costco in Clarksville has residents excited about new shopping opportunities, but local leaders are focused on whether the town's roads can handle the potential traffic and demand.
- Costco could bring millions in new tax revenue to Clarksville, leaders say
A new Costco could be coming to Clarksville, with local leaders highlighting potential tax revenue and broader economic impacts beyond bulk shopping and discounted gas.
- Taylor Farms hit with first class action over parasite outbreak
Two customers filed the first class action against Taylor Farms, alleging their lettuce products caused a cyclospora parasite outbreak linked to food poisoning. The lawsuit claims the contamination was preventable and seeks restitution for affected consumers.
- Food court craze: New items you may have missed at Hawaii Costcos
Hawaii Costco members can enjoy new $6.99 chicken strips and $2.99 seasonal sundaes. The items are part of recent additions to Costco's food court offerings in Hawaii.
- Costco has Clarksville expansion plans, if the community agrees to an incentive agreement
Costco plans to open a store in Clarksville as part of a 220-acre mixed-use development called Freedom Farms, pending approval of a $21.5 million performance-based incentive agreement. The project could create 801 jobs and generate $6.25 million annually in local sales tax revenue, though concerns about growth and traffic persist.
- ‘Finally coming.’ Commissioner confirms Costco coming to this Middle TN county soon. Here’s what’s next
Montgomery County Commissioner Joshua Beal confirmed Costco is set to open in the area soon, pending approval from the county commission. The county pursued this opportunity after previous plans in Clarksville failed, emphasizing it will bring jobs and economic benefits.
- Shoppers urged to check their homes after Costco and Amazon best-seller is urgently recalled over fire fears
Costco and Amazon have urgently recalled a best-selling product due to fire safety concerns. Shoppers are being advised to check their homes for the item.
- Consumer Reports ranks the best store-bought rotisserie chickens
Consumer Reports tested rotisserie chickens from 10 retailers, finding Sams Club ranked highest for flavor. Tests revealed phthalates in most chickens except ShopRite, with Costco and Walmart having the highest levels. The report provides handling and consumption guidelines to minimize chemical exposure and ensure food safety.