Recent events
Recent events tied to this brand in public sources.
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2020
Fire at Hutchinson Walmart store
A fire was deliberately set in the men's clothing department of a Walmart store in Hutchinson, Minnesota. The store was evacuated, nobody was injured, and it remained closed; estimated damage was $1 million to $2 million.
2019
Walmart and Nuro announce Houston autonomous grocery delivery pilot
Walmart announced a pilot with Nuro to test autonomous grocery delivery in Houston starting in 2020, serving a select group of customers who opt into the service.
2019
Walmart apologizes over cocaine-themed Santa sweater
Walmart apologized after customers discovered it was selling a sweater depicting Santa Claus with lines of cocaine. The item, uploaded by a third-party vendor and sold in Canada, was removed.
2019
Walmart removes controversial Christmas sweaters from its Canadian website
Walmart removed Christmas sweaters from its Canadian website after images of the products were spotted by potential customers and posted on social media. Walmart said the sweaters did not represent its values and blamed a third-party seller for their appearance online.
2019
Walmart apologizes and removes drug-reference sweater listings
Walmart said sweaters sold by a third-party seller on Walmart.ca did not represent its values, apologized for unintended offense, and said it had removed the products from its marketplace.
2019
Walmart supports Wreaths Across America
Walmart is supporting Wreaths Across America by donating transportation services and providing a Walmart Foundation donation to help purchase wreaths for placement at national cemeteries and memorial sites.
2019
Blackstone announced AirFryer Griddle Combo
Blackstone Products announced its AirFryer Griddle Combination unit, with availability at Walmart planned for early January 2020.
2019
Walmart faces backlash over canceled Apple Watch orders
Customers complained publicly after Walmart canceled confirmed orders for Apple Watch Series 3 during its Black Friday sale, citing the item being out of stock. The article reports that some customers questioned whether the deal was a scam; it does not establish that it was.
2019
Shoppers threaten boycott over Walmart holiday pay policy
Some shoppers threatened to boycott Walmart after reports that employees received store discounts instead of extra pay for working on Thanksgiving. Walmart said it no longer offers holiday pay as part of a paid-time-off policy change made in 2016.
2019
Mexico files lawsuit against Walmart over El Paso shooting
The Mexican federal government filed a U.S. lawsuit against Walmart over the August 3 El Paso mass shooting, alleging that the shopping center failed to provide necessary and reasonable security measures.
2019
Walmart settles disability discrimination lawsuit
Walmart agreed to pay a former worker $80,000 in back wages and change its national policies to settle a disability discrimination lawsuit filed by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. The settlement was approved by the U.S. District Court in Bangor on Thursday.
2019
Walmart announces Black Friday game discounts
Walmart announced discounts on game systems, accessories and games for its Black Friday sale, scheduled to run November 27–29, 2019.
2019
Walmart sues 32 Colorado counties over property valuations
Walmart Stores Inc. sued 32 Colorado counties, arguing that the valuations do not reflect that store equipment wears out faster because of overnight operating hours. The lawsuit seeks to reduce the value of personal property at 95 stores and recover attorney fees.
2019
Walmart begins offering grocery-delivery subscription in Baltimore
Walmart began offering its Delivery Unlimited subscription option for online grocery delivery in the Baltimore area. Customers can pay $98 annually or $12.95 monthly.
2019
Steve Easterbrook resigns from Walmart board
Steve Easterbrook resigned from Walmart's board, the retailer said on Tuesday. Walmart said his decision was not due to disagreement with the company over its operations, policies or practices.
2019
Walmart and Tesla settle solar-panel dispute
Walmart and Tesla announced that they had resolved the issues raised by Walmart in its lawsuit over rooftop solar systems after fires were alleged at seven Walmart stores. The settlement terms were not disclosed.
2019
MedCerts adds pharmacy retail partners
MedCerts added Kroger, Walmart and Albertsons Companies to its national pharmacy partnerships, enabling enrolled students to complete local externships at those retail pharmacy chains.
2019
DOJ sues Walmart over alleged hiring discrimination
The U.S. Department of Justice filed suit alleging Walmart denied a Navy Reserve officer a job because of her upcoming reserve duties. Walmart said it does not tolerate discrimination and would respond in court.
2019
Walmart recalls Great Value sausage products over salmonella concerns
Walmart announced a recall of more than 6,000 pounds of Great Value ready-to-eat sausage products over salmonella concerns. Customers were advised not to consume the products and to return them to Walmart or the place of purchase for a full refund.
2019
Belcam announces Anecdote fragrance line
Belcam announced Anecdote, a new line of vegan, gluten-free fragrances. The fragrances were scheduled to become available starting October 21 at 1,900 Walmart locations in the United States and online at Anecdotefragrances.com.