Laid-off workers endure loss of $600 federal aid amid COVID-19 pandemic
Around the country, across industries and occupations, millions of Americans thrown out of work because of the coronavirus are straining to afford the basics now that an extra $600 a week in federal unemployment benefits has expired.
Around the country, across industries and occupations, millions of Americans thrown out of work because of the coronavirus are straining to afford the basics now that an extra $600 a week in federal unemployment benefits has expired.
Doordash debuts 'digital convenience stores' in 8 US cities
DoorDash is launching digital "convenience stores" in several cities across the U.S. that will bring to your door everything from chips and ice cream to dog food and cold medicine.
DoorDash is launching digital "convenience stores" in several cities across the U.S. that will bring to your door everything from chips and ice cream to dog food and cold medicine.
Krispy Kreme offering free coffee, doughnuts for teachers next week
Good teachers make learning sweet, inspiring Krispy Kreme to treat educators with free food next week.
Good teachers make learning sweet, inspiring Krispy Kreme to treat educators with free food next week.
1.2 million seek jobless aid after $600 federal check ends
Nearly 1.2 million laid-off Americans applied for state unemployment benefits last week, evidence that the coronavirus keeps forcing companies to slash jobs just as a critical $600 weekly federal jobless payment has expired.
Nearly 1.2 million laid-off Americans applied for state unemployment benefits last week, evidence that the coronavirus keeps forcing companies to slash jobs just as a critical $600 weekly federal jobless payment has expired.
Major online glitch causes $0 balance to appear in some Bank of America accounts
Some people were shocked to find $0 in their Bank of America accounts on Wednesday due to what the bank said was a glitch.
Some people were shocked to find $0 in their Bank of America accounts on Wednesday due to what the bank said was a glitch.
Austin bicycle shop cancels contract with police department
On social media, an APD officer claimed a sales manager said the decision was made because three employees did not like the way the bikes were being used for crowd control.
On social media, an APD officer claimed a sales manager said the decision was made because three employees did not like the way the bikes were being used for crowd control.
Tickets available for Walmart’s drive-in movie viewings in store parking lots — and they’re free
Walmart is partnering with the Tribeca Film Festival to host 320 free drive-in movie showings throughout the U.S., and you can snag your free tickets now.
Walmart is partnering with the Tribeca Film Festival to host 320 free drive-in movie showings throughout the U.S., and you can snag your free tickets now.
JetBlue says it will continue to block middle seats through mid-October as COVID-19 precaution
The airline announced its commitment to blocking middle seats through at least Oct. 15 to help maintain social distancing in the fight against coronavirus.
The airline announced its commitment to blocking middle seats through at least Oct. 15 to help maintain social distancing in the fight against coronavirus.
What is the cheapest way to borrow money?
Make sure you’re not overpaying for your loan.
Make sure you’re not overpaying for your loan.
Virgin Atlantic files for bankruptcy protection in U.S.
Richard Branson's Virgin Atlantic airline is seeking protection from creditors as it tries to survive the pandemic that is slamming air travel.
Richard Branson's Virgin Atlantic airline is seeking protection from creditors as it tries to survive the pandemic that is slamming air travel.
Fund established to help small businesses in Hays County struggling during pandemic
The ECAP fund will disperse a total of $600,000 to businesses.
The ECAP fund will disperse a total of $600,000 to businesses.
Clorox wipes won't be fully stocked in stores until 2021, CEO says
Clorox wipes have been a hot commodity since the pandemic started, leading to a shortage that will likely last for the rest of the 2020.
Clorox wipes have been a hot commodity since the pandemic started, leading to a shortage that will likely last for the rest of the 2020.
Disney 3Q revenue drops 42%, missing expectations
Walt Disney Co. on Tuesday reported that its net income fell dramatically in the three-month period that ended in June when most of its theme parks were shuttered and theatrical movie releases were postponed.
Walt Disney Co. on Tuesday reported that its net income fell dramatically in the three-month period that ended in June when most of its theme parks were shuttered and theatrical movie releases were postponed.
What to do with airline and travel credit cards amid coronavirus
With air travel on a downward flight path these days, it’s time to decide what to do with airline and travel credit cards.
With air travel on a downward flight path these days, it’s time to decide what to do with airline and travel credit cards.
No masks, no distance: Coronavirus pandemic wedding horrors for vendors
Now that weddings have slowly cranked up under a patchwork of ever-shifting state and local restrictions, horror stories from vendors are rolling in.
Now that weddings have slowly cranked up under a patchwork of ever-shifting state and local restrictions, horror stories from vendors are rolling in.
Trump's demand for US cut of a TikTok deal is unprecedented
Microsoft is in talks to buy parts of TikTok, a forced sale after Trump threatened to ban the Chinese-owned video app, which claims 100 million U.S. users and hundreds of millions globally.
Microsoft is in talks to buy parts of TikTok, a forced sale after Trump threatened to ban the Chinese-owned video app, which claims 100 million U.S. users and hundreds of millions globally.
Personal loan rates are getting even lower — here's why
Now could be an excellent time to consider taking out a personal loan.
Now could be an excellent time to consider taking out a personal loan.
4 cheapest ways to pay off credit card debt
Americans currently owe 14.3 trillion in credit card debt. Here are four debt-repayment strategies to help you pay yours off.
Americans currently owe 14.3 trillion in credit card debt. Here are four debt-repayment strategies to help you pay yours off.
Wave of evictions expected as moratoriums end in many states
Housing advocates fear that they could see a wave of evictions in the coming months, as states end moratoriums put in place during the coronavirus pandemic.
Housing advocates fear that they could see a wave of evictions in the coming months, as states end moratoriums put in place during the coronavirus pandemic.
H-E-B recalls blue cheese salmon burgers due to undeclared wheat allergen
Those who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to wheat could have a serious or even life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these burgers.
Those who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to wheat could have a serious or even life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these burgers.