Major retailers not enforcing mask policies due to confrontational customers

Several national retailers have recently announced they won't enforce facemask policies because they're trying to avoid putting their employees at risk after physical and verbal altercations with customers who won't wear facial coverings.

As Congress fights, analysts warn economy needs help now

As Congress and the White House resume their efforts to agree on a new economic aid package, evidence is growing that the U.S. economy is faltering. And so is concern that the government may not take the steps needed to support hiring and growth.

More payments, extended benefits:  Inside the GOP's COVID stimulus proposal

The framework is expected to extend — but reduce substantially — just-expired expanded unemployment benefits, send a fresh round of $1,200 stimulus check to American adults earning less than $75,000 in August and funnel tens of billions of dollars in aid to schools and universities.

Austin-based company is giving back to frontline workers

This is ATX Environmental Solutions' way of helping protect those who are protecting others right now.

Many Americans should be getting $1,200 checks in August, Treasury Secretary says

Treasury Secretary Steve Mnuchin says that many Americans will be getting another $1,200 stimulus check in August. But, he says that the GOP is determined to cut down the $600/week in extra federal unemployment benefits that millions have been getting for months.

No virus bill yet: White House, GOP at odds over jobless aid

Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell sent senators home, promising a Republican proposal would be ready on Monday.

Texans set to lose $600 unemployment benefit from CARES Act

Union leaders and advocates gathered outside the Texas Workforce Commission Friday, demanding legislators act fast as unemployed people struggle to make ends meet.

List of pharmacies that offer prescription delivery options

Did you know you could get your prescriptions delivered and avoid long lines at the pharmacy window and drive-thrus?

How to refinance high interest rate student loans

Refinancing high interest private student loans could save you money. Find out what's involved in refinancing high interest private loans so you can see if this option is right for you.

Going shopping? Here are the major retailers that are requiring customers to wear masks

Amid the sharp rise in COVID-19 cases in many states across the U.S., more national retailers have rolled out new policies that will require customers to wear facial coverings while shopping in stores.

Texas Restaurant Association: Next 45 days critical for locally-owned restaurants

Restaurants are struggling during the pandemic and many may not survive. Some say the next 45 days are critical for restaurant survival in North Texas.