McDonald's workers plan strike over coronavirus protections

Workers at McDonald's restaurants in 20 cities will go on strike Wednesday to put pressure on the company to improve employee protections during the coronavirus outbreak.

Survey: 55 percent of employees say they work 1-10 extra hours remotely amid COVID-19

A recent survey done by Fishbowl, a employee social networking platform, found that the majority of its respondents said they were are working up to 10 more hours at home than they normally would if they were still working from their offices. 

Stocks reverse course as investors take profits

U.S. equity markets closed lower across the board giving up earlier gains as investors took profits and reassessed the progress of a potential coronavirus treatment.

Fed's Powell says new lending programs to launch by June 1

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said Tuesday that the central bank’s lending programs for medium-sized businesses and state and local governments will be operational by the end of this month.

Millennial Money: Put off debt payments to start saving now

If you’re one of the millions of Americans making less or receiving unemployment benefits because of the coronavirus pandemic, you’re probably working to recalibrate your finances.

Charge card vs. credit card: What's the difference?

Credit and charge cards have their similarities, but they actually have more differences. Getting to know those differences can steer you toward a better choice of plastic down the road.

Buda drive-in finding success amid renewed interest in drive-in theaters

Doc's Drive-In Theatre is one of just a few drive-in theaters in Central Texas and it's seeing a resurgence of popularity amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

IRS to issue coronavirus stimulus payments on prepaid debit card

The IRS and the U.S. Treasury Department will begin sending economic stimulus payments on preloaded debit cards this week, the Trump administration said on Monday.

H-E-B to host "Texas-sized" online graduation celebration

The celebration will be streamed on YouTube on May 20th and will feature cameos from Texas celebrities.

Texas Gas Service to host virtual job fair to fill 16 open positions in Austin, Gonzales service areas

Texas Gas Service will be offering information on 16 open field positions, including service and field technicians, meter readers and construction and maintenance inspectors, in the Austin and Gonzales service areas.

How to stay calm in coronavirus uncertainty and hold on to your money

The rapid and uncontrolled spread of coronavirus has generated levels of fear, uncertainty and volatility that can make sound investing decisions difficult.

Sydney restaurant fills empty social distancing seats with cardboard cut-out customers

As businesses in countries around the world begin to reopen following strict coronavirus lockdowns aimed at combating the spread of the virus, many eager to return to their favorite restaurants are wondering how they will adapt to the new normal. 

Nail salon owners hoping to reopen soon

Nail industry leaders are trying to come up with very specific plans to ensure that customers will be safe in nail salons.