1 in 4 Americans have lost job because of coronavirus; most think they'll return to work

One out of every four American adults say someone in their household has lost a job to the coronavirus pandemic, but the vast majority expect those former jobs will return once the crisis passes

Ruth's Chris Steakhouse owner to return $20M in small business loans

Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse owner, Ruth’s Hospitality Group, announced Thursday that it is repaying $20 million in coronavirus aid received under the Paycheck Protection Program after the Treasury Department asked publicly traded companies to return the funds meant for small businesses.

Mark Cuban discusses PPP loan program, investments during FOX Business town hall

Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban answered questions from viewers for an hour on Thursday during a FOX Business Network town hall on the economy and COVID-19.

Somber Congress delivers nearly $500B more in virus aid

The House is reassembling to send President Donald Trump a fourth bipartisan bill to help businesses crippled by the coronavirus.

North Richland Hills bakery hopes to get back on track after receiving PPP loan

A struggling small business in North Richland Hills that whittled its staff down to one full-time employee is sharing optimism after learning it will receive a Paycheck Protection Program loan.

US unemployment claims surge by another 4.4 million

More than 4.4 million laid-off workers applied for U.S. unemployment benefits last week as job cuts escalated across an economy that remains all but shut down, the government said Thursday.

Walmart begins mandating one-way aisles

In order to encourage social distancing while shopping during the COVID-19 pandemic, Walmart stores are updating their policy by creating one-way aisles. 

Dallas council approves rental relief fund, eviction pause, small businesses assistance

The city of Dallas plans to distribute nearly $10 million to people in danger of being evicted after losing their jobs from the COVID-19 crisis or to small businesses needing help.

Dow climbs 456 points as oil stabilizes and small business funding nears

The Dow Jones Industrial Average climbed 456 points, or 1.99 percent, while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite gained 2.29 percent and 2.8 percent, respectively.

IRS stimulus check rollout continues to be riddled with mistakes

Last week, FOX 4 told you about economic stimulus checks being deposited into temporary accounts set up by tax prep services.

Texas Railroad Commission passes on putting cap on oil production

The price of oil fell again on Tuesday as the Texas Railroad Commission, which regulates oil, was divided about what to do.

Dow tumbles 631 points as oil selloff deepens

The Dow Jones Industrial Average tumbled 515 points, or 2.18 percent, in the opening minutes of trading. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite dropped 1.76 percent and 1.2 percent, respectively.

Business expert reacts to the collapse in oil prices
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Bruce Bullock is the director of the Maguire Energy Institute at SMU's Cox School of Business.He talks to Good Day about the shocking negative oil prices.