Dallas businesses getting back to normal one year after start of COVID-19 pandemic

The Dallas Regional Chamber said that at the end of last year, 23% of small businesses in Dallas were forced to close, while 26% of businesses closed in Fort Worth.

CDC says no-sail order to remain in place until Nov. 1 despite cruise association request

The CDC said Wednesday its no-sail order will remain in place until Nov. 1 for cruise ships, despite a request from the Cruise Lines International Association to lift the order several months early.

3 tips on making extra student loan payments

With government funding running dry on student loan aid, borrowers may have to fend for themselves. Making extra payments can help.

'The restaurant industry lost a legend': Texas Roadhouse CEO and founder Kent Taylor dies at 65

Kent Taylor’s family said in a joint statement with Texas Roadhouse that the 65-year-old took his life last week after battling post-COVID-related symptoms, including severe tinnitus.

Is it worth paying for credit monitoring?

Many services are free, but some important benefits and features may be missing.

90% of California can dine indoors, go to movies, hit a gym

San Mateo County also became the first county in the San Francisco Bay Area allowing businesses there to open even more, including indoor bowling alleys and outdoor bars that do not serve meals. Businesses can reopen Wednesday, one year to the day after San Francisco Bay Area health officers implemented a regional stay-at-home order, the first in the U.S.

OSHA, FAA doubling down on COVID-19 precautions to protect workers

Even with the Texas statewide mask mandate lifted, the federal government is requiring many workplaces to continue mask requirements.

How should I invest future stimulus checks?

With cash on the way in the form of pandemic-related stimulus checks, many Americans face a tough question – what to do with the money?

Why buying a second home is harder since COVID-19

COVID-19 has changed the housing market. It might feel like the right time to buy but purchasing a second home in 2021 will be a challenge.

North Texas restaurants dealing with those on both sides of mask debate

Restaurant owners can no longer lean on that as the reason they require masks inside their business.  And angry people on both sides of the debate seem to be taking it out on employees.

Unilever drops word ‘normal’ from beauty products in push for inclusivity

Unilever, which owns many beauty and personal care brands like Dove and Simple, will drop the word “normal” from its products in an effort to broaden the definition of beauty.

How to know if mortgage refinancing is for you, according to experts

Not sure if refinancing is the right move for you? We spoke with three mortgage professionals to learn about the most common scenarios when you might want to refinance your mortgage.