Unemployed Texans holding on to hope for second stimulus check
There’s some news that Congress could reach a deal on another stimulus check, which will bring much needed help for Texans looking for work.
Thousands of Texans still not able to afford rent as eviction moratorium expires at end of December
According to a survey by the U.S. Census Bureau, more than 1.7 million households in Texas have little to no confidence that they can afford next month’s rent.
Congress nears agreement on 2nd stimulus check in long-delayed COVID-19 relief deal
The $908 billion bipartisan package would extend direct payments of $500-$600 to most Americans but would deny long-sought aid to state and local governments.
'Christmas cliff' looms for millions of Americans on the verge of losing their unemployment benefits
It’s being called the “Christmas Cliff.” On Dec. 26, millions of Americans are set to lose their unemployment benefits amid the coronavirus pandemic, adding another layer of stress for those who are jobless this holiday.
Live events industry lost $30B due to COVID-19 pandemic, Pollstar says
Pollstar on Friday released its year-end report, explaining that the live events industry should have hit a record-setting $12.2 billion this year, but instead it incurred $9.7 billion in losses.
Silver Lining: Prices of precious metals soar during COVID-19 pandemic
With prices for the precious metal soaring to near record highs, that old chain or single earring collecting dust in your jewelry box is worth more than ever
More than 315,000 Texas gig workers, independent contractors will lose unemployment relief without action
More than 619,000 independent contractors in Texas who lost work received benefits under the program Congress created, according to the commission.
Captain Nemo's in Irving just the latest small business to close due to impacts of COVID-19 pandemic
Since the news broke to customers last weekend, many in Irving are lining up to buy what may be their last Captain Nemo's sandwich.
New White House offer adds $600 stimulus checks to COVID-19 relief
It proposes the $600 direct payment for individuals and $1,200 for couples, which is half the payment delivered by the March pandemic relief bill.
UN warns 2021 could be ‘bleakest and darkest’ year
U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said humanitarian aid budgets are now facing dire shortfalls as the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic continues to worsen.
US economy will return to pre-pandemic levels by second-half of 2021, experts predict
The U.S. economy's growth is likely slowing as 2020 comes to a close, but a growing number of economists expect it to claw back to its pre-pandemic strength by the second half of next year.
Dallas code enforcement officers were out this weekend making sure businesses were following rollback rules
Dallas said it gives establishments a warning first, and hasn’t issued a citation since July.
Dallas, Tarrant counties receive letter from the state outlining reopening rollback action plan
Dallas and Tarrant counties have received a letter from Texas Health and Human Services notifying them of the action plan for reopening rollbacks.
Trump administration suspends student federal loan payments through January
By extending payments by one month, the administration is effectively leaving it to the Biden administration or Congress to decide whether to provide longer-term relief to millions of student borrowers.
North Texas businesses again having to deal with scaled back COVID-19 restrictions
It’s Deja Vu for restaurants, gyms, and other businesses across North Texas, as they are again forced to further scale back capacity.
Reopening rollbacks start in North Texas after COVID-19 hospitalizations stay above 15% for 7th straight day
Elective surgeries will again be suspended. Restaurants, retail stores, and gyms must reduce capacity to 50%, and bars must close.
Southwest issues WARN notices to 7,000 employees about possible layoffs
Dallas-based Southwest Airlines warned nearly 7,000 of its employees that they may be laid off or furloughed in the spring.
North Texas prepares for reopening rollbacks as COVID hospitalizations stay above 15%
Health officials say all signs point to the governor’s seven-day requirement being reached on Thursday, forcing some businesses to once again change the way they operate during the pandemic.
Biden unveils economic team at critical moment for recovery
President-elect Joe Biden on Tuesday introduced top advisers he says will help his administration rebuild an economy hammered by the coronavirus pandemic.
Statewide mask mandates stimulate the economy, study suggests
A study from the University of Utah found that when statewide mask mandates were implemented, as opposed to mandates issued and enforced at the local level, COVID-19 cases decreased and economic activity increased.