Mom and pop restaurants ask for support as pandemic stretches on
The owner of a Far North Dallas diner said restaurants need more support in order to survive the pandemic.
The owner of a Far North Dallas diner said restaurants need more support in order to survive the pandemic.
North Texas families left in limbo as talks stall over jobless benefits, coronavirus relief bill
The Senate left Washington for the weekend after failing to agree on an extension of unemployment benefits to millions of Americans.
The Senate left Washington for the weekend after failing to agree on an extension of unemployment benefits to millions of Americans.
Business for Downtown Dallas hotels may take years to return to normal, expert says
It may be years before Downtown Dallas hotels rebound to pre-pandemic heights. That's at least the belief of one hotel leader.
It may be years before Downtown Dallas hotels rebound to pre-pandemic heights. That's at least the belief of one hotel leader.
Record economic plunge, bleak jobs numbers reveal virus toll
The U.S. economy shrank at a dizzying 33% annual rate in the April-June quarter — by far the worst quarterly plunge ever — when the viral outbreak shut down businesses, throwing tens of millions out of work and sending unemployment surging to 14.7%, the government said Thursday.
The U.S. economy shrank at a dizzying 33% annual rate in the April-June quarter — by far the worst quarterly plunge ever — when the viral outbreak shut down businesses, throwing tens of millions out of work and sending unemployment surging to 14.7%, the government said Thursday.
Trump says second stimulus checks could be 'way higher' than $1,200
President Trump suggested this week the next coronavirus relief package could include a direct cash payment for American families that's potentially higher than $1,200.
President Trump suggested this week the next coronavirus relief package could include a direct cash payment for American families that's potentially higher than $1,200.
Struggling merchants, insurers battle over pandemic coverage
Restaurants, bars and other merchants struggling to stay afloat during the coronavirus pandemic are desperately reaching out for a lifeline from insurers who say they are being miscast as potential saviors.
Restaurants, bars and other merchants struggling to stay afloat during the coronavirus pandemic are desperately reaching out for a lifeline from insurers who say they are being miscast as potential saviors.
Garland daycare struggling to stay open during continuing health crisis
Daycare providers have been a vital service to parents during this pandemic once they were allowed to open. But many providers say they can't make ends meet the way things are now.
Daycare providers have been a vital service to parents during this pandemic once they were allowed to open. But many providers say they can't make ends meet the way things are now.
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.
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.
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.
$600 weekly unemployment benefit ends, but will it be extended? Here’s what you need to know
The $600 weekly boost in jobless aid that millions of people have received since early in the pandemic is set to expire.
The $600 weekly boost in jobless aid that millions of people have received since early in the pandemic is set to expire.
Southwest Airlines avoids furloughs for now
Southwest Airlines said it will not furlough any employees when it is allowed to do so.
Southwest Airlines said it will not furlough any employees when it is allowed to do so.
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.
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.
Save Our Stages Act could give much-needed help to struggling music venues
This week, U.S. Senator John Cornyn introduced legislation set to give relief to music venues that have been shuttered since the pandemic.
This week, U.S. Senator John Cornyn introduced legislation set to give relief to music venues that have been shuttered since the pandemic.
Poll: Nearly half say job lost to coronavirus won't return
Nearly half of Americans whose families experienced a layoff during the coronavirus pandemic believe those jobs are lost forever.
Nearly half of Americans whose families experienced a layoff during the coronavirus pandemic believe those jobs are lost forever.
$600 weekly boost in unemployment benefits set to expire on Saturday for Texans
It appears Congress will not act in time to keep an extra source of money flowing to unemployed Texans.
It appears Congress will not act in time to keep an extra source of money flowing to unemployed Texans.
American, Southwest Airlines working to cut costs as they report losses due to COVID-19 pandemic
Airline demand will likely slip again this fall as states tighten up re-opening phases.
Airline demand will likely slip again this fall as states tighten up re-opening phases.
More than 17,000 Southwest Airlines workers sign up for buyouts, extended leave
Days after Southwest Airlines announced more than 17,000 employees signed up for either buyouts or extended leave, FOX 4 is learning more about which employees will be affected.
Days after Southwest Airlines announced more than 17,000 employees signed up for either buyouts or extended leave, FOX 4 is learning more about which employees will be affected.
Some North Texas businesses thriving during coronavirus pandemic
We've seen time and time again businesses struggling to survive during the pandemic. But for some owners, the past few months have been surprisingly profitable.
We've seen time and time again businesses struggling to survive during the pandemic. But for some owners, the past few months have been surprisingly profitable.
Arlington city leaders push for Congress to help cities with budget shortfalls due to pandemic
Arlington city leaders are asking Congress for funding to make up for lost revenue in the entertainment-driven city.
Arlington city leaders are asking Congress for funding to make up for lost revenue in the entertainment-driven city.
Food drive in Fort Worth provided food for hospitality workers as restaurants deal with uncertain future
It's been a roller coaster ride for restaurant owners.
It's been a roller coaster ride for restaurant owners.