Toymakers rush to stock shelves before holidays amid supply chain delays
Toy companies are racing to get their toys onto store shelves ahead of the holidays as they face a severe supply-network crunch.
US unemployment claims tick up from near a pandemic low
U.S. unemployment claims rose last week for a second straight week to 351,000.
Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra hosts first full-capacity show since start of the pandemic
The Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra is back at Bass Hall in Downtown Fort Worth for the first time since the start of the pandemic. It was also the first full capacity show at the venue.
COVID-19 surge: Rising cases hurting airline ticket sales
The leading U.S. airlines say that the rise in COVID-19 cases is hurting ticket sales and pushing back the recovery of the travel industry.
Experts forecasting economic recovery, strong job growth in Texas
The Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas' employment forecast predicts strong growth in Texas with all the jobs lost during the pandemic back by the spring of next year.
Pandemic unemployment benefits end for 7M Americans on Labor Day
The expiration of jobless benefits could fuel a sharp spending pullback.
Two COVID-19 safety nets ending Labor Day, affecting millions
Labor Day represents a perilous crossroads for millions of Americans: Two primary anchors of the government's COVID-19 protection package are ending or have recently ended.
‘No question’ delta variant is why August job growth wasn’t stronger, Biden says
America’s employers added just 235,000 jobs in August, a modest gain after two months of robust hiring at a time when the delta variant’s spread has discouraged some people from flying, shopping and eating out.
COVID-19 relief funds still available for Texans’ energy bills
The money, available through the Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program (CEAP), covers current and past bills and is paid directly to your provider.
Denton diner with viral mask-wearing sign to close after two years
Owners of a Denton diner about to close said the number of COVID-19 cases in the area is overwhelming and they've also struggled to hire people, a problem that's plagued restaurants across the country.
Deadline approaching to opt out of advanced child tax credit payments
More and more parents who are receiving advance payments of their child tax credit are opting out. The deadline to stop the upcoming payment rounds is Aug 30. If you opt-out, you're not turning down the credit. You are simply putting off when you get it.
CDC's eviction moratorium to continue, US appeals court rules
A federal appeals court on Friday allowed the COVID-19-related pause on evictions imposed by the CDC to remain in place, setting up a likely battle before the nation’s highest court.
Small businesses struggling with lack of qualified workers, supplies during pandemic
COVID-19 has created two major issues for small business owners. One reason is the disruptions to the supply chain. But the biggest reason is they can't find qualified workers.
Student loan pause extended until Jan. 31, 2022
The education department announced on Friday an extension of the student loan payment pause until Jan. 31, 2022.
US unemployment claims drop by 14,000 to 385,000
The number of Americans seeking unemployment benefits fell last week to 385,000. The applications have mostly fallen steadily since early January.
CDC orders new 60-day eviction moratorium amid COVID-19 surge
The director of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention approved a renewed, 60-day eviction moratorium that would protect areas where 90% of the U.S. population lives on Tuesday.
Bill would send US adults 'guaranteed income' of up to $1,200 per month
A bill proposed by Rep. Ilhan Omar, D-Minn., would send monthly payments of up to $1,200 to adults and $600 to kids following years-long pilot programs.
White House says CDC can’t stop evictions ban, calls on states to act
The eviction moratorium expired at midnight Saturday. The White House said the CDC was “unable to find the legal authority” to extend it and called on states to act.
Businesses starting stricter mask policies as North Texas hospitals implement vaccine mandate
Some vaccination and mask mandates are now being issued for employees across the country, and right here in North Texas.
Restaurant, hospitality workers quit at record rates amid COVID-19 pandemic
According to data released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, workers have been leaving their jobs at restaurants and hotels at the highest rate in decades.