Business group finds word-of-mouth offers path to success during pandemic slowdown
Business Networking International is making sure all of its business members are getting exposure.
Houston woman says CDC moratorium didn't stop notice to vacate
A Houston renter says the CDC's affidavit didn't stop her landlord from issuing a notice to vacate. So what do you do then? Sullivan's Smart Sense shares some options.
Even as hiring slows, American unemployment rate falls to 8.4%
The U.S. unemployment rate fell sharply in August to 8.4% from 10.2% even as hiring slowed in August as employers added the fewest jobs since the pandemic began.
Trump says Americans can expect another round of coronavirus stimulus payments
Speaking at the White House during an interview, President Donald Trump said Tuesday that Americans can look forward to another round of stimulus checks before the end of the year.
Unemployment claims fall to 881,000 but layoffs remain elevated
The number of laid-off Americans applying for unemployment benefits fell to roughly 880,000 last week.
CDC directs halt to renter evictions to prevent virus spread
Renters covered through the executive order must meet four criteria, including a household income of $198,000 or less for couples filing jointly, or $99,000 for single filers.
Texas brewery calls for Abbott to change criteria for breweries, taprooms
Infamous Brewing Company says they would like to see Abbott independently categorize breweries, taprooms, wineries, distilleries, bars and restaurants and stop using food as criteria.
More money, deadline extended for rental assistance
Harris County Commissioners increased rental assistance from $25 million to $40 million. Add that to the rental assistance from the City of Houston and donors of $20 million, and that brings the combined pot to $60 million.
Trump's payroll tax deferral is about to take effect — what it will mean for you
Companies can stop withholding employees' payroll taxes beginning Sept. 1.
In college towns, smaller businesses struggle without students
Small business owners in college towns across the U.S. are hoping for the best when students return — and bracing for the worst.
American Airlines plans 19,000 furloughs, layoffs when federal aid expires in October
The airline began 2020 with about 140,000 employees but expects fewer than 100,000 to remain in October.
Costa Rica will begin allowing American tourists from 6 states to visit
Starting Sept. 1, Costa Rica said it will allow residents from six U.S. states to visit.
Delta Air Lines to furlough 1,941 pilots in October, according to internal memo
Delta Air Lines is set to furlough 1,941 pilots in October, the carrier said in a memo seen by Reuters on Monday that noted the fallout from the COVID-19 pandemic and plunging air travel demand.
COVID-19 forces dozens of area bars to close for good
For years, Daddy O's was the place to be in Pasadena. The bar, which featured live acts and dancing, was Bernard Lozano's father's dream.
Heavy buyer demand and low rates send US home sales surging amid COVID-19 pandemic
Spurred by ultra-low mortgage rates, home buyers rushed last month to snap up a limited supply of existing houses, causing the pace of purchases to jump by a record-high 24.7%.
Millions of jobs lost to coronavirus pandemic could take years to return
The damage inflicted to the jobs market is expected to persist for years, IRS projections show.
Could Americans still receive a second stimulus check? Everything we know
With White House officials and top Democrats at a weeks-long impasse over another coronavirus relief package, Senate Republicans are preparing to unveil their own new proposal — a pared-down version of a previous bill that notably does not include a fresh round of stimulus checks.
Nearly 40% of Americans who lost their jobs during pandemic can't last a month on savings
One in five respondents said their savings would last just two weeks.
Boston's 'Cheers' bar to permanently close due to coronavirus
The iconic "Cheers" bar at Boston’s Faneuil Hall will close on Aug. 30 after nearly 20 years in business.
TWC applies for funding to provide extra $300 per week in unemployment benefits
The Texas Workforce Commission has applied for funding that would provide an additional $300 per week for qualifying Texans receiving unemployment benefits.