Aluminum can shortage as a result of COVID-19 pandemic
There's an unexpected shortage in aluminum cans as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Census survey: Younger people, low-income households facing food, financial struggles amid pandemic
The data comes from a U.S. Census Household Pulse Survey that was released on June 17.
US mortgage rates fall; 30-year at all-time low of 3.13%
Long-term U.S. mortgage rates fell this week as the benchmark 30-year home loan reached a new all-time low.
1.5 million more laid-off workers seek unemployment benefits
The latest figure from the Labor Department marks the 11th straight weekly decline in applications since they peaked at nearly 7 million in March.
Report: Next stimulus package could include $4,000 vacation credit, second check
The president brought up the “Explore America” Tax Credit during a White House roundtable last month.
Texas continues to reopen as COVID-19 cases hit record, governor urges safety procedures
As COVID-19 cases increase in Texas, where reopening is in full swing, TABC is looking to crack down on violations where people are socializing.
COVID-19 Liability Waivers: Are you signing away your rights?
Heather Sullivan shares some smart sense about the COVID-19, liability waivers that many organizations and businesses are asking participants and employees to sign.
Fed Chairman Jerome Powell warns that long downturn would mean severe damage
“The longer the downturn lasts, the greater the potential for longer-term damage from permanent job loss and business closures,” Powell said. “Long periods of unemployment can erode workers’ skills and hurt their job prospects.”
Bar owner says bartenders opted for unemployment pay over work
Despite high unemployment numbers across the country, business owners in Houston say they are having a hard time filling open job positions because unemployment pays them more.
Extra $600 in unemployment benefits ends next month, what happens then?
Lawmakers are at odds over additional aid for the tens of millions of Americans who are still unemployed.
Report shows half of Houston apartments offering discounts
If you're looking to move, now is the time. Don't be afraid to try to negotiate your rent, particularly if you can sign a longer lease. It doesn't hurt to ask.
Fear turns to greed on Wall Street as Fed details bond buys
The Dow Jones Industrial Average was down 629 points, or 2.5%, at 24,975, as of 9:48 a.m. Eastern time, and the Nasdaq composite was down 1.5%. The losses were widespread, with 98% of the stocks in the S&P 500 lower
Academy delays 2021 Oscars ceremony because of coronavirus
For the fourth time in its history, the Oscars are being postponed. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences and the ABC Television Network said Monday that the 93rd Academy Awards will now be held April 25, 2021, eight weeks later than originally planned because of the pandemic’s effects on the movie industry.
24 Hour Fitness files for bankruptcy as it closes more than 130 US gyms
The California-based company is the latest casualty of the outbreak, announcing the Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing on June 15.
Legal help on how to fight illegal evictions
We've been hearing harrowing stories from people being locked out of their homes, or their power turned off, after losing their jobs during the shutdown. But that's not legal and state law says may let you collect money in damages from your landlord.
A second coronavirus payment may be coming. Here's your share
Earlier this week, Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin suggested the Trump administration was considering sending Americans another round of stimulus checks to offset the financial pain caused by the coronavirus pandemic and the related economic lockdown.
New Houston task force aims to prevent evictions
Renters who can't pay the rent are stressed as they face possible eviction, homelessness, and being left vulnerable to catching COVID-19, but the Houston Stability Task Force hopes to alleviate the stress and prevent evictions.
Dow sinks 1,800 as virus cases rise, deflating optimism
Stocks are falling sharply on Wall Street Thursday as coronavirus cases increase again, deflating recent optimism that the economy could recover quickly as lockdowns ease.
Coachella, Stagecoach festivals canceled for 2020 due to coronavirus concerns
Riverside County officials have announced that Coachella and Stagecoach have been canceled for 2020. This comes after the two music festivals were earlier postponed until October as the global coronavirus outbreak spread into major cities across the U.S.
US employers laid off 7.7 million workers in April
U.S. employers laid off 7.7 million workers in April _ a sign of just how deep the economic hole is after the closure of thousands of offices, restaurants, stores and schools during the pandemic.