Tech stocks slide dragging S&P, Dow down for week
Stocks end a choppy week lower.
Tax hikes contemplated to plug coronavirus-caused budget shortfalls
A number of states are looking at raising taxes as revenue collections plummet.
Coronavirus masks are required inside these stores across the US
Here’s a list of U.S. retailers that have implemented new mask policies in light of the rising number of coronavirus cases.
McDonald's to require coronavirus face masks in all US restaurants
The fast-food giant is the latest company to implement a face-covering requirement, which comes amid a surge in fresh cases of the novel coronavirus across the South and West parts of the country.
Because of coronavirus, more seniors want in-home care: But where are the caregivers?
More seniors are interested in staying in their home and avoiding public facilities, which has driven the demand for in-home caregivers.
New Seattle law could prevent small restaurant owners from losing their homes during coronavirus
A new law in Seattle aims to help prevent restaurant owners from losing their homes if they're forced to default on a commercial lease.
Mounting virus cases spark concern in Florida nursing homes
The coronavirus transformed Florida’s nursing homes into closely guarded fortresses beginning in March, with the state banning family visits, isolating infected residents in separate wings and now requiring staff be tested every two weeks. But the explosion of cases statewide is proving that is not enough.
College housing refund plans irk college students
Students across the country are facing uncertainty about whether they’ll get housing refunds if they’re displaced from campus by the pandemic.
Fauci says he's avoiding planes, restaurants during coronavirus pandemic
Dr. Anthony Fauci has become the government’s most visible face in the battle against the coronavirus, and polls show him as its most trusted authority as well.
Will I lose my Social Security benefits if I go back to work?
Many people's retirement savings took a hit back in March when the stock market tanked, and while it has largely recovered, we don't know what the rest of the year has in store.
Apartment evictions are mounting in Houston, and could get worse
Houston is expected to suffer many more evictions than most major cities. That is because unlike in New York, San Francisco and even other cities in Texas, Houston has stopped providing protections at the local level, after a statewide eviction moratorium expired in May.
US new home sales jump 13.8% in June
The two months of sales gains followed two months of sharp declines in sales in March and April as much of the country went into lockdown.
US coronavirus deaths top 1,100 for a third day in a row
The United States on Thursday recorded more than 1,100 deaths from COVID-19, marking the third straight day the nation passed that grim milestone as the pandemic escalates in southern and western U.S. states.
Schlumberger cuts 21,000 jobs amid historic oil downturn
Schlumberger recorded $3.7 billion in impairment charges in the second quarter, including about $1 billion in severance charges.
Optimism fades jobs lost to virus will return, poll finds
Nearly half of Americans whose families experienced a layoff during the coronavirus pandemic now believe those jobs are lost forever, a new poll shows, as temporary cutbacks give way to shuttered businesses, bankruptcies and lasting payroll cuts.
Brooks Brothers starts takeover race with 'stalking-horse' agreement
Sparc's offer will be subject to higher and better bids due by Aug. 5 and has been designated as the "stalking horse," setting a minimum for others to beat.
American Express profit plunges 85% as coronavirus zaps spending
American Express, which earned $257 million in the second quarter, said cardholder spending hit bottom in April before improving in May and June.
Businesses hit hard by pandemic drive US jobs recovery
Employment gains in some pockets of the economy mean job seekers are finding new opportunities, which in turn could result in more people searching for work.
Stock futures fall on increased US-China tensions
Dow members Verizon and American Express will report earnings
Universal Orlando updates coronavirus dining and mask policy
Universal Orlando updated its COVID-19 response webpage sometime this week to clarify its dining policy along with other face cover guidelines it has implemented at its theme parks and resort.



















