Store workers become enforcers of social distancing rules

Store workers across the country are suddenly being asked to enforce the rules that govern shopping during the coronavirus pandemic.

Uncertain future for airlines and air travel as pandemic hammers industry

By mid-April, the Official Aviation Guide reported a nearly 60% decline in the number of daily flights in this country, many operating at less than 15% capacity and likely only still flying at all in order to qualify for some of the $50 billion allocated by the federal government to bail out the industry.

Stafford loans are the most popular low-interest federal loans — here’s why

Stafford Loans offer low interest rates, low origination fees, and other borrower benefits. Learn why they're the most popular type of federal student aid.

Nearly 3.2 million more workers seek jobless aid

Roughly 33.5 million people have now filed for jobless aid in the seven weeks since the coronavirus began forcing millions of companies to close their doors and slash their workforces.

When is the best time to apply for a credit card?

What’s the “sweet spot” for applying for a credit card? Your own personal financial needs and opportunity play key roles.

Neiman Marcus files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection

Neiman Marcus has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, sounding an ominous note for department stores during the coronavirus pandemic.

LA City Council votes to identify hotels refusing to house homeless, suggests “commandeering” them 

The Los Angeles city council voted on Wednesday to identify any hotels refusing to house the homeless as part of Project Roomkey, to investigate if any of those hotels have gotten tax breaks from the city in the past, and suggested these hotels may need to be “commandeered”.

Small businesses still waiting for bailout money
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For many businesses in New York, the waiting game continues as they try to get the money they need to stay alive during the coronavirus lockdown.

Dow, S&P fall as US-China tensions rise over coronavirus crisis

U.S. equity markets ended the session mixed as investors took in record job losses amid speculation tensions are rising between the U.S. and China over Beijing's handling of the coronavirus crisis.

What is Medicaid, and how do you get it?

Newly unemployed and uninsured Americans may now qualify for Medicaid.

Majority of US workers want to stay remote: Survey

Over 40 percent of respondents said that going forward, they want to work remotely more often.

8 of the best private student loans in 2020

Need financial aid? These are some of the best private student loan vendors out there.

April jobs data to show epic losses and soaring unemployment

The economic catastrophe caused by the viral outbreak likely sent the U.S. unemployment rate in April to its highest level since the Great Depression and caused a record-shattering loss of jobs.