Record 16.8 million have sought US jobless aid since virus

More than 1 in 10 American workers have lost jobs amid the coronavirus, underscoring the growing damage the crisis is taking on the world’s economy.

Meet the woman behind the innovative 'Wake Up and Fight' mask

A Los Angeles woman who has made a living by creating aprons and other kitchen attire is now making masks for workers on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic. 

US casino workers: Pay us through the shutdown

Casino workers across the country are calling on the gambling industry to pay its laid-off workers their full salary and benefits for the duration of coronavirus shutdowns.

NJ unemployment claims jump up 32 percent

New Jersey's jobless claims jumped 32% last week to 206,000, breaking a record set the week before, the state Labor Department said Thursday.

Economists say jobless rates in NYC may be reaching historic levels

The Jobs Report set to be released on Thursday is predicted to show even more Americans out of work. But how bad will the coronavirus unemployment crisis get and how long will it last?

How bad is the coronavirus unemployment crisis going to get?
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The Jobs Report set to be released on Thursday is predicted to show even more Americans out of work. But how bad will the coronavirus unemployment crisis get and how long will it last?

Congress in standoff on virus aid but first checks coming

Congress is rushing headlong into a conflict over the next coronavirus aid package as the White House wants to pump $250 billion into a small business fund but opposes Democrats' proposal to tack on billions for protective gear, food stamps and support to state and local governments.

Coronavirus? devastating effect on restaurants
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The coronavirus pandemic has had a devastating effect on many industries, but perhaps few as badly as restaurants, many of which have been forced to close due to the virus and a lack of business.

Florida vegetables an unexpected victim of coronavirus

Thousands of acres of fruits and vegetables grown in Florida are being plowed over or left to rot because farmers can’t sell to restaurants, theme parks or schools nationwide that have closed because of the coronavirus.

Trump seeks $250 billion more from Congress for payrolls

President Donald Trump's sudden request Tuesday to pump $250 billion more into a just-launched payroll program for small businesses may hit roadblocks.

Stocks give up gains on oil's sharp reversal

The S&P 500, which was close to exiting its bear market, ended the session modestly lower. 

Service industries may be changed forever after virus

The pandemic is almost sure to leave a mark on the way people work, shop and socialize, perhaps permanently shifting the way many service industries operate. Consumers will think harder about the health implications of squeezing into crowded restaurants and movie theaters. More businesses will accept the effectiveness of employees who work from home, and the move to online shopping will accelerate.

CARES Act: Homeowners can delay mortgage payments, but will be required to pay lump sum

Trying to save the roof over your head. That's on the minds of millions right now. The COVID-19 crisis has forced people out of work and forced them to make tough choices. FOX 10's Linda Williams has the details.

Stocks rally worldwide, pushing indexes higher

Stocks closed broadly higher on Wall Street Monday, propelling major indexes up more than 7%, as traders cheered glimmers of hope that the deadliness of the coronavirus outbreak could be slowing in some of the hardest-hit areas.

Dow pops over 1,600 points on coronavirus slowdown, new stimulus hopes

The number of new cases over the weekend in New York City, the U.S.’s epicenter for the virus, rose by 30.4 percent versus last week, down from a 46.1 percent jump the week prior.