Congress nears deal on almost $1 trillion COVID-19 relief package

An arcane battle over emergency Federal Reserve powers is frustrating efforts to lock down an agreement on an almost $1 trillion COVID-19 economic relief package.

Coca-Cola laying off 2,200 workers as it pares brands

The Coca-Cola Co. said Thursday it’s laying off 2,200 workers, or 17% of its global workforce, as part of a larger restructuring aimed at paring down its business units and brands.

US jobless claims rise to 885,000 amid resurgence of coronavirus

The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits rose again last week to 885,000 as a resurgence of coronavirus cases threatens the economy’s recovery.

Delay in deal on COVID-19 relief, 2nd stimulus check may force weekend sessions for Congress

Congressional negotiators are closing in on a $900 billion COVID-19 economic relief package that would deliver $300-per-week jobless checks and $600 stimulus payments to most Americans.

Puppy scams up 280% amid COVID-19 pandemic compared to 2019

According to Honest Paws, a company that creates CBD products for pets, puppy scams amid the COVID-19 pandemic were up a staggering 280% between April and September.

Congress nears agreement on 2nd stimulus check in long-delayed COVID-19 relief deal

The $908 billion bipartisan package would extend direct payments of $500-$600 to most Americans but would deny long-sought aid to state and local governments.

IRS warns of scam texts claiming to send fake stimulus check

The Internal Revenue Service is warning of a text sent out by scammers claiming to have access to a $1,200 stimulus check in exchange for personal bank information.

Another month, another sports bet record in NJ: $931M in Nov

Figures released Monday by the state Division of Gaming Enforcement show New Jersey's sports betting industry set a national record for the most money bet on sports in a month for the fourth consecutive month.

Monday marks Free Shipping Day for online holiday shoppers

Hundreds of online retailers are taking part in Free Shipping Day with guaranteed delivery by Christmas Eve.

California subpoenas Amazon over worker safety during coronavirus pandemic

California Attorney General Xavier Becerra on Monday asked a judge to order Amazon to comply with subpoenas his office issued nearly four months ago as part of an investigation into how the company is protecting workers from the coronavirus at its facilities.

'Christmas cliff' looms for millions of Americans on the verge of losing their unemployment benefits

It’s being called the “Christmas Cliff.” On Dec. 26, millions of Americans are set to lose their unemployment benefits amid the coronavirus pandemic, adding another layer of stress for those who are jobless this holiday.

Pandemic causing pay gap for women
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Dan Roccato joins Good Day Philadelphia to discuss the pay gap issues.

Live events industry lost $30B due to COVID-19 pandemic, Pollstar says

Pollstar on Friday released its year-end report, explaining that the live events industry should have hit a record-setting $12.2 billion this year, but instead it incurred $9.7 billion in losses.

Silver Lining: Prices of precious metals soar during COVID-19 pandemic

With prices for the precious metal soaring to near record highs, that old chain or single earring collecting dust in your jewelry box is worth more than ever

#GiveWithMeaning this year and donate to the American Red Cross to help disaster victims

The American Red Cross and FOX TV Stations are joining forces to raise money on behalf of those who have fallen on hard times this year with the Annual Disaster Giving Program (ADGP) and Disaster Responder Program.

Visa, Mastercard end card use on Pornhub amid allegations of illegal content

Both Visa and Mastercard say they are no longer allowing their credit cards to be used on Pornhub amid allegations of unlawful content on the pornographic site.