US House to investigate DeJoy possible campaign law violations

US House to investigate DeJoy possible campaign law violations

It’s not illegal to encourage employees to contribute to candidates, but it is illegal to reimburse them as a way of avoiding federal campaign contribution limits.

It’s not illegal to encourage employees to contribute to candidates, but it is illegal to reimburse them as a way of avoiding federal campaign contribution limits.

Jersey shore businesses hope for better Labor Day numbers to recoup from slow summer

Jersey shore businesses hope for better Labor Day numbers to recoup from slow summer

It’s been a Labor Day for the ages, because 2020 has not been easy. As the crowd soaks in the last days of the season, businesses are trying to make their last summer buck.

It’s been a Labor Day for the ages, because 2020 has not been easy. As the crowd soaks in the last days of the season, businesses are trying to make their last summer buck.

Another COVID-19 relief bill looks increasingly unlikely as Congress returns

Another COVID-19 relief bill looks increasingly unlikely as Congress returns

Hopes are dimming for another coronavirus relief bill from Washington as Congress returns to session. Talks between top Democrats and the Trump administration broke off last month and remain off track. Recent conversations among the key players have led to nothing.

Hopes are dimming for another coronavirus relief bill from Washington as Congress returns to session. Talks between top Democrats and the Trump administration broke off last month and remain off track. Recent conversations among the key players have led to nothing.

Study: 52% of young adults forced to move back in with parents amid COVID-19

Study: 52% of young adults forced to move back in with parents amid COVID-19

According to a study done by the Pew Research Center, 52% of young adults have been forced to move back in with their parents or with another person due to the economic and financial impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.

According to a study done by the Pew Research Center, 52% of young adults have been forced to move back in with their parents or with another person due to the economic and financial impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.

States consider big cuts as Congress deadlocks on more coronavirus aid

States consider big cuts as Congress deadlocks on more coronavirus aid

With the U.S. Senate returning to session next week, some states are renewing their push for aid. Without it, additional cuts are likely. Some governors also have begun proposing tax and fee increases.

With the U.S. Senate returning to session next week, some states are renewing their push for aid. Without it, additional cuts are likely. Some governors also have begun proposing tax and fee increases.

Even as hiring slows, American unemployment rate falls to 8.4%

Even as hiring slows, American unemployment rate falls to 8.4%

The U.S. unemployment rate fell sharply in August to 8.4% from 10.2% even as hiring slowed in August as employers added the fewest jobs since the pandemic began.

The U.S. unemployment rate fell sharply in August to 8.4% from 10.2% even as hiring slowed in August as employers added the fewest jobs since the pandemic began.

A new $300 federal unemployment benefit? Not likely for some

A new $300 federal unemployment benefit? Not likely for some

Due to a raft of restrictions and bureaucratic hurdles, more than 1 million unemployed Americans won't receive that $300 check.

Due to a raft of restrictions and bureaucratic hurdles, more than 1 million unemployed Americans won't receive that $300 check.

Hyundai, Kia recall over 500,000 vehicles due to leaks that can cause engine fires

Hyundai, Kia recall over 500,000 vehicles due to leaks that can cause engine fires

Korean automakers Hyundai and Kia are recalling over 591,000 vehicles in the U.S. to fix a brake fluid leak that could cause engine fires. The recalls cover more than 440,000 Kia Optima midsize sedans from 2013 through 2015 and Kia Sorento SUVs from 2014 and 2015.

Korean automakers Hyundai and Kia are recalling over 591,000 vehicles in the U.S. to fix a brake fluid leak that could cause engine fires. The recalls cover more than 440,000 Kia Optima midsize sedans from 2013 through 2015 and Kia Sorento SUVs from 2014 and 2015.

Budget deficit to hit record $3.3T, putting US debt on track to exceed GDP next year

Budget deficit to hit record $3.3T, putting US debt on track to exceed GDP next year

The federal budget deficit is projected to hit a record $3.3 trillion as huge government expenditures to fight the coronavirus and to prop up the economy have added more than $2 trillion to the federal ledger.

The federal budget deficit is projected to hit a record $3.3 trillion as huge government expenditures to fight the coronavirus and to prop up the economy have added more than $2 trillion to the federal ledger.

Target's car seat trade-in program is back this month

Target's car seat trade-in program is back this month

You'll then be given a coupon for 20% a brand new car seat, stroller or select baby gear item.

You'll then be given a coupon for 20% a brand new car seat, stroller or select baby gear item.

Joe Biden raises over $360 million in August for presidential campaign, shattering record

Joe Biden raises over $360 million in August for presidential campaign, shattering record

Former Vice President Joe Biden raised $364 million for his election effort in August, a record-shattering sum that will give the Democrat ample resources to compete in the final two months of the campaign. Biden struggled to raise money during the Democratic primary.

Former Vice President Joe Biden raised $364 million for his election effort in August, a record-shattering sum that will give the Democrat ample resources to compete in the final two months of the campaign. Biden struggled to raise money during the Democratic primary.

United plans to furlough 16,000 workers, fewer than expected

United plans to furlough 16,000 workers, fewer than expected

United Airlines said Wednesday it plans to furlough 16,370 employees in October, down from an earlier target of 36,000 after thousands of workers took early retirement, buyouts, or long-term leaves of absence with the industry facing a slow recovery from the pandemic.

United Airlines said Wednesday it plans to furlough 16,370 employees in October, down from an earlier target of 36,000 after thousands of workers took early retirement, buyouts, or long-term leaves of absence with the industry facing a slow recovery from the pandemic.

Austin first city to allow parking payment through Google Maps

Austin first city to allow parking payment through Google Maps

Austin Transportation says that it is continuing to improve the ease of access to curb space for residents and visitors to quickly access services and business, making the City of Austin the first city in which drivers have the option to pay for parking directly within Google Maps.

Austin Transportation says that it is continuing to improve the ease of access to curb space for residents and visitors to quickly access services and business, making the City of Austin the first city in which drivers have the option to pay for parking directly within Google Maps.

Reopening N.J. indoor dining brings hope to Borgata furloughed employees

Reopening N.J. indoor dining brings hope to Borgata furloughed employees

Another sign of the economic pain being caused by COVID-19 are furloughs for thousands of employees at the Borgata in Atlantic City are now permanent. But, there’s some hope as indoor dining is set to resume in New Jersey on Friday.

Another sign of the economic pain being caused by COVID-19 are furloughs for thousands of employees at the Borgata in Atlantic City are now permanent. But, there’s some hope as indoor dining is set to resume in New Jersey on Friday.