US unemployment claims fall to 364,000, a new pandemic low
U.S. unemployment claims dropped by 51,000 last week to 364,000, the lowest level since the pandemic began in 2020.
Puerto Rico to receive nearly $4B in US pandemic relief funds
Strict conditions had prevented the U.S. territory from receiving certain federal funds in a timely manner under the Trump administration, but these have been easing under President Biden.
Nationwide eviction moratorium extended by CDC for 30 days
Dr. Rochelle Walensky, director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, extended the evictions moratorium until July 31. It had been scheduled to end June 30.
House Dems call on JPMorgan Chase to refund pandemic-era overdraft fees
House Democrats from New York urged JPMorgan Chase in a letter to refund overdraft fees collected during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Child Tax Credit 2021: Here's who will receive monthly payments
Starting July 15, monthly child tax credit payments will begin going out to millions of American families. Here’s what you need to know.
Restaurant owner turns to robot server amid worker shortage
After struggling with staffing issues due to the coronavirus pandemic, Carlos Gazitua invested in robots to help take customers’ orders and even deliver food to tables.
US unemployment claims tick up to 412,000 from pandemic low
The Labor Department said jobless claims in the U.S. rose 37,000 from the week before to 412,000, an increase for the first time since April.
Lightfoot proposal would ban alcohol sales at Chicago stores after midnight
Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot says selling alcohol at stores late at night is a public safety issue.
US weekly unemployment claims fall to 376,000, sixth straight drop
The number of Americans claiming unemployment benefits fell for the sixth straight week as the U.S. economy reopens rapidly from pandemic woes.
Expect higher menu prices as Illinois reopens: analysts
The Illinois Restaurant Association says to expect the largest menu price jump since 2008.
Could we see a fourth stimulus check? Where payments stand
So far, over 2 million people have signed an online Change.org petition calling for recurring $2,000 per month payments.
May jobs report: US adds modest 559,000 jobs amid hiring struggles
U.S. employers in May added 559,000 jobs, which was better than April but still a sign that many companies are struggling to find enough workers.
US unemployment claims drop to 385,000, another pandemic low
Unemployment benefit applications in the U.S. have dropped to 385,000, down 20,000 from the week before.
Supply chain issues, unusual stock market activity as US prepares to reopen
Supply chain issues, sky rocketing demand and more unusual activity on the stock market: all symptoms of the economy as the country prepares to reopen.
CTA to reduce the price of 3 unlimited-ride passes starting Friday
Prices will be reduced on three of the CTA's existing limited-ride passes as a part of the city's "Open Chicago" initiative.
US unemployment claims fall to 406,000, a new pandemic low
The number of Americans filing for unemployment benefits dropped last week to 406,000, a new pandemic low and evidence that the job market is strengthening.
Diapers, toilet paper, other consumer goods to cost more starting in June
The prices of many everyday items will start to rise beginning next month as the country’s economy eases its way out of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Lightfoot unveils broad relief package for Chicago businesses, consumers
Mayor Lori Lightfoot unveiled a package of ordinances on Wednesday designed to jumpstart recovery for Chicago businesses, workers and consumers in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic.
Lightfoot announces $80 million in rental assistance
Mayor Lori Lightfoot and the Chicago Department of Housing are announcing a new program for families struggling to pay rent.
Robust revenue allows Illinois to repay federal pandemic-relief loan early
Illinois Democratic leaders announced Thursday that they have agreed to repay federal pandemic-relief loans more than a year earlier than scheduled, saving taxpayers $100 million in interest.