US lost 140,000 jobs in December; first monthly loss since spring
U.S. employers shed jobs last month for the first time since April, cutting 140,000 positions, clear evidence that the economy is faltering as the viral pandemic tightens its grip on consumers and businesses.
Online glitches, new distribution methods could be why you haven't received your second stimulus check
While the IRS and Treasury have distributed the bulk of the anticipated $164 million in second-round of relief payments for Americans faster than the first time, millions have not gotten payments yet or found hiccups in the distribution.
Minnesota H&R Block customers could see delays in stimulus check deliveries
Like millions of Americans, Rose Lucia of Inver Grove Heights has been waiting patiently for her second stimulus payment, so she was shocked when the IRS’ Get My Payment portal showed her economic impact payment went to a bank account she didn’t recognize.
St. Louis Park woman says stimulus check was put in wrong account
Dream Benson of St. Louis Park doesn't know if it was a mistake by the IRS or some sort of fraud. All she knows is her second stimulus payment hasn't shown up in her bank account, and she needs that money to make ends meet.
Twin Cities chefs sell calendar cookbook as fundraiser for laid-off hospitality workers
With restaurants closed and staff laid off, this past year has been a difficult one for the hospitality industry. However, a group of chefs are stepping up to help their colleagues.
Liquor stores are busy, restaurants get creative on New Year's Eve in Minnesota
With an executive order from Governor Tim Walz forcing Minnesota bars and restaurants to stay closed for indoor service during New Year’s Eve, liquor stores are busy with customers and businesses are getting creative on what’s usually a big night for the bar business.
Court orders Winnebago, Minn. event center to cancel 'New Years Eve Bash'
An events center in southern Minnesota has been ordered by a court not to go forward with its plans for a New Year's Eve party, after a lawsuit brought by Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison.
Unemployment benefit claims unexpectedly fall as coronavirus lockdowns widen
The number of Americans filing for first-time unemployment benefits fell last week amid a rise in COVID-19 infections and new restrictions aimed at slowing the spread of the disease.
GOP lawmakers call on Governor Walz for timeline on reopening restaurants in Minnesota
Two Republican Minnesota state senators are calling on Governor Walz to layout a plan to reopen businesses in Minnesota, as a COVID-19 pause remains in effect.
State warns homeowners to apply for relief now as foreclosure deadline looms
The state of Minnesota warned homeowners who have federally backed mortgages to apply for relief now to avoid foreclosure.
What does the new COVID relief bill mean for unemployed Minnesotans?
The coronavirus relief package the president signed Sunday comes with an 11 week extension of unemployment benefits, as well as an additional $300 a week boost to state payments.
Booster club seeks return of U of M men’s tennis with help from creative funding solution
This past fall, the University of Minnesota Board of Regents voted 7-5 to discontinue Gopher men’s tennis, men’s gymnastics, and men’s indoor track and field after the 2020-2021 season, citing financial concerns due to the pandemic.
McConnell blocks immediate Democratic push for $2,000 stimulus checks
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell on Tuesday blocked Democrats' push to immediately bring President Donald Trump's demand for bigger $2,000 COVID-19 relief checks up for a vote.
House OKs $2,000 checks after Trump signs bill containing $600 payments
Democrats led passage, 275-134, their majority favoring additional assistance. They had settled for smaller $600 payments in a compromise with Republicans over the big year-end relief bill Trump reluctantly signed into law.
President Trump signs COVID relief, spending bill averting shutdown. So what happens now?
Once the President saw the opportunity for the $2,000 with the House planning a bill, he agreed to sign the plan.
McConnell praises Trump for signing COVID-19, government funding bills
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell praised President Trump late Sunday for signing a $900 billion pandemic package and a $1.4 trillion government funding bill to avert a government shutdown.
Some won't receive 2nd stimulus check if relief bill is signed – here is the reason why
College students, older dependents are among individuals who won't receive second stimulus check.
Advocates say more people experiencing homelessness are living in outdoor camps
The metro has experienced some of its coldest temperatures this past week, but even with the below-freezing temperatures, community advocates tell FOX 9 they are witnessing an unprecedented number of people experiencing homelessness choosing to stay outside during the cold.
'It does break my heart a little bit': A bleak Christmas for America's unemployed
Millions of Americans have been jobless since the viral pandemic ripped through the U.S. economy in March, triggering a deep recession and causing widespread unemployment.
Millions of Americans receiving unemployment aid could face surprise tax bill
Unemployment benefits, including the extra money distributed through federal aid programs, count as taxable income.