Stimulus Package Update: Plan Should 'Give As Generous Aid To Local Governments As Possible,' Economist Says

The proposed $908 billion coronavirus relief package is gaining traction in Congress. But will it be enough, and will it come in time?

• Dec 9, 2020

When Can You Get The COVID Vaccine?

The COVID-19 vaccine will be available to millions of Americans this month, but who qualifies depends on certain factors.

• Dec 9, 2020

Stimulus Package Update: Are Politicians Finally Ready To Make A Deal?

With COVID cases spiking nationwide, and the economy set to feel the effects, politicians start to get more serious about a stimulus package.

• Dec 4, 2020

Stimulus Package Update: Lawmakers Announce Bipartisan Coronavirus Relief Plan

Centrist Democrats and Republicans announced a $908 billion plan to address COVID relief that would help state and local governments, small businesses and individuals.

• Dec 2, 2020

914K Crock-Pot Multi-Cookers Recalled Because Pressurized Lids Can Detach, Posing Burn Risk

The recalled units have model number SCCPPC600-V1, which is shown on a label on the bottom of the multi-cookers, and were manufactured between July 1, 2017 and Oct. 1, 2018.

• Nov 25, 2020

How Will COVID Affect Black Friday Sales? Stores 'Significantly Scaling Back,' Says Expert

Black Friday, the biggest shopping day of the year, will look a little different in 2020, as COVID cases spike across the country.

• Nov 24, 2020

Can't Spare A Square: Toilet Paper Shortage Fears Lead To More 'Panic Buying' In Parts Of Country

With COVID-19 cases rising, shortages of toilet paper, paper towels and cleaning supplies are returning in many parts of the country as well.

• Nov 19, 2020

Stimulus Package Update: Politicians Still Can't Agree On Type Of Aid Or How Much To Spend

Democrats and Republicans agree on the need for a stimulus package, but disagree on specifics like stimulus checks and and the overall cost.

• Nov 17, 2020

Stimulus Package Update: What Will A Biden Administration Mean For More Aid?

Containing the COVID-19 pandemic and rebuilding the economy top the list for the incoming Biden administration, and a stimulus package will be a key component.

• Nov 13, 2020

Federal Trade Commission: 25 Websites Sold Fake Clorox, Lysol Products But Never Delivered Them

Still on the hunt for Lysol wipes? Beware of buying them online, where the Federal Trade Commission says at least 25 websites have been selling the products without actually delivering them.

• Nov 9, 2020

What Do Election Results Mean For A Second Stimulus Package?

Today's stock market gains come despite all the election uncertainty, but may suggest optimism for a second stimulus package down the line.

• Nov 4, 2020

Pete Buttigieg: Americans Will See 'Definition Of A Good Economy' If Joe Biden Wins 2020 Election

Whoever wins the presidency will face dual challenges of reining in the pandemic and rebuilding the economy.

• Nov 2, 2020

'Stimulus Package Would've Had To Be Passed In July, August' To Impact Election, Pundit Says

As Americans head to the polls, the economy has not received a much-needed second round of stimulus, nor is it likely to in the coming months.

• Oct 30, 2020

Stimulus Package Update: Why Testing Language Is Holding Up Checks

Negotiations on a second stimulus package are stalled, and language on testing and tracing is at least partly to blame.

• Oct 27, 2020

'Stimulus Checks Are The Least Important,' When Drafting Aid Package, Says Economist

A second stimulus package is unlikely by election day, but removing stimulus checks entirely would save money and could help the parties make a deal.

• Oct 26, 2020

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