Election 2020: New Jersey Votes To Legalize Recreational Marijuana

Voters in the Garden State decided Tuesday to legalize recreational marijuana for adults 21 and older through an amendment to the state constitution.

• Nov 3, 2020

With 2020 Being A Stressful Drag So Far, It's Not Too Early To Start Putting Up Christmas Decorations

Many people are holding out hope that Christmas will bring happier times. So much so, they are getting into the decorating spirit earlier than ever.

• Nov 2, 2020

Connecticut Reimposes Some COVID Restrictions As Cases Rise

Gov. Ned Lamont, a Democrat, said the latest rules will take effect at 12:01 a.m. Friday, with neighboring Massachusetts likely taking similar steps.

• Nov 2, 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

Paterson Issues Curfew For Bars, Restaurants And Stores As Coronavirus Cases Climb

Paterson's daily average of new cases has doubled in the last week to about 40. 

• Oct 29, 2020

New York City Launches 'Open Storefronts' Program, Allowing Businesses To Use Sidewalks, Curb Space

Businesses will be able to use sidewalks in front of their storefronts or, in some cases, the curb lane of the street.

• Oct 28, 2020

Local Retailers Worried About Holiday Season As Many Americans Shop Online

For many Americans, the holiday shopping season is well underway, but the shift to the web and the pandemic are having a big impact on local retailers.

• Oct 27, 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

Newark Set To Begin Second Wave Of Coronavirus Restrictions On Non-Essential Businesses

Restrictions on non-essential businesses and recreational facilities go into effect at 8 p.m.

• 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

Report: Manhattan Rent Drops Below $3,000 For 1st Time Since 2011

StreetEasy says renters are no longer willing to pay the so-called "commute premium" of living in Manhattan, because so many people are working from home. 

• Oct 23, 2020

Stimulus Package Update: While Politicians Negotiate, Economic Damage Continues

With negotiations on a second round of stimulus ongoing, the chance of a package that can pass both the House and Senate seems remote.

• Oct 23, 2020

Coronavirus Progress: Owners Of 122-Year-Old Movie Theater On Long Island Excited To Finally Be Allowed To Reopen

Movie theaters in most of New York state can finally reopen Friday, with restrictions.

• Oct 22, 2020

Coronavirus Impact: Some Colleges Acknowledge Financial Challenges, Say They're Lowering Tuition Costs For 2021

The college experience has changed due to the coronavirus pandemic, leaving some families to question the value of a higher education.

• Oct 21, 2020

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