Economist discusses unemployment and reopening Texas
Some Texas businesses were able to reopen over the weekend. Some say it's a step in the right direction for businesses trying to recover. Good Day talks to Dallas Federal Reserve Bank Senior Economist Dr. Pia Orrenius about the numbers.
Some North Texans venture out on first weekend of partial reopening of Texas businesses
It’s patio season in Dallas, and people can finally be on them after phase one of four in Texas’ reopening started Friday.
Line stretches out the door at Washington barbershop operating outside of stay-at-home order
A barbershop in Washington state is operating outside the “stay-at-home” order and the owner says he’s doing so because of the sheriff.
As businesses start to partially reopen, North Texans wrestling with decision to go out or stay in
Business is somewhat back this weekend, after phase one of four in Texas’ reopening started Friday.
Billionaires got $283B richer during coronavirus: Study
U.S. billionaire wealth collectively increased by $238 billion, a 10 percent gain, from March 18 to April 10 when more than 22 million Americans lost their jobs, according to a study by the Institute for Policy Studies, a progressive think-tank.
Kroger placing purchase limits on ground beef, pork at 'select stores'
Kroger confirmed on Friday that the supermarket chain will be putting “purchase limits” on fresh pork products and ground beef at “select stores.”
Fort Worth drive-in theater seeing renewed interest as Texas businesses reopen
Most movie theater chains have decided not to open, but some smaller places are.
Irving-based ExxonMobil reports $610 million loss as Texas oil prices plummet
Irving-based ExxonMobil lost a staggering $610 million in the first quarter of the year. It’s the first time the company has lost money since 1999.
North Texas restaurants open their dining rooms to customers for the first time in six weeks
Some restaurants began dishing out meals in North Texas on Friday as parts of the Texas economy were allowed to reopen after being closed for more than a month due to coronavirus.
Several local malls reopen Friday, Galleria Dallas opens Monday
Texas malls are among the places that can open again starting Friday. But there will be new rules for shoppers.
Front-line work during pandemic falls on women, minorities
While America contemplates getting back to business, the pandemic has taken its toll on workers who never stayed home.
Mayor Betsy Price: 'Ya’ll get ready' to reopen businesses safely in Fort Worth
The city of Fort Worth is launching its “Ya’ll Get Ready” campaign – offering businesses guidelines for reopening.
Bike shops experiencing surge in sales due to coronavirus pandemic
While many segments of the economy are struggling during the coronavirus pandemic, others are seeing a boom.
American Airlines posts $2.2 billion loss during COVID-19 pandemic
American Airlines reported a staggering loss of $2.24 billion for the first quarter, when the coronavirus pandemic triggered a sharp drop in air travel. The Fort Worth-based carrier is looking at significant downsizing.
Moviegoers out of luck as nearly all North Texas theaters will remain closed on May 1
Gov. Greg Abbott included theaters in the first wave of businesses that could begin operating at a reduced capacity on May 1, but theater operators still believe it’s too soon to allow people inside.
Tyson doubling bonuses, increases healthcare benefits for frontline workers
The 'Thank You Bonuses' total $120 million for the company's 116,000 U.S. frontline workers and truckers, up from the $60 million announced in early April.
Non-essential businesses workers struggle to find child care as Texas reopens
Child care has been available for essential workers in Texas, but it is scarce.
City of Fort Worth sets aside $15 million to help renters, homeowners
The city of Fort Worth is moving forward with financial help for renters and homeowners in need.
North Texas malls to re-open with varied safety rules for customers
Malls across North Texas are working to re-open as safely as possible and help businesses and customers follow the rules set by Gov. Greg Abbott.
Starbucks to reopen 90% of US stores by June in ‘carefully planned stages,’ according to report
U.S. stores will be open for to-go and delivery service, with cafe seating remaining closed to customers.