Texas Workforce Commission launches fraud reporting tool
TWC says it has received about 200,000 fraudulent claims worth about $10 billion worth from criminals during the pandemic.
US achieves another pandemic low with 444,000 new unemployment claims
The number of Americans seeking unemployment aid fell last week to 444,000, a new pandemic low and a sign that the job market keeps strengthening as consumers spend freely again, viral infections drop and business restrictions ease.
More people starting to feel comfortable with air travel as more vaccinations are happening
The TSA said this past Sunday was its busiest day in the past year, and Memorial Day weekend will likely be even busier.
Tarrant County sets up site to financially help struggling renters
If you’re a renter in Tarrant County and struggling financially, the county is looking for you and touting a new centralized website at getrenthelp.com.
Gov. Abbott ends extra $300 in federal unemployment payments for Texans
Abbott’s decision means unemployed Texans will no longer get the $300 weekly unemployment supplement from the Federal Pandemic Unemployment Compensation program starting June 26.
Texas Association of Business urges Abbott to reject extended unemployment benefits
The groups blame the extended unemployment benefits for a labor shortage at Texas businesses like retail stores and restaurants.
North Texans in need can use program to help pay for internet and computers
The Emergency Broadband Benefit Program is giving money to families who need a little help.
Biden touts economic recovery plan as Treasury Dept. starts paying out $350B in state and local aid
President Biden on Monday announced steps to make it easier for employers to hire new workers and touted the country’s economic recovery plan following a disappointing April jobs report.
Texas leads the nation in this year's pandemic employment recovery
The Texas economy is coming back but there are still lingering trouble spots.
North Texas restaurants seeing employee shortage as they start getting back to normal
For restaurants that have made it through the pandemic, Mother’s Day is one of the busiest days of the year, but some are now seeing a shortage of employees.
Chamber of Commerce calls for end to enhanced jobless aid
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce is calling for Washington to immediately stop paying out-of-work Americans an extra $300 a week in unemployment benefits, saying the boost in government aid is giving some recipients less incentive to look for work.
Biden says economic recovery a marathon, not a sprint amid weak jobs report
U.S. employers added just 266,000 jobs last month, sharply lower than in March and a sign that some businesses are struggling to find enough workers.
West Main Arts Festival in Arlington marks return of in-person art festivals
Safety protocols will be in place as music acts and art vendors return for the largest outdoor event of its type to resume since the pandemic began.
DeSantis to unemployed: Start looking for a job
Floridians receiving unemployment benefits will soon have to provide proof that they’re looking for a job, according to statements made by Gov. Ron DeSantis.
Federal judge throws out national eviction moratorium, DOJ appeals
The Department of Justice is fighting to keep a national eviction moratorium in place after a federal judge invalidated the measure that aids financially strapped tenants during the COVID-19 pandemic.
North Texas employers faced with a shortage of workers this summer
Faced with a shortage of workers, many North Texas employers are working to get the word out that they are hiring.
North Texas restaurant owners can start applying for Restaurant Revitalization Fund Monday
A new resource is now available for restaurants trying to recover financially from the COVID-19 pandemic.
Unemployment claims fall to 553,000
The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits dropped by 13,000 last week to 553,000, the lowest level since the pandemic hit last March and another sign the economy is recovering from the coronavirus recession.
US economy grew at a robust 6.4% rate last quarter
The U.S. economy grew at a brisk 6.4% annual rate last quarter — a show of strength fueled by government aid and declining viral cases that could drive further gains as the nation rebounds with unusual speed from the pandemic recession.
US airline bailout helps Southwest post $116 million profit
The two major North Texas-based airlines say travel is beginning to come back.