Economic chaos raises unemployment to Great Depression-era level
The unemployment level rose to 14.7% with 20.5 million Americans losing their jobs in April.
Unemployment problem deepens
Nearly 15% of American workers don't have a job, new data shows. KTVU's Tom Vacar explores the state of the economy.
'Al fresco' may be answer for shuttered San Jose businesses
San Jose officials may allow bars, restaurants and other businesses to offer more services outdoors during the coronavirus pandemic.
Jobless rate spikes to 14.7%, highest since Great Depression
The unemployment rate could reach 16% or more. Twenty-one million jobs may have been lost in April.
Sweet Tomatoes to stay closed permanently, report says
The move will affect more than 4,000 employees who will essentially be laid off.
Nasdaq turns positive for 2020 as investors bet on economic recovery
U.S. equity futures are pointing to a higher open, the day after the Dow Industrials snapped a two-session winning streak.
Nearly 3.2 million more workers seek jobless aid
Roughly 33.5 million people have now filed for jobless aid in the seven weeks since the coronavirus began forcing millions of companies to close their doors and slash their workforces.
Neiman Marcus files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection
Neiman Marcus has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, sounding an ominous note for department stores during the coronavirus pandemic.
Majority of US workers want to stay remote: Survey
Over 40 percent of respondents said that going forward, they want to work remotely more often.
Uber to lay off 3,700 workers, CEO to waive salary as coronavirus continues to hinder its business
Uber has already imposed a hiring freeze and has offered up to 14 days of financial assistance to drivers and delivery workers who were diagnosed with COVID-19.
Public health officials threaten North Bay bistro with restraining order
So this week, Terry Leston put up a "Come On In" sign and began serving dinner to seated patrons, with modifications.
Lowe's delivering $1M worth of Mother's Day flowers to moms isolated in senior facilities due to COVID-19
The flowers will be delivered to long-term care and senior living facilities in cities hardest hit by the pandemic.
Airbnb laying off 1,900 employees due to travel decline
Airbnb says it is laying off 25% of its workforce as it confronts a steep decline in global travel due to the new coronavirus pandemic.
Potential for meat shortages may go away sooner than later
A UC Davis professor says we're not running out of meat.
California governor visits small businesses in Sacramento as some retail gets the go-ahead
The idea is to discuss how business owners are planning to reopen while also preserving the public health.
How to get a student loan if you're a non-degree seeking student
Some federal and private student loans are available even if you are not pursuing a degree. Learn about them here.
Millions won’t get full coronavirus stimulus checks — what to do if you need money
Not everyone will get a stimulus payment, but there are ways you can free up cash.
Nike to donate more than 30,000 shoes to COVID-19 frontline workers
The sportswear giant is partnering with the nonprofit Good360 and local organizations to give staff at various hospitals around the U.S. and Europe a pair of shoes.
Can you negotiate your credit card debt?
Looking for a better deal from a credit card company or seeking to curb your plastic debt? Negotiating directly can get the job done.
Avoid increasing student loan debt during coronavirus with these 5 tips
Don't let coronavirus increase your student loan debt. Follow these five tips to limit the economic fallout.