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Florida weekly unemployment soars to record high as just 15.9% of claims are paid

Florida hit another benchmark when it comes to unemployment claims filed due to the economic impact of the coronavirus pandemic. The state had more than 505,137 first-time claims for the week ending April 18, according to the U.S. Department of Labor......»»

Category: topSource: bizjournalsApr 24th, 2020

Florida shutting off federal jobless aid

State and business officials have argued that, when added to state unemployment payments, the $300 a week in federal aid is keeping people from returning to jobs......»»

Category: topSource: bizjournalsMay 24th, 2021

Yes, you can earn more on unemployment instead of working. Here"s the gap between average benefits and wages in every US state.

Three states offer more on unemployment than the average weekly pay. Here's how bene.....»»

Category: topSource: businessinsiderMay 14th, 2021

: ‘Racism is a public-health issue’: COVID-related restrictions impact some Americans more than others

Each 10% decrease in state-specific mobility was linked to higher odds of mental-health problems, unemployment, food insufficiency and class cancellations......»»

Category: topSource: marketwatchApr 19th, 2021

Legislators should approve Milwaukee office

There is no doubt that a $163 million new state of Wisconsin office building proposed for North 27th Street and West Wisconsin Avenue would have a significant impact on an important Milwaukee neighborhood......»»

Category: topSource: bizjournalsMar 26th, 2021

Yes, stimulus checks can actually affect Oregonians" taxes

Federal stimulus checks can raise the amount of income that Oregonians are taxed on, causing them to owe the state more money come April, public records show. The Internal Revenue Service has said economic impact payments aren't income and taxpa.....»»

Category: topSource: bizjournalsFeb 1st, 2021

Proposal would keep Hawaii unemployment tax at pre-Covid level

Some lawmakers say that Gov. David Ige's plan for the state to cover the interest payments for a $700 million federal loan didn't go far enough toward helping businesses......»»

Category: topSource: bizjournalsJan 25th, 2021

Stimulus plan provides billions for transportation, could help San Antonio airport recover

Along with direct payments to individuals and more unemployment assistance, it provides billions in spending to help the transportation sector deal with the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic......»»

Category: topSource: bizjournalsDec 22nd, 2020

Nearly 3 million file weekly jobless claims, above estimates

Almost 3 million workers in the U.S. filed for state unemployment benefits last week. That marked the sixth straight weekly decline, But as Fred Katayama reports, claims remain astoundingly high......»»

Category: videoSource: reutersMay 14th, 2020

The Wall Street Journal: California becomes first state to borrow from U.S. to make unemployment payments

California has become the first state to borrow money from the federal government so it can continue paying out rising claims for unemployment benefits during the coronavirus pandemic......»»

Category: topSource: marketwatchMay 4th, 2020

Market Snapshot: Dow futures tread water even as unemployment ranks top 26 million

U.S. stock-index futures point to modest increases Thursday as the pace of job losses slowed slightly according to weekly data, while investors are also digesting more weak corporate earnings reports for signs of the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic......»»

Category: topSource: marketwatchApr 23rd, 2020

States burn through cash for unemployment payments

New York State has applied for a $4 billion federal loan to shore up its unemployment trust fund amid a record surge of claims by workers sidelined by the Covid-19 pandemic, a spokeswoman said. “All... To view the full story, click the title link......»»

Category: blogSource: crainsnewyorkApr 21st, 2020

Unemployment hits 37% in the Islands as disbursements roll out

Hawaii unemployment filings continue to creep upward as millions of dollars in unemployment insurance payments are being disbursed throughout the Islands. Earlier this week, the state Department of Labor and Industrial Relations reported that there have .....»»

Category: topSource: bizjournalsApr 17th, 2020

EUR/USD Forecast: At Fresh Weekly Lows and Bearish, Break Below 1.0800 Likely

EUR/USD Current Price: 1.0841 US unemployment claims for the week ended April 10 came in at 5245K. Exit strategies and lock-down extensions under consideration in Europe. EUR/USD at fresh weekly lows and bearish, break below 1.0800 likely. read more.....»»

Category: blogSource: benzingaApr 16th, 2020

The unemployment claims keep rising in Western New York

Unemployment claims in Erie and Niagara counties in the past week reminded again of the sobering impact the coronavirus is having on the economy. The state Department of Labor said about 22,000 claims were filed in the two counties combined for the p.....»»

Category: topSource: bizjournalsApr 12th, 2020

State weekly unemployment claims drop to 345,000, likely undercounting job losses

Weekly unemployment claims in New York State declined slightly for the week ended April 4 in a sign of are finding in filing for benefits rather than a slowing of job losses.   The federal Bureau... To view the full story, click the title link......»»

Category: blogSource: crainsnewyorkApr 9th, 2020

U.S. weekly jobless claims increase marginally

The number of Americans filing applications for unemployment benefits rose modestly last week, suggesting little impact on the labor market from trade tensions, which have eroded business confidence and undercut manufacturing......»»

Category: topSource: moneycentralSep 5th, 2019

US weekly jobless claims unchanged, point to labor market strength

Initial claims for state unemployment benefits were unchanged at a seasonally adjusted 218,000 for the week ended June 1......»»

Category: topSource: foxnewsJun 6th, 2019

Infographic: How tuition rates at Oregon"s universities compare

Portland State University students could see an 11 percent increase in their tuition and fees if the state approves its request. The proposed rate hike comes as public universities across Oregon face rising expenses tied in part to mounting costs s.....»»

Category: topSource: bizjournalsMay 14th, 2019

NY attorney general investigates impact of Sprint/T-Mobile merger

The potential impact of the proposed Sprint Corp. and T-Mobile US Inc. merger is now being investigated by the New York attorney general's office, The Wall Street Journal reports.  According to WSJ sources, the state attorney general's office be.....»»

Category: topSource: bizjournalsJun 28th, 2018