$15 an hour minimum wage: Biden pushes for urgent increase amid COVID-19 pandemic
During his announcement of the “American Rescue Plan,” President-elect Joe Biden pushed for the minimum wage in the United States to be raised to at least $15 an hour.
Jobless claims jump to 965,000 as COVID-19 pandemic takes toll
The number of people seeking unemployment aid soared last week to 965,000, the most since late August and evidence that the resurgent virus has caused a spike in layoffs.
IRS and Treasury to stop sending stimulus checks this week
Legislation providing for the $600 payments, which was approved by lawmakers at the end of last month, stipulated that the departments needed to issue all payments by Friday.
Local politicians file legislation to improve Florida's unemployment system
The bill would also create an office that would be responsible for counseling people who are trying to get on unemployment.
Florida Sen. Rubio to Biden: Send $2,000 stimulus checks to Americans
“It would send a powerful message to the American people," Rubio wrote.
What to do if you haven't received a stimulus check or the right amount
Since the last round of stimulus payments, family circumstances may have changed for a lot of Americans -- like having a child or getting married.
Online glitches, new distribution methods could be why you haven't received your second stimulus check
While the IRS and Treasury have distributed the bulk of the anticipated $164 million in second-round of relief payments for Americans faster than the first time, millions have not gotten payments yet or found hiccups in the distribution.
Jobless claims slip to still-high 787,000 in the US
The number of Americans seeking unemployment aid fell slightly to 787,000, evidence of a job market stumbling in the face of the viral pandemic and the damage it has inflicted on the economy for nearly 10 months.
Proposal would boost jobless benefits for unemployed Floridians
After the COVID-19 pandemic caused millions of people to lose jobs in 2020, a Senate Democrat on Wednesday filed a proposal that would increase the amount and duration of state unemployment benefits.
'Payment #2 Status - Not Available': IRS says some won't get stimulus automatically
If you see 'Payment #2 Status - Not Available,' you will not receive the $600 and must claim the 'Recovery Rebate Credit' on your 2020 tax return.
Some stimulus payments delayed for H&R Block customers
If you went to the IRS stimulus tracking website and saw a bank account number that wasn't yours, H&R Block says don't worry. You're not alone.
Biden says Democratic victories in Georgia Senate runoffs would lead to $2,000 stimulus checks
Will you receive a third stimulus check?
Judge to weigh case on Florida's unemployment problems
A Leon County circuit judge has scheduled a hearing next month to decide whether to toss out a class-action lawsuit that seeks damages because of problems with the state’s unemployment-compensation system during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Where is my stimulus check? IRS tool shows status of second payment
The Internal Revenue Service has launched an online tool to help you check the status of your second stimulus payment.
Florida wineries face possible closures as business dries up
The Wine and Grape Growers Association said that it may take a while, but they believe the industry will rebound eventually.
Lindsey Graham backs Trump over McConnell on $2,000 checks
Sen. McConnell and other Republicans scuttled efforts for a standalone vote.
$600 stimulus checks hit more bank accounts on New Year's Day, how to track yours
U.S. Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin says the payments will continue into next week.
Year in Review: Port Canaveral takes hit as COVID-19 impacts travel
The world's second-busiest cruise ship port is mostly a ghost town since COVID-19.
New Year's holiday, perfect weather brings crowds to Florida beaches
Beach Patrol said it had to close some ramps for parts of the day because they reached capacity.
Senate overrides Trump’s veto of annual defense policy bill
In a rare New Year’s Day session, the Republican-led Senate voted to override President Donald Trump’s veto of the annual defense bill, the first of his presidency.