Banks sued in LA over payroll protection programs during COVID-19 crisis
Four class-action lawsuits were filed against the nation's biggest banks on behalf of small business owners in California who did not receive loans from the Paycheck Protection Program, PPP.
Four class-action lawsuits were filed against the nation's biggest banks on behalf of small business owners in California who did not receive loans from the Paycheck Protection Program, PPP.
Florida pub removes $10K stapled to walls for unemployed staff
The history of Fort Lauderdale restaurant Hott Leggz is written with magic marker on thousands of dollar bills stapled to the walls and ceiling.
The history of Fort Lauderdale restaurant Hott Leggz is written with magic marker on thousands of dollar bills stapled to the walls and ceiling.
Santa Monica brewery offers specialty beer to benefit coronavirus fight
Starting today, beer-loving Angelenos who are homebound due to the coronavirus will be able to directly support patients, their families and health care workers by enjoying an India Pale Ale at home, thanks to Santa Monica Brew Works.
Starting today, beer-loving Angelenos who are homebound due to the coronavirus will be able to directly support patients, their families and health care workers by enjoying an India Pale Ale at home, thanks to Santa Monica Brew Works.
Small business loan program runs out of money, no longer accepting applications
A popular small business relief program ran out of funds on Thursday morning, as billions of dollars in additional coronavirus aid remain stuck in congressional limbo.
A popular small business relief program ran out of funds on Thursday morning, as billions of dollars in additional coronavirus aid remain stuck in congressional limbo.
Steakhouse chain gets $20M loan, while local small businesses impatiently wait
If you're a serious steak eater and don't mind spending some serious money, then you know doubt have heard of or maybe even eaten at Ruth's Chris Steak House.
If you're a serious steak eater and don't mind spending some serious money, then you know doubt have heard of or maybe even eaten at Ruth's Chris Steak House.
Online banking outages reported on same day millions of Americans receive stimulus payment
Many users on Twitter reported having trouble accessing their online bank accounts on the same day that millions of Americans were expected to receive stimulus money.
Many users on Twitter reported having trouble accessing their online bank accounts on the same day that millions of Americans were expected to receive stimulus money.
Restaurants scaling back on food delivery apps over safety concerns during pandemic
A growing number of businesses are no longer using delivery apps like Grubhub, Doordash, and Ubereats over food safety concerns.
A growing number of businesses are no longer using delivery apps like Grubhub, Doordash, and Ubereats over food safety concerns.
Disney shares grilled cheese sandwich recipe from Toy Story Land
Disney is sharing the recipe for its signature grilled cheese sandwich served at Woody's Lunch Box inside Toy Story Land.
Disney is sharing the recipe for its signature grilled cheese sandwich served at Woody's Lunch Box inside Toy Story Land.
LA County announces COVID-19 Relief Fund to bring $28 million to impacted small businesses
Los Angeles County officials Tuesday announced a public-private partnership that is expected to bring $28 million to small businesses in the county impacted by COVID-19.
Los Angeles County officials Tuesday announced a public-private partnership that is expected to bring $28 million to small businesses in the county impacted by COVID-19.
Website for Angelenos to seek prepaid debit cards crashes after going live Tuesday
The website for low-income Angelenos struggling amid the coronavirus pandemic to apply for prepaid debit cards has been crashing since it was put online Tuesday morning, and staff members from Mayor Eric Garcetti's office said they are trying to fix it.
The website for low-income Angelenos struggling amid the coronavirus pandemic to apply for prepaid debit cards has been crashing since it was put online Tuesday morning, and staff members from Mayor Eric Garcetti's office said they are trying to fix it.
Burger King offering free Whoppers for students who answer scholarly questions while schools are closed
Questions will appear daily on the fast-food chain’s various social media pages.
Questions will appear daily on the fast-food chain’s various social media pages.
IMF: Global economy will suffer worst year since Great Depression
The IMF said Tuesday that it expects the global economy to shrink 3% this year — far worse than its 0.1% dip in the Great Recession year of 2009.
The IMF said Tuesday that it expects the global economy to shrink 3% this year — far worse than its 0.1% dip in the Great Recession year of 2009.
California to ease restrictions on stay-at-home guidelines
California Governor Gavin Newsom was expected to release details of easing stay-at-home guidelines Tuesday.
California Governor Gavin Newsom was expected to release details of easing stay-at-home guidelines Tuesday.
COVID-19 stimulus relief money is coming – for some. Here's what to know.
The exact timing of when people get their money depends on a few factors, such as income and payment delivery method.
The exact timing of when people get their money depends on a few factors, such as income and payment delivery method.
California wineries offer virtual tastings amid coronavirus shutdown
In stark contrast to the normal hustle and bustle of tourists and enophiles, the grounds sit empty at California’s oldest commercial winery — the historic Buena Vista.
In stark contrast to the normal hustle and bustle of tourists and enophiles, the grounds sit empty at California’s oldest commercial winery — the historic Buena Vista.
Pasadena to require face coverings at essential businesses
Pasadena will join the ranks of cities and counties requiring workers and customers at essential businesses to wear protective facial coverings, authorities said on Saturday.
Pasadena will join the ranks of cities and counties requiring workers and customers at essential businesses to wear protective facial coverings, authorities said on Saturday.
Cavatore Italian Restaurant customer leaves $1,000 tip with takeout order
A customer at Cavatore Italian Restaurant in Houston's Heights neighborhood left a $1,000 tip on her takeout owner.
A customer at Cavatore Italian Restaurant in Houston's Heights neighborhood left a $1,000 tip on her takeout owner.
43,000 more Disney World workers will be furloughed April 19
Disney theme parks are closed until further notice.
Disney theme parks are closed until further notice.
Timeline shows when residents will receive stimulus checks from federal goverment
Beginning the week of April 13, the IRS is expected to make about 60 million payments to Americans through direct deposit.
Beginning the week of April 13, the IRS is expected to make about 60 million payments to Americans through direct deposit.
State Farm, Progressive to return up to $2 billion to policyholders amid coronavirus pandemic
On average, State Farm says auto customers can expect to receive a credit of about 25 percent of premium for the time period March 20 through May 31.
On average, State Farm says auto customers can expect to receive a credit of about 25 percent of premium for the time period March 20 through May 31.