Benefits
$2,000 Stimulus Check Update, Joe Biden Pushes for Third Set of Payments
The proposed coronavirus relief package includes around $1 trillion in direct relief to American families.
Californians Waiting for Unemployment Benefits Find Accounts Frozen
The California Employment Development Department has suspended payments on benefit claims for accounts considered high risk amid fears of fraud.
New Nationwide Program Offering Phones to Millions of Low-Income Americans
Those who qualify could receive a free Android smartphone with 3GB of data each month and free international calls to select countries.
New Jobless Claims Rise in Indiana, Michigan, 26 Million Receiving Benefits
First-time unemployment claims increased the most last week in the states of Indiana, Kansas, Illinois and Michigan, with some economists saying the U.S. economy is "running on empty."
Recipients of $300 Jobless Aid Might Have to Repay It in Overlap Scenario
If Congress passes new legislation offering COVID-19 relief, people who received $300 payments from the Lost Wages Assistance program may need to return it if the payments overlap.
Thirty States May Reject Trump's Weekly $400 Unemployment Boost, 18 Accept
So far, two states are rejecting the plan that pays out less than the $600 provided under the CARES Act passed by Congress in March.
Schumer, Pelosi Dismiss Trump's Executive Actions: 'Not Even Workable'
The House Speaker and Senate Minority Leader both warned that President Donald Trump's Saturday executive actions won't work and ultimately take money from workers, Social Security and Medicare.
Trump Signs Executive Orders for $400 Weekly Unemployment Benefits
President Donald Trump signed several executive orders Saturday which extend payroll cuts and a moratorium on evictions, as well as diverting funds to provide $400 in weekly enhanced unemployment benefits.
GOP Want to Punish Americans for Not Working—It Makes No Economic Sense
Research finds no correlation between the generosity of unemployment benefits and job finding.
Fake Navy SEAL Pleads Guilty to Stealing $300,000 in Benefits
"Everything about this case is profoundly offensive," said U.S. Attorney William M. McSwain on Wednesday.
Labor Secretary: $600 Unemployment Benefits Paid People More Not to Work
Labor Secretary Eugene Scalia on Tuesday said the $600 per week in enhanced unemployment benefits shouldn't be extended past July 31, reiterating that it allowed a majority of jobless Americans to earn more not to work.
$600 Unemployment Benefit End Date is Sooner Than You Think
The CARES Act that has seen unemployed Americans received an enhanced benefit of $600 a week will expire at the end of July—but payments will end sooner.
Alleged Unemployment Benefit Fraudsters Claim Over $1 million
Eight individuals are accused of creating bogus companies such as Charm Boutique and Infinite Cleaning to swindle California out of unemployment benefit money.
These States Fall Behind in Administering Unemployment Help During Pandemic
Even after receiving initial unemployment claims, some states have been slow in sending out financial assistance.
Extra $600 Unemployment Benefits to End 1 Week Early, Labor Department Says
The Labor Department said a technicality may cause many Americans to have their $600 of weekly unemployment benefits cut off one week early at the end of July.
Oregon Man Receives 37 Unemployment Benefits Checks Worth Over $14,000
Multiple people in the state could have been overpaid, according to the Oregon Employment Department.
Unemployment Number and Website for Every State and How to File a Claim
If you're unsure of how to claim unemployment benefits, Newsweek has you covered.
How to Apply For P-EBT Program? Check If Your Family Is Eligible for It
Around 31 states have been approved by the U.S. Department of Agriculture to offer the Pandemic Electronic Benefit Transfer program, as of Monday.
Family of Missouri Nurse File Claim for Benefits After She Died of COVID-19
Celia Yap-Banago died on April 21 after contracting coronavirus at Research Medical Center in Kansas City, Missouri, her family's attorneys said.
20 Percent of U.S. Labor Force File Jobless Claims Over Seven Weeks
The Department of Labor released new figures showing another 3.1 million Americans filed initial jobless claims last week.
Amazon and Walmart Accept SNAP Benefits, Who is Eligible for Pandemic EBT?
The benefits can be used to purchase food.
Up to 14 Million Americans Shut Out of Unemployment Benefits
For every 10 Americans who successfully filed unemployment claims during the coronavirus pandemic, at least three or four more have been unable to register due to rampant state-by-state technological problems.
Families First Coronavirus Act Sent to Senate With Rolled Back Sick Leave
The new version of the bill allows for businesses with fewer than 50 workers to not not pay family and sick leave.
Drivers Stranded While Making Deliveries As Trucking Firm Files Bankruptcy
Many drivers were left stranded on their routes, and they worried about the loss of their jobs so close to Christmas.
Disabled Veteran Walking 96 Miles to Doctors Helped By Police
Walker County police in Alabama were called about Gerald Baldwin walking on the side of the road while carrying an oxygen tank.
Breastfeeding Can Give Lifelong Immunity Against Infection, Say Scientists
The study adds a new dimension to our understanding of how a mother can influence our health, according to its author.
Trump Rule Leaves One in Seven Immigrant Families Afraid to Seek Benefits
Among low-income families, the number was even higher, with one in five adults too frightened to seek out benefits.
Chinese Army Veterans Who Protested for More Pay Jailed
The former soldiers were accused of "gathering crowds to disturb social order" and "intentional assault" amid violent confrontations with security forces last year.
What is Sage Burning? Where to Buy After Nipsey Funeral
Lauren London, the girlfriend to late rapper Nipsey Hussle, said he would burn sage each morning.
Benefits of Being Vegan Can Continue After Veganuary
A plant-based diet can boost both our physical and mental health.