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Ylan Mui breaks down a new letter from more than 100 economists begging Congress to send out a second round of direct checks to the American people.

Grocery workers say they're facing health risks and new challenges as the coronavirus pandemic intensifies during the holiday season.

Apple's chief security officer allegedly promised to donate 200 iPads worth $70,000 to the Sheriff's Office in exchange for concealed weapons permits.

Stocks rose on Monday after AstraZeneca and the University of Oxford said their coronavirus vaccine was up to 90% effective.

Ex-New York mayor Rudy Giuliani, once a top federal prosecutor, is heading the Trump campaign's efforts to overturn Joe Biden's victory. It's not going well.

A misunderstood chart from 2017 appears to show federal taxes increasing for low-income individuals in 2021. Here's what it really means.

State and local officials are imposing new business restrictions. Workers who are laid off again may be able to collect unemployment benefits.

Yellen, if confirmed by the Senate, would be the first woman to lead the Treasury Department.

The sports tech company, owned by former Tampa Bay Lightning executive Angelina Lawton, wants up to $25 million to target acquisitions.

The Trump campaign's appeal of its devastating loss in federal court in Pennsylvania misspells the word "president," and butchers grammar.

It's open enrollment season, meaning it's time to review your employer-sponsored plans and benefits. Here are six money-saving benefits you shouldn't overlook.

Apple said companies that offer digital classes through iPhone apps won't have to pay its 30% commission fee on in-app purchases through June 2021.

Cannabis ETFs have a bright year ahead following Joe Biden's presidential win, investor Tim Seymour says.

New York will reopen a temporary field hospital on Staten Island to help treat an influx of coronavirus patients, Gov. Andrew Cuomo said on Monday.

While cinema owners are excited to have a family-friendly title in theaters, industry experts aren't convinced "The Croods" sequel is a box office savior.

Steve Ricchetti is in line to become a key contact for business leaders looking to make inroads with Joe Biden's administration.

Joe Biden's transition team says he supports Nancy Pelosi and Chuck Schumer's push for a stimulus plan that costs at least $2.2 trillion.

AstraZeneca's vaccine appears to have an advantage when it comes to storage, affordability and distribution, Jefferies analysts said.

NRF President and CEO Matt Shay said, "Consumers are very engaged [and] looking for opportunities to celebrate."

Bitcoin isn't the only cryptocurrency posting strong gains lately.