Colonial Pipeline restores full service, return to normal will take ‘several days’
Colonial Pipeline said Thursday is has resumed full operations along its pipeline system on the East Coast, but said it will take “several days” for its supply chain to return to normal. President Joe Biden warned gas stations not to engage in price gouging.
CDC eases mask requirements for fully vaccinated cruise passengers
Passengers and crew members who have been fully vaccinated 'may gather or conduct activities outdoors, without wearing a mask except in crowded settings'.
McDonald’s raising US workers’ pay in 650 company-owned stores
McDonald’s follows other chains including Chipotle, which said Monday that it will raise workers’ pay to an average of $15 per hour by the end of June.
Unemployment claims fall to 473,000, another pandemic low
The number of Americans seeking unemployment benefits fell last week to 473,000, a new pandemic low and the latest evidence that fewer employers are cutting jobs as consumers ramp up spending and more businesses reopen.
Amazon seeks to hire 75,000 workers; offers $100 to vaccinated hires
Amazon is seeking to hire 75,000 people in a tight job market and is offering bonuses to attract workers, including $100 for new hires who are already vaccinated for COVID-19.
Georgia to end participation in additional unemployment benefits
During an interview with FOX News, Gov. Brian Kemp said he plans to end Georgia's participation in the federal government's $300 weekly additional unemployment benefit.
To get unemployment benefits, Floridians will again have to prove they've looked for jobs
People in Florida’s unemployment system will have to show they looked for work on a weekly basis after Memorial Day, as the state pushes to get workers back on the job, particularly at restaurants.
More than 1,000 gas stations run out of fuel
More than 1,000 gas stations in the Southeast reported running out of fuel, primarily because of what analysts say is unwarranted panic-buying among drivers.
Emergency program to give people $50 off internet bill
Americans can begin applying for $50 off their monthly internet bill as part of an emergency government program to keep people connected during the pandemic.
Hospitality industry faces labor shortage as COVID-19 fears linger
As states and cities reopen and ease pandemic-induced restrictions, the hospitality industry is having trouble keeping up with the customer influx due to a lack of workers.
Universal Orlando hiring more than 2,000 workers
There are full-time, part-time, seasonal, and professional career opportunities across the entire resort.
Marriott Vacations Worldwide offers $1,000 signing bonus, holding hiring event
Marriot Vacations Worldwide is offering a $1,000 signing bonus.
Chipotle raises average wage to $15 per hour, provides path to six-figure salaried positions
Chiptole is raising the average wage to $15 an hour in an effort to hire more workers as the restaurant industry struggles to find its footing amid a labor shortage induced by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Biden says Americans must accept a job or lose unemployment benefits after disappointing jobs report
Biden said his administration is taking steps that will make it easier for employers to hire more workers.
Federal, state laws in Florida stir up confusion for cruise lines
Cruise lines could soon start sailing again, but some have indicated that they may boycott Florida.
Biden touts economic recovery plan as Treasury Dept. starts paying out $350B in state and local aid
President Biden on Monday announced steps to make it easier for employers to hire new workers and touted the country’s economic recovery plan following a disappointing April jobs report.
Major US pipeline hit by ransomware attack could be back online by week’s end
The operator of a major U.S. pipeline hit by a cyberattack said Monday that it hopes to have service mostly restored by the end of the week.
Dogecoin plunges during Elon Musk's 'SNL' gig
Cryptocurrency dropped in value following a mention in Musk's 'SNL' monologue.
Chamber of Commerce calls for end to enhanced jobless aid
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce is calling for Washington to immediately stop paying out-of-work Americans an extra $300 a week in unemployment benefits, saying the boost in government aid is giving some recipients less incentive to look for work.
Biden says economic recovery a marathon, not a sprint amid weak jobs report
U.S. employers added just 266,000 jobs last month, sharply lower than in March and a sign that some businesses are struggling to find enough workers.