Breweries come together to honor memory of DC beer fixture
Ben Tolken was a fixture in the D.C. beer community for more than a decade, and now that same community is honoring his memory by creating and selling a new brew to raise money for a cause near and dear to their hearts.
Joe Biden's student loan plans: 5 changes you may see soon
President-elect Joe Biden has outlined a broad plan for reforming federal student loans.
DoorDash delivers 86% gain in stock market debut
What’s not yet clear is whether DoorDash can keep the momentum going even if delivery demand eases in a post-pandemic world.
48 states, federal regulators bring antitrust action against Facebook
The antitrust lawsuits were announced by the Federal Trade Commission and New York Attorney General Letitia James.
Amazon, YETI team up with joint lawsuit against alleged counterfeiters
Amazon and YETI are teaming up against alleged counterfeiters with a joint lawsuit filed in the United States District Court for the Western District of Washington.
Prince George’s County: helping the smallest of the small biz
On Thursday, a Prince George’s County councilmember and the PFC Black Chamber of Commerce launched an effort to support some of the county’s smallest businesses. The two are asking for the community’s help to keep it going.
Work in paradise: Hawaii offering incentives to remote workers who move to state
Hawaii’s new Movers and Shakas program hopes to attract talented individuals to the islands to work remotely, forging an economy resilient to economic downturns like the one triggered by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Black Friday crowds thin amid surging COVID-19 pandemic as retailers push online sales
In normal times, Black Friday is the busiest shopping day of the year, drawing millions of shoppers eager to get started on their holiday spending. But these are not normal times.
Small Business Saturday more critical this holiday season amid coronavirus pandemic
Sandwiched between Black Friday and Cyber Monday is Small Business Saturday, a national initiative to shop local and break away from large box stores. However, this year shoppers will notice a few changes because of COVID-19.
Black Friday crowds thin as virus continues to spread
This Black Friday looks and feels a lot different due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Peloton customers canceling orders after months of shipping delays
They paid for the ability to peddle in place, but they can’t even get started.
Wall Street slips amid worries about worsening COVID-19 pandemic
U.S. stocks are pulling a bit lower in afternoon trading Friday as worries about the worsening pandemic weigh on rising optimism about a coming coronavirus vaccine.
DC mayor announces millions of dollars in funding relief for business community and expanded COVID-19 testing
Millions of dollars in financial help is giving some hope to the struggling business community within the District.
Starbucks to give raises to all US store employees
All Starbucks baristas, supervisors and cafe attendants in the U.S. will receive an increase of at least 10%, according to a company spokesperson.
Student loan payments set to resume Jan. 1, 2021 — here’s what you need to know
For millions of student loan borrowers who have benefited from payment relief during the coronavirus pandemic, the payments will resume beginning Jan. 1, 2021.
Amazon opens online pharmacy
Now at Amazon.com: insulin and inhalers.
Black Friday shopping being ‘reinvented’ by major retailers amid COVID-19
Black Friday will look differently this year amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Stocks rally on news that second COVID-19 vaccine shows promise
Stocks are rallying again Monday, with the S&P 500 adding more to its record high and the Dow Jones Industrial Average on track to erase the last of its pandemic losses, following another round of encouraging data on a possible coronavirus vaccine.
Third annual DMV Black Restaurant Week underway
DMV Black Restaurant Week has begun – and through Sunday you’ll be able to take advantage of some great deals for a great cause.
Stocks close at record high despite Trump's refusal to concede in 2020 election
A huge fear for Wall Street coming into this month was a contested U.S. presidential election, one that could drag the market through more painful uncertainty.