Restart or re-stop? Economies reopen but chaos abounds

Countries in Europe are reopening their economies amid the coronavirus pandemic but in chaotic ways. Life resumed in Paris' iconic streets and schoolchildren returned to class in the Netherlands as countries tried to balance how to reopen economies without rekindling new outbreaks.

White House rejects reports that Pence is self-isolating after coronavirus exposure

The White House rejected reports that Vice President Mike Pence was self-isolating away from the White House after being exposed to someone with COVID-19 at the office.

Distinct possibility: ‘Temporary’ layoffs may be permanent

Call it realism or pessimism, but more employers are coming to a reluctant conclusion: Many of the employees they’ve had to lay off in the face of the coronavirus pandemic might not be returning to their old jobs anytime soon.

Family Landscaping business truck and equipment stolen on Detroit's west side

During this pandemic, a lot of businesses have been impacted. One Detroit family’s livelihood is in jeopardy after their landscaping business, truck and equipment was stolen.

Unemployment 'could be' nearing Great Depression levels: Mnuchin

More than a decade of job gains were erased in April; the stunning job losses are more than double what the U.S. saw during the 2008 financial crisis.

Frustrated with COVID-19 shutdown, Elon Musk threatens to move Tesla HQ and Fremont factory out of California

In a series of tweets Saturday morning, Musk announced he would move the company's headquarters and flagship Fremont factory, as well as future programs to Texas and Nevada - out of California.

No time like the present: End-of-life plans and the COVID-19 pandemic

Several estate attorneys, online legal service providers and life insurers say they’ve seen an uptick in interest since the coronavirus hit.

NY's Cuomo criticized over highest nursing home death toll

New York leads the nation in the number of coronavirus deaths in nursing homes, and Gov. Andrew Cuomo is coming under increasing criticism for his handling of the crisis.

Roy Horn of duo Siegfried and Roy dies at 75 from COVID-19

Roy Horn, one half of the famous Siegfried & Roy magic and entertainment act in Las Vegas, is dead after being infected with the coronavirus, reports TMZ.

A majority of vaccine skeptics plan to refuse a COVID-19 vaccine, a study suggests, and that could be a big problem

According to someestimates, 50% to 70% of Americans would need to develop immunity to COVID-19 – either naturally, or via a vaccine – in order to thwart the spread of the virus, Kristin Lunz Trujillo writes for The Conversation.

Kroger to discontinue 'Hero Pay' bonus for employees working during pandemic

The union that represents Kroger grocery store workers Friday called for the company to not eliminate its $2-an-hour bonus to employees working during the pandemic, known as "Hero Pay," which is planned to end May 16.

Why farmers dump food and crops while grocery stores run dry and Americans struggle

As the coronavirus pandemic continues to wage a silent war across the country, American farmers are being forced to pour out milk, crush eggs, toss fresh fruits and vegetables, euthanize livestock and plow under perfectly robust crops

Here are the 6 steps in Gov. Whitmer's MI Safe Start Plan

On Thursday, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer rolled out the six-step plan to re-engage Michigan's economy amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

Poll suggests people who quarantine with mom are happier

A poll taken of 500 people suggests that those who live with their moms during quarantine are happier than those who don't.