Unemployed Marylanders To Begin Receiving Extra $300 Payments Friday
The Maryland Department of Labor announced Wednesday that the Lost Wages Assistance [LWA] program will begin ahead of schedule on Friday, September 11.
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The Maryland Department of Labor announced Wednesday that the Lost Wages Assistance [LWA] program will begin ahead of schedule on Friday, September 11.
Unemployment numbers in Maryland are rising just slightly, with more than 11,000 filing in the last week.
The Maryland Department of Labor reported Thursday that 11,115 Marylanders filed for unemployment insurance last week. That number is down slightly from the previous week.
President Trump's Lost Wages Assistance program is intended to increase weekly unemployment benefits, but implementation has been slow.
Maryland's unemployment rate fell to 7.6 percent in July, preliminary data released by the U.S. Department of Labor Friday shows.
Unemployment numbers in Maryland rose slightly last week for the first time in over a month.
Maryland is applying for residents impacted by the coronavirus pandemic to get an additional $300 a week in federal unemployment benefits, the governor announced Wednesday.
More than 13,000 Marylanders filed for unemployment last week, according to new numbers released Thursday morning.
States react to President Trump's executive order extending additional weekly unemployment insurance payments in the amount of $400.
Unemployment's sizable decline in July still reflects a slowing economic recovery in the face of the unchecked coronavirus pandemic.
Over 18,000 Marylanders filed for unemployment in the last week.
Some Marylanders may qualify for an additional 13 weeks of extended unemployment benefits, the state's labor department said Friday.
With the first round of economic stimulus running out, millions of Americans are about to take a massive hit to their household budget.
A local photographer is joining a nationwide effort to help out the millions of Americans who are unemployed by taking free headshots.
Maryland has regained 97,000 jobs since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, but Gov. Larry Hogan is reminding employers there's another avenue for help.
As the pandemic continues, families say it has taken a toll on them financially, with some struggling to make ends meet.
More than 33,000 Marylanders filed for unemployment the week ending July 18.
68,000 jobs were added across Maryland last month, according to State Department of Labor.
More than 37,000 Marylanders filed for unemployment last week.
There's a new hurdle for those in Maryland trying to collect unemployment insurance.
More than 56,000 Marylanders applied for unemployment insurance last week, about 10,000 more than the previous week.
Nearly 48,000 people filed for unemployment the week ending June 20.
The number of unemployment claims filed in Maryland last week topped more than 41,000.
The number of unemployment claims filed in Maryland increased by more than 10,000 last week, data from the state's labor department showed.
The unemployment rate took a surprising drop, but while hope exists the road to recovery remains uncertain.
Angela Alsobrooks is making her final campaign push before the crucial U.S. Senate race is decided by the voters.
A driver is dead, and another is injured after a crash on Crain Highway in Crofton, Maryland.
Baltimore-based coalitions made a final push against Question F, a crucial ballot measure needed for development around the Inner Harbor.
Two men were killed, and two other people were injured during a quadruple shooting in Elkton, Maryland.
Temperatures will reach the mid 70s for Election Day and near 80 on Wednesday ahead of rain chances & cooler weather.
A 14-year-old boy was killed Saturday night in Aberdeen, police say.
A Baltimore County jury began deliberating the guilt of innocence of retired Baltimore City police officer James Weems Junior Friday afternoon.
Temperatures will reach the mid 70s for Election Day and near 80 on Wednesday ahead of rain chances & cooler weather.
Abortion is on the ballot in 10 states in 2024, from Arizona to Florida.
Even though children can't vote, they can still be impacted by the anxiety of the election and the looming results.
Mayor Scott and the city of Baltimore have reached a $45 million litigation settlement against CVS for their role in driving what the city called the worst opioid epidemic in the nation, the mayor's office announced Friday.
The Maryland Judiciary closed all courts to the public Friday, except for emergencies, due to a Microsoft outage that has crippled systems worldwide. The outage has also impacted other systems across the state.
The Maryland Department of Emergency Management increased the State Activation Level from Normal to Partial on Friday morning in response to a Microsoft outage that has paralyzed systems worldwide.
A Maryland board approved $148.3 million in state spending reductions on Wednesday to balance the budget while directing more money to pay for child care and Medicaid — two priorities that Democratic Gov. Wes Moore's administration hopes will help improve a stagnant state economy.
The mother of a Baltimore man who died in police custody after being sedated by medics wants to know whether the actions of first responders caused his death.
Josh White joins us to talk about the restaurant collaboration and share some exciting news about their upcoming Open House November 22nd.
Meghan McCorkell is here in studio with her November Pratt Library book club top picks.
Director Ken-Matt Martin shares what we can expect from the limited performance and how Center Stage is creating a fresh twist on a classic story.
Emily Hunter joins us with a limited-time flavor and shares how customers can make their holidays special with Nothing Bundt Cakes.
Alexus Davilla and Kaicey Baylor are in the Saw-themed escape room. Will they escape before the time runs out?
Jackson threw for 280 yards and three touchdowns to finish with a perfect passer rating.
The Baltimore Ravens and Denver Broncos have come a long way since starting the season 0-2.
Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson was again absent from practice Thursday.
Former Baltimore Ravens owner Art Modell is one of nine semifinalists for possible enshrinement into the Pro Football Hall of Fame's Class of 2025 as a contributor.
Johnson, who was traded to the Baltimore Ravens from the Carolina Panthers, joined his new team at practice in Owings Mills on Wednesday.
The polls in Maryland are open on Tuesday, Nov. 5, from 7 a.m. until 8 p.m.
Seven battleground states, any of which could swing to either the Democrats or Republicans, hold the keys to the 2024 election contest between Trump and Harris.
Kamala Harris or Donald Trump will need to secure at least 270 votes in the Electoral College to win the 2024 presidential election.
Abortion is on the ballot in 10 states in 2024, from Arizona to Florida.
CBS News' John Dickerson on the knowns and unknowns that either Kamala Harris or Donald Trump will face in leading our country into an uncertain future.
More than 80 trauma professionals and first responders received a huge honor from the R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center at the University of Maryland Medical Center Saturday night.
One of the Baltimore Ravens' biggest fans is gaining recognition for her handmade outfits filled with purple passion. So much so, that what she wears is going viral!
Anne Arundel County's Luke Borchelt is making waves with his new song, Every Rain, which has over 800,000 streams on Spotify.
Beau Brade, a Howard County native, is trying to make the Ravens' 53-man roster as an undrafted rookie.
Family and friends celebrated the life of murdered Baltimore rapper David Boykin, also known as "President Davo," with a mural and a community vegetable garden in his honor.
Senator Kagan said this bill will limit what she calls "bait and switch" and price gouging.
The Maryland Department of Emergency Management increased the State Activation Level from Normal to Partial on Friday morning in response to a Microsoft outage that has paralyzed systems worldwide.
Neighbors in one west Baltimore neighborhood are figuring out what to do for groceries, due to the Giant Food location in Edmondson Village closing next month.
A string of recalls connected to Wisconsin-based supplier Schreiber Foods has now extended to Aldi stores after similar recalls at Hy-Vee and other grocery chains.
The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration is asking to move marijuana to Schedule III, alongside ketamine and some anabolic steroids
The Baltimore Tech Hub, one of 31 federal "Tech Hubs" designated last year, was skipped for a cut of $504 million in the first round of funding for the program.
Primanti Bros. on Tuesday announced plans to expand to the Baltimore region this spring.
CVS is closing dozens of pharmacies inside Target stores in 2024 as the store and other retail pharmacy chains face increasing difficulties.
The wildly popular chicken finger joint opened its doors Tuesday at the Snowden River Shopping Center.
The council passed the "Bring Your Own Bag Act" with a bipartisan vote in February.
McDonald's has stopped selling the popular product in some states as an investigation into the cause of the bacteria continues.
A TreeHouse Foods recall of over 600 types of waffles has been expanded to include pancakes and Belgian waffles.
In 1974, a creative surgical procedure saved the career of L.A. Dodgers pitcher Tommy John after he tore his UCL. Today, an astonishing 35% of active MLB pitchers have had "Tommy John surgery." But more than half of the athletes getting the procedure are under 18.
Ten deaths have been linked to now-recalled Boar's Head products.
Thanks to vaccinations, measles was declared eliminated in the U.S. in 2000. But measles cases are now back; one reason is that more families have exempted their children from routine immunizations than ever before.
A benefit raising money for relief and recovery efforts in the wake of Hurricanes Helene and Milton will be broadcast Saturday night.
The lead singer-songwriter for the superstar band Fleetwood Mac who became a superstar solo artist talks about her latest song, "The Lighthouse," that was inspired by her own experience with abortion, and a strong desire to "do something."
Liam Payne, 31, died Wednesday after falling into the interior patio of a hotel in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
One of the greatest actors of all time, Al Pacino's life might have turned out very differently, if not for his mother's determination, the faith of director Francis Ford Coppola, or his success at overcoming an addiction to drink. He talks about his new memoir, "Sonny Boy."
The 2024-2025 prime-time programming lineup of CBS Originals features three new dramas, two new comedies, a reimagined classic game show, special event programming and much more.
Temperatures will reach the mid 70s for Election Day and near 80 on Wednesday ahead of rain chances & cooler weather.
Temperatures will reach the mid 70s for Election Day and near 80 on Wednesday ahead of rain chances & cooler weather.
Chilly start with a mild finish around 60 degrees Monday. Temperatures expected to near 80 degrees by Wednesday.
Chilly start to the week before warmup in Maryland
Crisp start to week ahead of warmup in Maryland
Here's your Monday afternoon news roundup | November 4, 2024
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