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3:48pm Aug 27, 2020

Politics & Government Politics & Government Economy

Gov. Cooper Calls For Increased Unemployment Benefits In New Budget

by Eddie Garcia

The proposal is part of Governor Roy Cooper’s new “Support For A Determined North Carolina” budget,
6:00am Jul 20, 2020

Poverty Poverty Economy Health & Safety

$600 Unemployment Benefit Ending This Week

by Eddie Garcia

The additional $600 that people on unemployment have been receiving is about to run out. And it’s ending a week earlier than many expected.
6:00am May 29, 2020

Economy Economy

Carolina Curious: Why The Slow Response To Unemployment Benefit Claims?

by David Ford

The past few months have seen a drastic rise in the numbers of unemployment claims in North Carolina, and the agency that deals with processing them is overwhelmed. Endless phone waits and online confusion is leaving thousands in desperate need of financial relief right now.

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2:56pm Apr 08, 2020

Economy Economy Health & Safety

Carolina Curious: (Your) Unemployment Benefits Questions Answered

by Eddie Garcia

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5:00am Oct 11, 2019

National National Politics & Government

Advocates Try To Help Migrants Navigate Trump's Public Charge Rule

by Pam Fessler

Advocacy groups are trying to help immigrants navigate the Trump administration's rule change that says legal immigrants will be less likely to be able to stay in the U.S. if they use public benefits.

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4:59pm May 30, 2019

National National

A Dad Wins Fight To Increase Parental Leave For Men At JPMorgan Chase

by Yuki Noguchi

Derek Rotondo filed a class-action complaint against his employer for offering more paid parental leave to women than to men. On Thursday, the bank announced it settled the case.

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Kelli Martin

11:56am Feb 25, 2019

National National Economy Education

A New Benefit: Some Companies Help Workers Pay Down Student Loans

by Yuki Noguchi

Some employers are offering benefits that pay down student loans. They say it's a popular way to recruit younger workers who are struggling with college debt.

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5:10pm Mar 23, 2017

National National Health & Safety

GOP Health Bill Changes Could Kill Protections For Those With Pre-Existing Conditions

by Alison Kodjak

House Republicans are considering a deal that would remove the requirement that health insurance plans cover 10 essential health benefits, hoping to secure the votes of conservative lawmakers.

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9:44am Oct 06, 2016

National National Politics & Government

The Issues: Hillary Clinton And Donald Trump On Social Security And Medicare

by Scott Horsley

Programs like Social Security and Medicare consume nearly 40 percent of the federal budget, and candidates have suggested a variety of responses to their rising costs.

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6:45pm May 27, 2016

National National Health & Safety

Ship That Breast Milk For You? Companies Add Parent-Friendly Perks

by Yuki Noguchi

Forget paid parental leave. Some companies offer compensation for surrogacy and adoption, or are helping traveling moms ship breast milk. The benefits are a relatively cheap way to recruit and retain.

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Courtesy of Robin Bunevich and Alex Rivas

6:23am Apr 17, 2016

Economy Economy

For Couples Skipping The Ring, It Pays To Plot Out Finances

by Heidi Glenn

As couples live together in greater numbers, old rules about how to divide finances and plan for the future don't quite fit the modern family. Experts offer financial tips for unmarried couples.
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4:35pm Jul 09, 2015

National National

Government Extending Federal Benefits To All Married Same-Sex Couples

by Brian Naylor

The announcement follows last month's Supreme Court decision that same-sex couples may legally wed in all 50 states.