PPP responsible for 'majority' of jobs created since May, SBA administrator says
Since the program launched at the beginning of April, more than 5.2 million loans worth about $525 billion had been distributed, saving some 51 million jobs.
PPP sustained small business economy: SBA administrator
Edward Lawrence interview with Jovita Carranza
5 accused in Georgia of fraud in $4.1M rip-off of Paycheck Protection Program: feds
Georgia federal prosecutors have accused five individuals with attempting to steal $4.1 million from a government COVID-19 program designed to provide relief to small business owners.
Colorado farmer works to increase food security in his community
Roberto Meza on farming, coronavirus
Trucking company refuses to deliver to cities pushing to defund police
Mike Kucharski on police, JKC Trucking
PPP ending with $138B left over. What happens to the money now?
The $670 billion Paycheck Protection Program will officially close to new applicants on Aug. 8.
Coronavirus and protests hit downtown Minneapolis with double whammy
Coronavirus brought downtown Minneapolis to a halt earlier this year, as it did most city centers in America, and now calls to abolish the police have some business owners saying they are leaving town.
Planet Fitness doesn't see Peloton as competitor
Chris Rondeau on Planet Fitness gyms, coronavirus
Small business owners applying for PPP loans have until Aug. 8
The $670 billion rescue fund, created when Congress passed the CARES Act at the end of March, will officially expire on Saturday.
Trump says he may suspend payroll tax collection without Congress: 'I have the absolute right'
Trump said Wednesday that he has the "absolute right" to suspend payroll taxes without congressional approval.
FDIC chairman encourages small business to continue working with banks
FDIC chairman on small business working with banks
Tiny Texas company is running most of the drive-thru coronavirus testing in US
After the U.S. government reportedly spent nearly $230 million to pay for COVID-19 test sites around the country, one small Texas company ended up establishing hundreds of testing stations, while bringing in more than $90 million in federal contracts.
Second wave of layoffs underway amid coronavirus pandemic
A second wave of layoffs is currently hitting American workers amid a surge in coronavirus cases nationwide and a Congressional stalemate over new stimulus relief, according to a new survey by Cornell University and RIWI.
Small businesses beg Congress for PPP renewal before 'wave of permanent closures’
The program was extended through Aug. 8, but efforts to prolong it further are on shaky ground as lawmakers deadlock over additional coronavirus relief.
Small-business workers continue saving despite coronavirus financial chaos, study shows
Most workers made no adjustments to their retirement plan contributions.
Chinese-owned companies received millions in PPP loans, analysis shows
More than 125 companies that Chinese entities own or invest in received between $192 million to $419 million in government-backed aid.
NYC restaurant scene grows bleaker with 83% unable to pay July rent
According to data from Yelp, more than 2,800 businesses in New York City have permanently closed since March 1.
Jersey Mike’s Subs giving $150M to help franchise owners remodel restaurants
Jersey Mike’s Subs helps franchise owners
Top CEOs warn Congress more small businesses will fail without additional virus aid
In a letter published Monday and addressed to congressional leaders, the CEOs warned that without additional relief, small businesses face potential financial ruin.
California gym adapts to coronavirus, moves equipment outdoors
Sierra Fitness owner on adapting to coronavirus