The COVID-19 pandemic brought unprecedented financial challenges, prompting the U.S. government to issue stimulus checks as a lifeline for many. However, a significant portion of these funds remains ...

During the pandemic, the U.S. government issued stimulus checks to alleviate economic hardships. However, many freelancers and self-employed individuals did not claim these funds, even when eligible.

The IRS and Treasury Department say stimulus checks are expected to start arriving within three weeks. (AP Photo/Keith Srakocic, File) One-time federal stimulus checks are expected to go out to more ...

One-time federal stimulus checks are expected to go out to more than 90% of tax filers in the region to help with the economic hardship caused by the coronavirus, according to a Journal-News analysis.