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This weekend, temporary pay bumps for workers during the coronavirus pandemic are ending at companies across the country. In a normal world, high hazard pay might be the only way to stop employees from quitting en masse. But with tens of millions unemployed, workers quickly lost a lot of leverage.

As 'Hero' Pay Ends, Essential Workers Wonder What They Are Worth

Many retail and food workers are losing temporary wage bumps they got during the pandemic. Some say their work hazards are only increasing, while their wage is lower than unemployment benefits.

A person smokes a Juul Labs Inc. e-cigarette in a photograph taken in New York, last year.

San Diego Schools Sue Juul Labs Over Youth Vaping Epidemic

San Diego Unified School District alleges that vaping-related illnesses caused by the e-cigarette maker's products increase student absences, forcing schools to spend on prevention and treatment.

Russian President Vladimir Putin speaks during the State Council's meeting at Grand Kremlin Palace on Dec. 26 in Moscow.

Putin's Rule Turns 20: Many Russians Find Stability; A New Generation Sees Stagnation

Even after two decades in power, Russia's leader enjoys approval ratings around 70%. Supporters say he has returned the country to greatness. But a poll says over half of young adults want to leave.

For January, 3 Enemies-To-Lovers Romances (Our Favorite!)

This month, we're celebrating an old favorite trope: Enemies who fall for each other. Sparks and witty banter fly in these three novels, starring rival TV hosts, youth pastors and fashion executives.

Candles burn at a makeshift memorial for Gilroy Garlic Festival shooting victims outside the festival grounds in Gilroy, Calif. The FBI says it has opened a domestic terrorism investigation into the incident.

FBI Opens Domestic Terrorism Investigation Into Gilroy Festival Shooting

"We have uncovered evidence ... that the shooter was exploring violent ideologies," the FBI said. A list of organizations found on the gunman's digital media may have indicated potential targets.

A MTS bus is parked during the dedication of a new bus lane along El Cajon Boulevard, Jan. 8, 2020.

Mayor Faulconer Marks Completion Of Dedicated Bus Lane Along El Cajon Boulevard

Civic and transit leaders said Wednesday a newly completed three-mile dedicated bus lane along El Cajon Boulevard will reduce traffic congestion and cut down on greenhouse gas emissions.

After winning the Nevada Democratic caucuses, Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders, with his wife, Jane Sanders, waves as they exit the stage at a campaign rally Saturday in San Antonio.

After The Nevada Caucuses, Bernie Sanders Is The Man To Beat

The Vermont senator won the most votes in Iowa. Now he's won New Hampshire and Nevada outright. That makes him the front-runner for the Democratic nomination.

Qualcomm Stadium, now the SDCCU Stadium, is pictured in this undated photograph.

City Approves Framework For Sale Of Mission Valley Stadium Site To SDSU

The San Diego City Council voted unanimously Friday to approve a sale agreement for the city-owned Mission Valley stadium property to San Diego State University for $86.2 million, bringing more than a year of negotiations nearly to a close.

Legend has it that some University of Michigan fans defaced the statue sometime in the 1960s, and that led to members of the Michigan State University band and other students, sitting vigil.

At Michigan State, Students Protect Their Mascot From Mischievous Rivals

Michigan State University band members are standing guard over Sparty, the mascot statue, ahead of the big game against the University of Michigan to prevent it from being dressed in rival colors.

Democratic presidential candidate Sen. Bernie Sanders, seen at the Iowa State Fair on Sunday, has lashed out at The Washington Post over coverage of his presidential campaign.

Bernie Sanders Again Attacks Amazon — This Time Pulling In 'The Washington Post'

The newspaper's editor accused Sanders of peddling a "conspiracy theory" about the influence of the paper's owner, Jeff Bezos, who is also the founder and CEO of Amazon.

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