US unemployment claims drop seventh straight week to 268,000

U.S. jobless claims dipped by 1,000 last week from the week before to a pandemic low of 268,000, the Labor Department reported Thursday.

Target, Walmart say holiday inventory is up despite supply chain disruptions

Target and Walmart say they are kicking off the holiday season with stocked shelves despite the industry's battle with supply chains and shipping backlogs.

Behind the scenes of a USPS processing center
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FOX 10's Cory McCloskey checks out a USPS processing center ahead of the holiday season.

DoorDash driver defecates in customer's residential lobby after dropping off order

A DoorDash driver in Southern California was seen on surveillance video using a customer's residential building lobby as a toilet after dropping off an order.

Social Security benefits see highest boost in 40 years, but inflation is higher

Social Security benefits will increase at their highest rate in 40 years, but the latest inflation numbers are even higher. Next year's increase may not be enough for seniors living on Social Security income.

This is the state where student loan borrowers struggle the most to repay their debt: report

A new study compared the average student loan debt to median annual earnings for student loan borrowers two years after graduation. See what you can do if you want to avoid delinquency.

Keeping It Local: Wild Rye Baking Co.
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FOX 10's Cory McCloskey checks out Wild Rye Baking Company in Phoenix.

Arizona winery looks to other forms of bottling during glass shortage, supply chain issues

Merkin Vineyards, owned by an Arizona family, is struggling amid national supply chain shortages, saying we might see their wine in something other than glass bottles because of a glass shortage.

Amazon settles California case accusing it of concealing COVID cases from workers

Amazon will pay $500,000 as part of a settlement reached with California's attorney general who had accused the retail giant of illegally withholding information about COVID cases from its workers. 

This Social Security statement change could simplify your retirement planning

The Social Security Administration will be sending out newly redesigned statements that helps Americans better understand and maximize their benefits.

Veteran-owned Mesa cidery celebrates 4-year anniversary
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FOX 10's Cory McCloskey checks out Cider Corps, a downtown Mesa cidery owned by veterans that's celebrating its four-year anniversary.

Worker shortage plagues Gilbert coffee shop

Grabbing a morning cup of coffee is a ritual of sorts for many, but on Monday, a coffee shop in Gilbert had to close down for the morning shift because they did not have enough staff members on duty.

Santa Claus may not be coming to town this year amid hired Santa shortage

There are an estimated 10-15% fewer Santa Clauses this year compared to last year due to COVID-19 and many Santas retiring, according to Mitch Allen, head elf at Hire Santa.

How to decide if you need flood insurance for your home

Do you own or rent a home in an area with elevated flood risk? Here's how to decide if you need to take out a separate flood policy.