Microsoft return to U.S. offices delayed indefinitely

Microsoft told employees Thursday that it has indefinitely delayed their return to U.S. offices until it’s safer to do so.

US unemployment claims reach another pandemic low as economy recovers

U.S. unemployment claims fell last week to 310,000, a pandemic low and a sign that rising COVID-19 cases have yet to lead to widespread layoffs.

Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey addresses private school vouchers, public school funding and unemployment

On Wednesday afternoon, Arizona Governor Doug Ducey addressed the status of private school vouchers for parents to enroll kids into schools without mask policies. He also touched on the state's high unemployment rate.

Biden administration extends $1B of additional student loan debt forgiveness

The Department of Education has issued another round of student debt forgiveness as part of the closed school discharge program. See if you qualify for a loan discharge, and learn about your alternative loan repayment programs.

Car insurance 'age tax' could impact two generations, study finds

Baby Boomers and Gen Zers pay a higher – and possibly unjustified – average monthly car insurance premium, in part because of supposed "age tax," according to a new study.

Sphinx Date Ranch in Scottsdale
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FOX 10's Cory McCloskey checks out Sphinx Date Ranch, a shop selling delicious date goods and other local products.

Business is booming: What jobs are coming to Arizona
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According to Arizona Gov. Ducey's office, 94% of jobs lost during the pandemic have now been replaced. FOX 10's Desiree Fluellen has more on what kinds are jobs are coming to the state and how long the boom will last.

Tempe-based company using UV lights to kill coronavirus particles

Besides rendering the virus that causes COVID-19 inactive, the UV-C light can also be used to keep people safe from the spores that cause Valley Fever.

FAFSA applications for the 2022-23 school year open soon — 4 things you can do now to prepare

FAFSA applications for the 2022-23 school year open on Oct. 1, 2021. See what you can do to prepare now, and compare your options for additional financing if your financial aid package comes up short.

Auto insurance shopping surges as younger generations return to work

In the second quarter of 2021, auto insurance shopping increased among younger generations who are reentering the workforce amid a recovering U.S. economy.

Here's why variable-rate student loan refinancing may be a smart move

Fixed-rate student loan refinancing has the benefit of predictability, but variable-rate student loans may be a good option depending on the term of the loan. Learn more about your student loan options so you can pay less interest over time. (iStock)

Phoenix coffee shop loses business, closes down due to Central Avenue light rail construction

Azukar Coffee in Phoenix along Central Avenue was forced to shut its doors after the COVID-19 pandemic, along with light rail construction, took a toll on the small business.

Union workers feeling more confident amid COVID-19 labor shortage

The pandemic spawned a worker shortage that’s left some of America’s long-beleaguered union members feeling more confident this Labor Day than they have in years.

Mesa's 'Bear Mountain' fundraising to rebuild beloved sporting goods store

Mesa sporting goods store, Bear Mountain, is getting creative after a fire forced them out of their building. They set up shop outside, for now, as they raise money to rebuild.

Two COVID-19 safety nets ending Labor Day, affecting millions

Labor Day represents a perilous crossroads for millions of Americans: Two primary anchors of the government's COVID-19 protection package are ending or have recently ended.

Dollar store chains are leading retail store openings in US: report

Three of the country’s leading dollar store retail chains – Dollar General, Dollar Tree and Family Dollar – are opening up more stores than most big-box retailers in 2021, according to data from Coresight Research.