Failure to raise debt ceiling may delay Social Security, child tax credits: What to do if you need money now
The federal government may soon default on its financial obligations unless lawmakers raise or suspend the debt ceiling before the start of the next fiscal year on Oct. 1.
The federal government may soon default on its financial obligations unless lawmakers raise or suspend the debt ceiling before the start of the next fiscal year on Oct. 1.
Retail buy now, pay later transactions not replacing credit cards, study shows
As buy now pay later transactions increase, a new study shows credit card usage remains strong.
As buy now pay later transactions increase, a new study shows credit card usage remains strong.
COVID-19 creates dire US shortage of teachers, school staff
Public schools have struggled for years with teacher shortages, particularly in math, science, special education and languages. But the coronavirus pandemic has exacerbated the problem.
Public schools have struggled for years with teacher shortages, particularly in math, science, special education and languages. But the coronavirus pandemic has exacerbated the problem.
US unemployment claims tick up from near a pandemic low
U.S. unemployment claims rose last week for a second straight week to 351,000.
U.S. unemployment claims rose last week for a second straight week to 351,000.
Experts say jobseekers are looking for the right job following depths of COVID-19 pandemic
Tens of thousands of Arizonans are still unemployed currently, and unemployment benefits ended weeks ago, but employers say they still can't fill positions. Experts say there are a number of reasons behind this disconnect in the job market.
Tens of thousands of Arizonans are still unemployed currently, and unemployment benefits ended weeks ago, but employers say they still can't fill positions. Experts say there are a number of reasons behind this disconnect in the job market.
Mesa bakery hopes to stay in business despite troubles
Ca[cakesters say they are experiencing difficulties due to struggles related to the COVID-19 pandemic, and now, they are in need of help. FOX 10's Desiree Fluellen has more.
Ca[cakesters say they are experiencing difficulties due to struggles related to the COVID-19 pandemic, and now, they are in need of help. FOX 10's Desiree Fluellen has more.
Restaurants at Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport are in need of workers
The food service industry continues to be one of the hardest hit parts of the economy following the depths of the ongoing COVID-19 Pandemic, as restaurants that were forced to shut down or make cutbacks to their workforce are now trying to catch up. However, they can't seen to find enough employees, and the same goes for restaurants and cafes at Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport. FOX 10's John Hook spoke with Tom Romig, Regional Vice President of Operations with SSP America, on the issue.
The food service industry continues to be one of the hardest hit parts of the economy following the depths of the ongoing COVID-19 Pandemic, as restaurants that were forced to shut down or make cutbacks to their workforce are now trying to catch up. However, they can't seen to find enough employees, and the same goes for restaurants and cafes at Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport. FOX 10's John Hook spoke with Tom Romig, Regional Vice President of Operations with SSP America, on the issue.
‘Change is Brewing’: Ben & Jerry’s unveils new flavor for racial justice
The company wants the coffee, marshmallow and fudge-flavored ice cream to represent divesting from “a racist criminal legal system” and investing in policies and organizations that support Black communities.
The company wants the coffee, marshmallow and fudge-flavored ice cream to represent divesting from “a racist criminal legal system” and investing in policies and organizations that support Black communities.
Liberal arts doctorate leaves borrowers with nearly $200K in student loan debt on $40K salary, study finds
A post-secondary degree can leave borrowers with a six-figure student loan balance, but it's important to remember that federal student aid isn't “free money.” Keep reading to learn more about the average student loan debt and how you can pay it off faster.
A post-secondary degree can leave borrowers with a six-figure student loan balance, but it's important to remember that federal student aid isn't “free money.” Keep reading to learn more about the average student loan debt and how you can pay it off faster.
As car shopping surges, vehicle history report company expects to double revenue in 2021
One car history report company says it expects to double its revenue this year as the demand for used cars rises. Here's how to keep your costs down amid rising prices.
One car history report company says it expects to double its revenue this year as the demand for used cars rises. Here's how to keep your costs down amid rising prices.
SanTan Spirits making new canned cocktails
FOX 10's Cory McCloskey visits the canning factory for SanTan Spirits, a Valley drink company debuting a new line of vodka sodas.
FOX 10's Cory McCloskey visits the canning factory for SanTan Spirits, a Valley drink company debuting a new line of vodka sodas.
What you need to know about credit card annual fees
Credit cards with annual fees may seem unnecessary, but sometimes it makes sense to opt for these cards.
Credit cards with annual fees may seem unnecessary, but sometimes it makes sense to opt for these cards.
Costco warns customers over delays on essential household item
Costco Wholesale is issuing a warning to customers that have purchased toilet paper and other common household items online, saying they may face delays in receiving their orders.
Costco Wholesale is issuing a warning to customers that have purchased toilet paper and other common household items online, saying they may face delays in receiving their orders.
Personal loan rates plummet — 3-year rates drop to lowest point since July
The latest trends in interest rates for personal loans from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
The latest trends in interest rates for personal loans from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
Student loan company used deceptive practices, CFPB says: Tips for choosing a reputable lender
The CFPB issued a consent order for one college financing company after ruling its ISA program was a form of consumer credit and must adhere to federal financial laws.
The CFPB issued a consent order for one college financing company after ruling its ISA program was a form of consumer credit and must adhere to federal financial laws.
McDonald's plans to phase out plastic toys in Happy Meals
McDonald’s plans to “drastically” reduce the plastic in its Happy Meal toys worldwide by 2025.
McDonald’s plans to “drastically” reduce the plastic in its Happy Meal toys worldwide by 2025.
Facing a natural disaster? Here's how to prepare your finances
It's important to stay prepared for natural disasters, here's how to stay prepared financially.
It's important to stay prepared for natural disasters, here's how to stay prepared financially.
Trucker shortage worries industry experts about future of transport
Tractor-trailers haul everything from food to feed families to cars soon-to-be on the road, but there’s a chronic shortage of truck drivers which is slowing deliveries of goods needed by Americans across the country.
Tractor-trailers haul everything from food to feed families to cars soon-to-be on the road, but there’s a chronic shortage of truck drivers which is slowing deliveries of goods needed by Americans across the country.
Rise in labor trafficking abuse found across many US industries, study says
Labor trafficking is the “recruitment, harboring, transportation, provision, or obtaining of a person for labor or services, through the use of force, fraud or coercion for the purpose of subjection to involuntary servitude, peonage, debt bondage or slavery, ” according to the study.
Labor trafficking is the “recruitment, harboring, transportation, provision, or obtaining of a person for labor or services, through the use of force, fraud or coercion for the purpose of subjection to involuntary servitude, peonage, debt bondage or slavery, ” according to the study.
Tempe kettle corn maker to tell stories of everyday heroes with their products
A Valley kettle corn business will tell the stories of people they call "everyday heroes" on their latest packaging.
A Valley kettle corn business will tell the stories of people they call "everyday heroes" on their latest packaging.