Phoenix Suns help revive small, local businesses during NBA Finals

Businesses in downtown Phoenix and just outside of it are seeing a major boom in business after the COVID-19 pandemic as more people are out and about celebrating the Suns making the NBA Finals.

Student loan interest rates sank to record lows between May, June: Is refinancing your private loans worth it?

It's a good time to refinance student loans, since interest rates fell month-over-month between May and June 2021. See if you can qualify for a lower interest rate to save money on interest and lower your monthly payments.

3 easy ways to cut expenses as eviction moratorium, unemployment benefits expire

With federal COVID-19 protections set to expire soon, you may be looking for an easy way to cut your monthly expenses. Refinancing your loans can save you money every month without having to change your spending habits.

4-day work week trials in Iceland deemed 'overwhelming success' by researchers

Four-day work week trials in Iceland were found to increase workers’ wellbeing while productivity stayed the same or improved, researchers said.

Coors Light will pay you $5,000 to ‘chill’ this summer

Coors Light is hiring people across seven cities -- including Tampa -- to get paid $5,000 to do what they probably are already doing this summer: chilling.

Bucks' success benefits Wisconsin Cheese Mart with extra foot traffic

The Deer District is expected to be packed during the NBA Finals, with fans of the Milwaukee Bucks flooding Fiserv Forum for what's been expanded into two watch parties, one inside the arena and one outside on the plaza.

Amazon begins new chapter as Jeff Bezos hands over CEO role

Amazon founder Jeff Bezos stepped down as CEO on Monday, handing over the reins as the company navigates the challenges of a world fighting to emerge from the coronavirus pandemic.

RV camping at a halt due to forest closures and wildfires

This Fourth of July weekend, forest closures and wildfires are causing RV campers to cancel their plans.

Applying for FAFSA is about to get a lot easier

If you're thinking of applying for federal student aid there are some changes to the process to be aware of.

June jobs report: US adds 850,000 jobs as economy extends its gains

U.S. employers added 850,000 jobs in June 2021, well above the average of the previous three months, the Labor Department said.

Will Biden extend student loan forbearance again? Here's what we know

Student loan debt weighs heavily on borrowers as federal student loan payments are set to resume in October 2021. Keep reading to learn if the payment pause will be extended, and learn what to do with your student debt in the meantime.

What to consider before refinancing your student loan

You may be able to save money if you refinance student loans, but you need to make sure doing so is the best choice. Considering these factors can help you decide.

US unemployment claims fall to 364,000, a new pandemic low

U.S. unemployment claims dropped by 51,000 last week to 364,000, the lowest level since the pandemic began in 2020.

Events return to Phoenix Convention Center following depths of COVID-19 Pandemic

The Phoenix Convention Center closed during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, but as events make a return, so have travelers, and that is giving Downtown businesses some much-needed support.

S&P rallies to record as first half winds down

The benchmark index climbed 0.13% while the Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 210 points, or 0.61%.

Paying off credit card debt with a personal loan can save you $700 in interest

Struggling to pay off your credit cards? A personal loan can help you lower your monthly payments, save money on interest and pay off debt faster.

Is it a good idea for drivers to buy GAP insurance?

GAP insurance is an optional supplemental coverage that helps pay off your vehicle loan if your car is totaled and you owe more than its depreciated value. It's a good idea for several reasons.