Layoffs continue as 840,000 seek unemployment aid

The government will provide its latest picture Thursday of the pace of layoffs in the United States, which have remained high since the viral pandemic erupted in March while federal aid for the jobless has lapsed.

Waymo removing backup drivers from its autonomous vehicles in Phoenix

The vehicle won't have back-up drivers to take over in sticky situations and there won't be anyone watching remotely who can take over in an emergency situation and drive the car.

Dozens of inmates accused of fraudulently seeking unemployment funds

Millions of Americans are struggling during the pandemic with many unable to access unemployment benefits. Now we've learned that inmates across Pennsylvania have allegedly been applying and receiving those same benefits that are needed by so many.

IRS reaching out to millions who have not claimed $1,200 stimulus check

The head of the IRS, on the defensive over millions of Americans in danger of missing coronavirus relief payments, says the agency is reaching out to low-income and homeless people, military personnel and veterans and those with limited English to notify them they may be eligible.

Democrats call for Congress to rein in, break up Google, Amazon, Facebook, Apple

Democratic lawmakers are calling for Congress to rein in Big Tech, possibly forcing Facebook, Google, Amazon and Apple to sever their dominant platforms from their other lines of business and imposing new uniformity on the terms they offer users.

Trump halts COVID-19 stimulus talks until after election

President Donald Trump says he has instructed aides to stop negotiating on another round of COVID-19 relief until after the election.

3 Valley bars allowed to reopen after being forced to close for COVID-19 violations

The health department announced on Oct. 6 that Glow Shots & Cocktails in Tempe, Bottled Blonde in Scottsdale, and Casa Amigos in Scottsdale will be allowed to reopen.

Geneva votes to increase minimum wage to $25, believed to be highest in the world

Geneva voted for the minimum wage to be increased to $25, making it the highest minimum wage in the world, according to the Geneva Trade Union Action Community.

Pros and cons of paying off student loans early

Paying off student loans early could save money but there are some downsides to consider.

United Food Bank prepares for food distribution events
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The United Food Bank is preparing for food distribution events in the Valley amid the coronavirus pandemic. More information at https://unitedfoodbank.org/

Arizona teacher shortage made worse by COVID-19 resignations

Not only has the pandemic wreaked havoc on Arizona businesses, it's also worsened the state's teacher shortage as educators resign due to health concerns.