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.

Gov. Whitmer says 800k Michiganders to lose unemployment benefits if court ruling goes into effect immediately

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer is urging the Michigan Supreme Court to clarify their ruling on when her emergency powers take effect, saying up to 830,000 Michiganders could lose unemployment benefits if the ruling went into effect immediately.

The Saguaro Scottsdale reopens after closing in March due to COVID-19
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The Saguaro Scottsdale reopened on Oct. 1 after closing at the end of March due to the coronavirus pandemic. The resort is offering a "We Love Locals" special room rate starting at $89 per night. www.thesaguaro.com

Hundreds of Regal, Cineworld movie theaters to close this week

Cineworld Group Plc said Monday that 536 Regal cinemas in the U.S. and 127 Cineworld and Picturehouse venues in the U.K. would close on Thursday. Some 45,000 employees are affected.

6th Street Market returns to downtown Tempe

Craft lovers visited an event they haven't seen in months - the 6th Street Market in Tempe.

Hiring slows for 3rd month; US unemployment rate falls to 7.9%

America’s employers added 661,000 jobs in September, the third straight month of slower hiring and evidence from the final jobs report before the presidential election that the economic recovery has weakened.

Stock futures plunge after Trump confirms he has coronavirus

U.S. equity futures plunged by more than 1.6%, or 500 Dow points after President Trump confirmed through a tweet that he and the first lady tested positive for coronavirus.

Student loan payments are on hold — what to do with the extra cash

With student loan payments in forbearance, there are several ways to use that money instead. But you’ll want to explore the pros and cons of each option and make a decision that works for you.

Layoffs remain high as 837,000 seek unemployment aid

The number of Americans seeking unemployment benefits declined last week to a still-high 837,000, evidence that the economy is struggling to sustain a tentative recovery that began this summer.

What should you use a personal loan for?

From an emergency to a big-ticket purchase, personal loans can provide the funding you need.

2nd round of stimulus checks would be in relief bill: Mnuchin

The Treasury Secretary says a potential coronavirus relief package will include another round of checks for Americans.