Local company with millions in cash gets federal stimulus loan
Apr 24, 2020 The government is now asking many publicly-traded companies to give the money back.
Arizona coronavirus news in brief, April 24
Apr 24, 2020 Recent coverage impacting Southern Arizona: State expands COVID testing, changes to political campaigns, wildfire impacts and more.
Economic uncertainty continues during COVID-19 pandemic
Apr 24, 2020 Even with federal relief, many people and businesses are still struggling financially.
Southern Arizona businesses passed over for aid, as Congress approves second round of funding
Apr 23, 2020 Those left to fend for themselves say the help is too little too late.
“'Rona needs to stay away!”: How a single mother stays resilient.
Apr 22, 2020 Also on Arizona Spotlight: Free meals for our community; and an interview with César Cuauhtémoc García Hernández, author of "Migrating to Prison: America's Obsession with Locking Up Immigrants".
Federal aid can't come soon enough for tourism industry
Apr 21, 2020 Many businesses dependent on travel have been hurting since February.
Arizona distributed $150M in unemployment claims last week
Apr 21, 2020 The money included a federal increase in benefits.
UA Pres. Robbins says economic impact of pandemic 'is dire'
Apr 18, 2020 The university anticipates a shortfall of at least $250 million, largely due to tuition losses.
UA president proposes furloughs, pay cuts for 16,000 employees
Apr 17, 2020 Robbins says he and senior vice presidents have already taken pay cuts.
Tucson and Rio Nuevo providing aid as federal help grinds to a halt
Apr 15, 2020 Zero-interest loans and grants are available for immediate needs.
Coronavirus relief payments start landing in Arizonans’ bank accounts
Apr 15, 2020 An estimated 80% of residents in the state will get a payment from the federal government.
Unemployment payments straining Arizona budget
Apr 15, 2020 Unemployment payments are up $21 million over the previous week.
As coronavirus spreads, Sonoran cities struggle without Arizona visitors
Apr 14, 2020 As the coronavirus spreads on both sides of the U.S.-Mexico border, tourist towns like Rocky Point are taking a huge hit.
Furloughed workers also eligible for unemployment insurance benefits
Apr 10, 2020 A discussion with labor attorney Barney Holtzman on benefits available during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Pima County launches new hotline, website to help displaced workers
Apr 10, 2020 Both aim to help people file for unemployment and get connected to job resources.
Local businesses adapt to pandemic-related restrictions
Apr 10, 2020 Plus, how the outbreak could continue to influence building designers and architects.Selected Archive Filters
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