Federal aid can't come soon enough for tourism industry
Many businesses dependent on travel have been hurting since February.
“'Rona needs to stay away!”: How a single mother stays resilient.
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".
UA Pres. Robbins says economic impact of pandemic 'is dire'
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
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
Zero-interest loans and grants are available for immediate needs.
Coronavirus relief payments start landing in Arizonans’ bank accounts
An estimated 80% of residents in the state will get a payment from the federal government.
Unemployment payments straining Arizona budget
Unemployment payments are up $21 million over the previous week.
Pima County launches new hotline, website to help displaced workers
Both aim to help people file for unemployment and get connected to job resources.
Local businesses adapt to pandemic-related restrictions
Plus, how the outbreak could continue to influence building designers and architects.
Economic resources for Arizonans impacted by coronavirus
Government agencies are working to help lessen the economic hit of COVID-19.
Despite new protections, situation for renters and landlords is uncertain
Tenant advocates and property owners say more needs to be done for people who can't make rent.
Arizona's first-time unemployment claims neared 130,000 last week
Data also show that total payments for the week topped $5.5 million, a nearly $2.3 million increase.
How Farmers Markets are surviving - and evolving - during the pandemic.
Also on Arizona Spotlight:The Arts Foundation makes emergency relief grants available to local artists; a conversation with food writer & former EMT Jane Stern; and a short story from Aurelie Sheehan.
Pima County road work continues
No "stay at home" order for those who pave and repair public roads.
Ducey orders barber shops, nail salons to close
The governor "clarified" his executive order following criticism.
