Arizona Attorney General Warns of COVID Test Scams

Arizona Attorney General Mark Brnovich is warning residents about recent scams associated with coronavirus test results. Scammers may be calling individuals claiming they have their COVID‑19 test results, but in reality they are trying to get patients’ personal information or tricking them into paying money, Brnovich said in a press release. “Unfortunately, whenever there’s... Read More

Planning Your Fall Arizona Road Trip

Every year more than 45 million people visit Arizona for leisure and tourism. The state is so diverse, that one of the best ways to see it is by road. You can cruise at your own pace, taking in the sights, enjoying some amazing local dishes and be in awe of the incredible landscape.... Read More

Arizona Department Of Health Services Phased Reopening Plan For Paused Industries

Photo Credit: https://www.azmirror.com The Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) today announced public health recommendations for the eventual safe reopening of paused businesses in the state of Arizona. On June 27, Governor Ducey issued Executive Order 2020-43 “Pausing of Arizona’s Reopening.” This paused the reopening of several specific industries with operations that are considered... Read More

Another Excessive Heat Warning This Week For Phoenix Area

The Arizona monsoon season is having trouble getting started this year. The Phoenix area continues to undergo a summer of record-breaking temperatures.  Starting Wednesday, residents should be aware the valley will be under another excessive heat warning. The National Weather Service issued a warning on Monday that calls for forecasts expected for Phoenix and... Read More

Arizona Organizations Receive Over $1 Million To Help Human Trafficking Victims

Three Arizona organizations recently received more than $1.2 million in grants from the Department of Justice’s Office to help provide housing for victims of human trafficking. New Life Center, Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc. and Maggie’s Place, Inc. were awarded the grants that will provide six to 24 months of transitional or short-term housing... Read More

Online Learning Tips For Parents

Many of the nation’s largest school districts plan to begin the fall semester online only. As schools consider reopening, children face a future in which online courses will probably be part of the curriculum. To make the best of this situation, here are some tips to help your child adapt to learning from home.... Read More

United States Adds Almost 2 Million Jobs in July

The U.S. added 1.8 million jobs in July as payroll growth slowed amid a split-screen economy that had employers stepping up hiring in parts of the country that continued to let businesses reopen, even as COVID-19 spikes forced firms to pull back and lay off workers. The unemployment rate fell to 10.2% from 11.1%... Read More

Arizona Department of Revenue Returns $42.5 Million in Unclaimed Property

The Arizona Department of Revenue returned $42.5 million in unclaimed property to owners for the 2020 fiscal year, the agency announced Thursday. Over 59,000 properties were returned to nearly 15,000 claimants that ranged in value from $1 to $361,000, according to a press release. Approximately $155 million has been returned to individuals and businesses... Read More

Trump Orders $400 a Week Unemployment Payments

President Trump signed four executive actions Saturday aimed at delivering relief to Americans struggling with the economic fallout of the coronavirus pandemic while accusing Democrats of stonewalling greater aid efforts. Trump announced a $400-per-week supplemental unemployment payment to out-of-work Americans — $200 less than the $600 weekly benefit that expired at the end of... Read More

Over 60 NFL Players Opt Out of the 2020 Season Due to COVID-19 Concerns

Photo Credit: https://abcnews.go.com Over 60 NFL players have withdrawn from the 2020 season due to the coronavirus pandemic. Players had until 4 p.m. ET on Thursday to make their decision and after the deadline passed, a spokesperson for the NFL told CNN that out of 2,880 players, 66 players chose to opt-out. That figure... Read More