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Stimulus payments from IRS start next week
The first funds will go to people who have filed tax returns for the last two years and have authorized direct deposit.
HIRING NOW: Website helps workers, employers find each other
A new website called Pipeline AZ was launched April 9 to help people find work quickly.
Rio Nuevo to offer stimulus plan to help Tucson businesses through COVID-19 closures
The plan will help local businesses through COVID-19-related closures.
FACT FINDERS: Will you get a stimulus check if you haven’t filed taxes in a while? It depends.
Many viewers have asked us if they will get a stimulus check if they haven't filed their taxes in a while.
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Dow surges 5% on hopes for central bank help on the economy
Gloomy forecasts for the world economy have hurt sentiment amid the coronavirus outbreak.
NerdWallet: When the market drops, play the long game with retirement savings
Trying to ignore market free falls is not a bad strategy, especially when it comes to a long-term goal like retirement.
Tucson real estate broker expects COVID-19 to impact housing market
One broker said people should sell now and buy later.
Dow drops more than 1,000 as outbreak threatens the economy
U.S. stocks fell sharply Monday, following a sell-off in overseas markets, as a surge in virus cases and a worrisome spread of the disease outside China sent investors running for safety.
Rate Discrimination: Some insurance companies give better rates for customers with certain jobs, education
Drivers with less education or jobs that typically pay less may face higher car insurance rates, according to an industry insider.
Watching Your Wallet: How to become a 401(k) millionaire
From using a specialized retirement plan to considering using a "robo advisor," experts explain how you can grow your retirement savings.
Costly Care: Medicare charged hundreds more than drug’s cost at cash value
A man noticed his insurance paid all of one medication, but then he discovered the federal government was billed hundreds more than market value.
Sears at Tucson Mall closing doors, liquidation sale begins this week
The Sears at the Tucson Mall will be close for good by mid April, a company spokesman said.
Thornydale widening put on hold for now
In 1997, voters passed a bond package which included the widening of a section of North Thornydale from two to four lanes.
DON’T FALL FOR IT! Authorities across country warn of text scams
Law enforcement agencies across the country are warning people about a new twist on an old text scam.
City of Phoenix delays start of rideshare fees at Sky Harbor
Uber has said it would pull out of Sky Harbor at the end of the month if the rideshare fee increases went into effect.
TCC hosts Just Between Friends Spring event
Admission is $2 Thursday and free Friday and Saturday.
Gov. Ducey proposes $12.3 billion spending plan, sends money to best and poorest schools
Gov. Doug Ducey proposed a $12.3 billion spending plan Friday that would send more money to Arizona’s best-performing and poorest schools while boosting the budget for repairing schools and building new ones.
BROOKE’S BARGAINS: Options getting free help to prepare your taxes
The IRS starts processing tax returns Jan 27 and there are few options to get your taxes prepared at no cost.
Gov. Ducey calls for changes to state prison system, veteran tax cut
Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey suggested several changes for the state's corrections system.
Police warning: Don’t abbreviate 2020
Law enforcement said writing out 2020 in full will protect documents from being modified.
Huckelberry: Feds reject county’s request to use Operation Stonegarden funds for humanitarian aid
Pima County was asking for $200,000 for humanitarian aid.
Watching Your Wallet: Make smart money moves before 2020
From maxing out retirement contributions to checking your car insurance rates, experts say there are a few smart financial steps to take before the new year starts.
LIST: Holiday return policies for major retailers
If you received a Christmas gift you didn’t want or need, returning it isn’t straight forward anymore.
Kroger credit card system goes down companywide on Christmas Eve
Customers are reporting issues at stores across the country on Twitter.
Holiday hours for stores in southern Arizona
There are a few options if you forget to pick up those last-minute presents.
Christmas shoppers still dashing to cash register
Americans are expected to spend more than ever before on Christmas gifts this year, according to a recent report by Gallup, with more than half of shoppers buying presents the final week before Christmas.
Banner Health agrees to huge settlement for 2016 data breach
A Phoenix-based health provider has agreed to settle a lawsuit over a computer data breach that may have compromised health and personal data of about 3 million patients, employees, health insurance customers and others.
Mexico reaffirms rejection of US labor inspectors
Mexico is raising objections to an amendment demanded by US Democrats and accepted by the Trump administration.
Fourth Avenue Winter Street Fair reaches major milestone
The Fourth Avenue Street Fair began in 1969 and has been getting bigger and bigger each year.
Lawmakers introduce bill they hope will help new parents
The “Advancing Support for Working Families Act" would allow families to get an advance of up to $5,000 for the child tax credit in the first year after a birth or adoption.
KOLD INVESTIGATES: Meet the businesswoman who came out of retirement to save El Tour de Tucson
Money issues plagued El Tour de Tucson, but a new CEO is turning things around for Tucson's largest sporting event.
BROOKE’S BARGAINS: Saving your food, and your wallet
The average American family tosses 40% of their food budget, which amounts to $1,500 per year.
Costco says $75 coupons are a scam
If you’re on Facebook a lot, chances are you’ve seen Costco coupons circulating this week.
Missed Opportunity: Federal initiative meant to help poor neighborhoods benefits the rich
Neighborhoods with an average income of about six-figures are labeled “distressed” by the federal government.
Lyft program offers free rides to job interviews and first three weeks of employment
Lyft has started a new program offering free rides to and from job interviews.
Huge riverfront project could be coming to west side of Tucson
According to Rio Nuevo, The Bautista will be a mixed-use facility on the Santa Cruz River between Congress and Cushing streets.
Vice President Mike Pence talks campaign, Ukraine, politics and border security
Vice President Mike Pence was Arizona Wednesday and Thursday and promised more visits in the coming months.
Arizona Attorney General warns of scammers after heavy storms
The BBB and Attorney General’s office are urging people to make sure their contractor has a license.
Circle K launches program to help offset carbon emissions
When customers buy gasoline from Circle K, Conserve will offset the carbon emissions in several ways.
Millennials add emojis, pictures and bitmojis to resumes
In an effort to show personality and creativity, some millennials are adding emojis, bitmojis and pictures to their resumes.
Energy prices spike after Saudi oil attack, US blaming Iran
U.S. officials offered satellite images of the damage at the heart of the kingdom's crucial Abqaiq oil processing plant and a key oil field.
Payroll company’s sudden closure causing problems for Tucson employees
One employee reported his paycheck was pulled from his bank account.
Oro Valley town council delays decision on golf courses, again
Town manager considering options to keep courses fully operational.
NOW: Amazon begins hiring 1,500 in Pima County
Amazon planning to hire 1,500 in Pima County.
Pima County suspends contract with private company after murder suspects escape
Pima County has suspended its contract with a private company after two murder suspects escaped during transport earlier this week.
Southern Arizonans can see impact of trade with Mexico on new website
Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey wants to be part of the push for the new North American Trade Agreement, known as the USMCA.
Boeing gets new contract for replacement wings for A-10 jets
The U.S. Air Force has awarded Boeing a contract for replacement wings for more than 100 A-10 jets, covering the remaining ground support jets still needing wing replacements
Financial expert: ‘Concerns are real’ about possible recession
Recession will happen; the question is when?
Tucson-based Vector gets new CEO amid financial problems
Tucson-based aerospace company announced Vector Launch named John Garvey as new CEO.
Credit card skimmers found at Tucson gas station
At least one Tucson convenience store found credit card skimmers on its gas pumps.
Smoking age likely to increase to 21 in Pima County
The age to smoke or vape in Pima County may be changed to 21.
Arizona-based Fox Restaurant Concepts to be bought by The Cheesecake Factory
The company that operates Blanco, North Italia, Zinburger, Culinary Dropout and Wildflower has been bought out.
Arizona company looks to fix banking issues faced by medical marijuana industry
In many cases, they're forced to do big transactions with cash only.
How to navigate the Equifax data breach settlement offer
Consumers affected by the 2017 Equifax data breach can get their names on the list to get free credit monitoring and/or monetary compensation.
South Tucson’s sales tax increase felt most by businesses, residents
The increase comes when South Tucson is facing budget deficits, and the revenue collected will go towards paying firefighters and maintaining public services.
Reports: Charming Charlie closing all 261 stores after filing bankruptcy
According to Fortune, Charming Charlie plans to close all 261 stores by Aug. 31 after filing Chapter 11 bankruptcy.
Watching Your Wallet: Experts say to shop around for the best deals on car insurance and cell phone plans
A NerdWallet financial expert offers tips on saving money on car insurance and cell phone bills: Watch this and don't pay for what you don't need.
Chase Bank’s newest policy change says you can’t take them to court; here’s how to opt out
If you are a Chase credit card customer you may have gotten an email this week that described new policy changes impacting your rights.
Chandler-based drug maker, Insys Therapeutics, filing for bankruptcy
The filing comes days after the company admitted to bribing doctors to prescribe a powerful fentanyl spray.
White House says tariffs ‘going forward’ as talks continue
The initial 5% tax on all Mexican goods, which would increase every month up to 25%, would have enormous economic implications for both countries.
Forbes names U of A one of Arizona’s best employers
On May 9, the U of A was ranked No. 62 in Forbes' fourth annual Best Value Colleges list – a 46-spot jump from the university's 2018 ranking.
Analysts: Gas prices could fall below $2-per-gallon this summer
We may be in for some good news at the gas pump over the summer, analysts with GasBuddy say.