Overall Arizona weekly unemployment shows slight drop
Self-employed claims dropped but regular unemployment jumped last week.
Ducey orders closure of bars, movie theaters and gyms, delays start of school
The temporary order, which also bans some mass gatherings, goes into effect Monday night.
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Arizona unemployment numbers continue to rise
The number of people on unemployment topped 740,000 in Arizona.
Continued unemployment claims still climbing in Arizona
Self-employed filers continue to drive claims up.
Poll: Half of Arizonans think state is reopening too soon
More often than not, those polled expressed concern about the state moving too quickly to reopen.
Federal program for self-employed leads to jump in Arizona unemployment numbers
First-time claims rose as the program opened up benefits to the self-employed, contractors and workers in the gig economy.
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Latest Arizona unemployment numbers a mixed bag
The number of first-time filers is still going down, but the number of those on unemployment continues to rise.
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First-time unemployment claims decrease in Arizona
The numbers are still nearly double what they were a month ago.
Local company with millions in cash gets federal stimulus loan
The government is now asking many publicly-traded companies to give the money back.
Ducey orders barber shops, nail salons to close
The governor "clarified" his executive order following criticism.
Food bank starting 'drive-through' distribution and prepping for increased need
The organization also says it has increased its hygienic practices and canceled one of its top fundraising events of the year.
