Economy

Trina Johnson, who has owned La Mex for more than thirty years is trying to figure out how to survive a second shutdown.

As Anchorage entered the second day of its “Four week reset” Tuesday, restaurant owners took different approaches as how to deal with the mandate that requires them to close indoor dining.

After several months of some of the lowest unemployment rates Alaska has experienced, things took a sharp turn starting in April.

Two Anchorage nonprofits have found a way for customers to buy local while staying socially distant.

Folks on unemployment have gotten extra financial padding in the form of an additional $600 a week from the CARES act. With those benefits about to run out, the Food Bank of Alaska is trying to keep food on the table for those who need help.

Supporters argue another moratorium is needed to prevent an "eviction tsunami."

Bars are back to 25% capacity limits and restaurants 50% after EO 14 went into effect in Anchorage. Some establishments say they feel singled out and targeted once again.

The owner of Alaska Snowmobile Salvage is convinced the extra $600 per week that the federal government added to unemployment benefits is making it hard for some employees to return to work.

As case numbers continue to rise, some hotel workers are not feeling safe about who is staying with them.

The pushed back date to file 2019 taxes is tomorrow, July 15th. If you haven't yet, here's some last minute tips to get them in.

The coronavirus pandemic, coupled with the surge in home improvement projects, is causing a lumber shortage.

A task force set up by the Anchorage mayor to help businesses navigate through the pandemic is now looking at what the economic future looks like for our community.

The latest employment statistics for Anchorage show the city had 18,000 fewer jobs in May 2020 than May 2019.

Alaska businesses have been hit hard by the pandemic, but there's good news for some industries like commercial and residential roofing.

If tenants live in a property that has been financed by government loans, they can't be evicted until July 25. However, it's risky to not pay, banking on that according to local property managers.

A local aesthetics salon has closed one of its two locations as a result of a staff shortage caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Although the Alaska Legislature did not extend the moratorium on evictions, foreclosures, and repossessions of motor vehicles, the federal CARES Act moratorium is still in place until July 25.

Watch here: 11:00 a.m. Mat-Su Press Conference ahead of July 4th celebrations.

A tour company that operates out of Seward has shut down operations on its boats after two of its staff members tested positive for the coronavirus.

Just because you can't go to the Alaska State Fair this year, doesn't mean you can't get a taste of it.

As more Alaskans go back to work, state economists are watching to see how many of those jobs don't come back and what the economic consequences are to the state.

Some of Alaska's professional services businesses are still busy while others are unsure if projects will move forward due to the pandemic.

After four years in business, Marco T's Pizzeria will close it's doors Sunday, June 21. Meantime, a new scoop shop has opened its doors in Anchorage.

2020 was supposed to be a year of growth for the construction industry.

A look at how did the pandemic is affecting the healthcare industry?

One of the things Alaska is most known for is its beautiful scenery. hHundreds of people take advantage of that beauty and use it as a backdrop for their weddings. However, it seems as though COVID-19 has brought that to a halt-- for now.

A spokesperson says ConocoPhillips plans to resume normal production operations on Alaska’s North Slope in July.

Alaska's senior senator held a committee hearing on COVID-19 impacts on the energy industry.

Last year tourism in Anchorage was record-breaking, according to Visit Anchorage. This year industry insiders expect a bleak season.

Many of Alaska's non-profit organizations are trying to figure out how they'll move forward, including the arts, which may be one of the hardest hit communities.