Business and Economy

Is it the flu or is it COVID? One at-home test can tell you

The FDA recently authorized the iHealth at-home test for the SARS-CoV2 virus and two strains of the flu virus.

AZ unemployment ticks up, remains low

Joblessness went up slightly for a third time in four months, but remains near historic low.

Tucson Roadrunners battle uncertainty, changes to keep professional hockey alive in Arizona

Questions surrounding the Roadrunners’ future in Arizona exploded after the relocation of the Coyotes’ hockey operations.

How some of Pima County’s youngest voters feel about casting their ballots

Arizona’s Gen Z voters set to shape the 2024 election.

Tucson likely to become host of Indoor Football League championship game

Rio Nuevo board offers to pay $1 million for a 3-year deal to host the annual event.

State forecast predicts AZ job growth rate to triple national rate

AZ economists see 1.3% growth on average through 2033.

Recreational marijuana home delivery to begin in Arizona

The Arizona Department of Health Services is expanding home delivery to anyone 21 and older.

The Assistance League of Tucson celebrates 65 years of helping community members.

Since being founded in the late 1950s, the organization has continued to grow.

Vance repeats mass deportation promises at second Tucson rally

"We gotta get those people out of our country," he said.

The minimum wage for tipped workers is on the ballot in two states, including here in Arizona

In Massachusetts and Arizona, voters will decide if a lower official wage for tipped workers should be phased out or made permanent.

Tipped workers’ wages at risk? AZ Prop. 138 explained

Proposition 138 proposes changes to the tip credit system in Arizona, but critics warn of wage cuts for service workers.

Canceling subscriptions has to be as easy as signing up, the FTC says in a new rule

Federal regulators receive around 70 complaints a day about charges for subscriptions that are difficult to cancel or that people don't realize they accepted in the first place.

Walgreens will close 1,200 stores, hoping for a turnaround

The convenience-store part of pharmacy chains has been losing shoppers to Amazon, Walmart, Costco, and grocery stores.

7-Eleven to close over 400 stores in North America

The convenience store chain is shuttering “underperforming” locations, citing inflation pressures, slowed traffic, and a shift in consumer appetites.

U.S. to hand over pest inspections of Mexican avocados to Mexico

California avocado growers are fuming about a U.S. decision to halt inspections of Mexican orchards by the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

Alcohol-free beer is gaining popularity, even at Oktoberfest

This year marked the first time an alcohol-free beer garden opened in Munich.

The Buzz: Arizona's rural water fight continues

Debate over how to regulate groundwater pumping continue, with some officials calling for immediate action.

Arizona unemployment remained historically low in August

The state's first-ever streak of sub-3.5% unemployment continued through the end of the summer.

Southwest Gas bills should drop for customers in October

A Corporation Commission filing shows the company is zeroing out a fee on bills

AG Mayes wants approval of new well for Saudi-backed alfalfa farm revoked

Mayes letter to state water department requests action within 10 business days.

Farewell to Full Service

The A&M Shell Service Station on East Speedway has been owned by Arnold Mendez since 1965 and is one of the only full-service stations that still exists in Tucson.

BIPOC Entrepreneurs

How the Community Investment Corporation is empowering BIPOC entrepreneurs with interest free micro loans in Southern Arizona.

Arizona Cuisine

Chefs Brett Vibber and Jaren Bates are redefining Arizona cuisine through foraged ingredients, indigenous foods, and an innovative menu.

Ignis Clothing

Ian Urquhart is focused on quality street wear at an affordable price, he will be heading to New York Fashion Week this September where Ignis Clothing will be hitting the runway.

Sierra Vista's Germany - The German Cafe

Meet the friendly faces behind The German Cafe in Sierra Vista

St. Philips Art Market

Take a stroll through Tucson's most iconic weekly open air market focused on uniquely local artists, makers, creators, and food businesses.