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Study shows UA sports send Tucson economy soaring

The report cites Wildcats football, basketball and other events bringing big spenders to town.
March 12, 2024

UA President takes 10% pay cut amid university fiscal woes

The Arizona Board of Regents will approve his pay cut at an upcoming board meeting.
March 4, 2024

Arizona Board of Regents Chair steps down

ABOR Chair-elect Cecilia Mata will "assume the responsibilities".
March 1, 2024

Mayes sues RealPage and 9 major landlords over rising rents

AG claims RealPage's "revenue management" algorithm is illegal price fixing.
February 28, 2024

The Buzz: What happens when Washington comes to town?

The Buzz rides along as a federal advisor goes on a tour with city officials.
February 23, 2024

Arizona secures $10.3 million investment for ecosystem restoration

The federal investment strengthens conservation efforts and combats invasive threats
February 22, 2024

Bisbee Main Street fire's cause still unknown

The mayor set to give an update at City Council meeting Tuesday
February 20, 2024

Votes of no confidence under consideration in UA staff council and faculty senate

Some faculty and staff at the University of Arizona are feeling left out of key financial planning discussions.
January 30, 2024

UA announces budget cuts, layoffs amid financial crisis

If no changes are made, the university is expected to continue a deficit spending of $177 million.
January 30, 2024

The Buzz: Combatting Generational Poverty in Pima County

A new effort aims to help those who are born into poverty move up the socio-economic ladder.
January 26, 2024

The Buzz: How the state went from a surplus to a deficit

Two economists walk through how the state is facing a projected $1.7 billion deficit by the end of FY 25 after starting last year with a $2.5 billion surplus.
January 19, 2024

The Gadsden Hotel lays off employees, temporarily closes restaurant and bar

20 out of 32 employees across the hotel and restaurant were laid off two days after the Christmas holiday
January 9, 2024

Former UA CFO retains $500,000 salary in new role amid fiscal challenges

Former University of Arizona Chief Financial Officer Lisa Rulney, after resigning amid a fiscal crisis, keeps her salary exceeding $500,000 in a new advisory role.
January 9, 2024

Home affordability continues to shrink in Arizona

Buying a median priced-home could take more than half an average salary in some AZ counties.
January 2, 2024

The Buzz: Looking back and ahead at our economy

Economists say growth is likely to slow, but not stop, in the region and nation.
December 29, 2023

The Buzz: A legislative look-ahead at water and agriculture

The new legislative session is weeks away, so we look at the state's top water user.
December 22, 2023

Ciscomani meets with city and county officials, discuss economic issues surrounding U.S.-Mexico border

The Congressman criticized the Biden Administration's decision to temporarily close the Lukeville Port of Entry.
December 20, 2023

New project developments underway for South32 Hermosa project

Mining company addresses community health, workforce development and transparency in Hermosa critical minerals project
December 16, 2023

Relishing their jobs: Meet the wonder women of the Weinermobile

Oscar-Meyer “hotdoggers” spend a full year driving the iconic hot dog across the country.
November 24, 2023

Arizona Thanksgiving meal cost down 28% as turkey prices decrease

Arizona consumers faced “historically high” prices for their Thanksgiving meal ingredients in 2022.
November 23, 2023
VIDEO

BIPOC Entrepreneurs

How the Community Investment Corporation is empowering BIPOC entrepreneurs with interest free micro loans in Southern Arizona.
January 11, 2024

Arizona Cuisine

Chefs Brett Vibber and Jaren Bates are redefining Arizona cuisine through foraged ingredients, indigenous foods, and an innovative menu.
September 5, 2023

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.
July 27, 2023

Sierra Vista's Germany - The German Cafe

Meet the friendly faces behind The German Cafe in Sierra Vista
May 19, 2023

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.
February 6, 2023

Jane Hamilton

Three decades ago she had $400 in the bank and was raising four children as a single mother, but that didn’t stop Jane Hamilton from starting her own business.
February 3, 2023
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