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Students in the Semiconductor Technician Quick Start training course at Mesa Community College practice while wearing “bunny suits,” the required workwear at fabrication plants.

Phoenix's semiconductor hiring is slow despite federal investment

May 7, 2024 The government is spending billions to support semiconductor manufacturing in the U.S. But trainees seeking chipmaking jobs may have to wait.
“What we have been able to do with developers is make them understand that not only is there an environmental advantage to saving the trees ... there's also a monetary advantage,” says Rob Kater, owner of Native Resources

As Phoenix makes way for semiconductor factories, this business is saving the native plants that were there first

May 2, 2024 Here's the story of one business at the intersection of conservation and growth amid Phoenix’s semiconductor boom.

The documentary "The Happiest Country in the World: Finland" explores the reasons why.

May 1, 2024 Also on Arizona Spotlight: What "Bad Art Night" at the Arizona Science Center offers the creatively curious; "I Dream in Widescreen 2024" showcases a new class of film makers; and "Stories That Soar!" offers a 4th grader's perspective on "Self Love".
Construction workers take a lunch break in downtown Phoenix. The city has gained almost 200,000 new residents since 2020, according to the Census Bureau, fueling a construction boom.

CHIPS funds are heading to Phoenix, “ground zero for the new economy”

May 1, 2024 An influx of federal investment in the city's semiconductor industry is meant to reshape the economy. But will it work?
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Navigating the Arizona Housing Crisis: Millennials struggle to afford the American Dream

Apr 29, 2024 Exploring barriers for young buyers amidst soaring prices and dwindling inventory.
Pages from the United Healthcare website are displayed on a computer screen, Feb. 29, 2024, in New York. UnitedHealth says files with personal information that could cover “a substantial portion of people in America” may have been taken in the cyberattack on its Change Healthcare business. The company said Monday, April 22, 2024 after markets closed that it sees no signs that doctor charts or full medical histories were released after the attack.

UnitedHealth says wide swath of patient files may have been taken in Change cyberattack

Apr 23, 2024 UnitedHealth says files with personal information that could cover a "substantial portion of people in America" may have been taken in the cyberattack on its Change Healthcare business.
Bananas in the produce section of a grocery store.

Kroger, Albertsons — still hoping to merge — agree to sell more stores to satisfy regulators

Apr 22, 2024 The companies now plan to sell 579 Kroger and Albertsons stores in markets where they overlap.
University of Arizona President Dr. Robert C. Robbins speaks during an Arizona Board of Regents meeting on April 18, 2024.

UA's fiscal woes improve: projected $52 million deficit after cuts

Apr 18, 2024 The announcement was made during the Arizona Board of Regents meeting on Thursday.
The unhoused often have to travel throughout the city looking to find safe places to settle for the night.

There is hope for the homeless at Sister Josè Women's Center.

Apr 11, 2024 Also on Arizona Spotlight: The holistic housing approach of "I Am You 360"; and 10-Minute Dramas returns with "It's Saturday".
President Joe Biden listens to Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger, left, as Intel factory manager Hugh Green listens, during a tour of the Intel Ocotillo Campus, in Chandler, Ariz., Wednesday, March 20, 2024.

Arizona’s Clean Tech Boom: $90 billion invested, ‘thousands of jobs created'

Apr 8, 2024 Driving innovation and employment growth in the fight against climate change
According to a 2023 Pew Research survey, tipping expectations have grown over the past few years.

What is the new etiquette for tipping?

Mar 26, 2024 While some experts say much of the etiquette remains the same, there are a few new variables to keep in mind.
A graph showing the drop in job openings from 4.9% in December 2023 to 4.3% in late January 2024.

February employment statistics show hiring slowdown

Mar 21, 2024 The Arizona Office of Economic Opportunity have released February’s employment report.
President Joe Biden listens to Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger, left, as Intel factory manager Hugh Green listens, during a tour of the Intel Ocotillo Campus, in Chandler, Ariz., Wednesday, March 20, 2024.

Biden touts Arizona as America's 'future' as government invests $8.5 billion in chipmaker Intel

Mar 20, 2024 The Biden administration has predicted that the cash infusion should help the U.S. boost its global share of advanced chip production from zero to 20%.
Full house at Arizona Stadium, 2017.

Study shows UA sports send Tucson economy soaring

Mar 12, 2024 The report cites Wildcats football, basketball and other events bringing big spenders to town.
University of Arizona's 22nd president, Robert C. Robbins.

UA President takes 10% pay cut amid university fiscal woes

Mar 4, 2024 The Arizona Board of Regents will approve his pay cut at an upcoming board meeting.
Looking west across the University of Arizona mall. The Student Union Memorial Center and Old Main can both been seen.

Arizona Board of Regents Chair steps down

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

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