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Tucson Economic, Job Growth Accelerating in 2016

Jun 3, 2016 UA economist Hammond says activity picking up in what may be long-term improvement.

Raytheon President: Defense Spending Bill May Allow Growth

Jun 2, 2016 Money supports Tomahawk, air-to-air missiles from plant employing 9,600.

Arizona Ports of Entry Funnel Billions in International Trade

May 27, 2016 Arizona Week goes to the state's busiest crossing point– the Mariposa Port of Entry

AAA: 2M Arizonans Will Travel for Memorial Day Weekend

May 27, 2016 79 percent of those who leave their homes will get to their destinations by car.

Tucson Business Community's Role in Landing New JFK Flight

May 27, 2016 $3 million was incentive for American Airlines for route expected to boost tourism.

Tucson- New York City Direct Flight Takes Off in October

May 23, 2016 Daily flights will connect Tucson International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport

One Woman's Fight for Mental Health Care in Rural Arizona

May 19, 2016 Also on Arizona Spotlight: The vote on Prop 123; help for women entrepreneurs in Tucson; and a dream fulfilled after four decades of ambition.

Port's New Rail 'Off Ramp' Could Be Boost For Tucson's Logistics

May 19, 2016 Addition at Port of Tucson allows easy access to Union Pacific mainline.

Tucson Area Home Sales Numbers Up, Inventory Down

May 19, 2016 Local market continues to recover, but number of homes for sale is still a weakness.

Marana, Oro Valley Lead Pima County Population Growth

May 19, 2016 More than half of all new residents to Tucson area live in northwest side towns.

Port of Tucson Upgrade Eases Access to Freight Train Line

May 12, 2016 The port's new 'off ramp' gives large trains the ability to enter/exit the port to load and unload

How Did Business Fare in Arizona Legislative Session?

May 12, 2016 Startups, sharing economy could profit; developers in Cochise County lose.

Tucson Home Price Growth Good, But Lags US Average

May 10, 2016 Median sales price in Tucson rising slower than national average, but healthy for local economy.

Number of Underwater Homes Continues to Sink in Tucson

May 9, 2016 Homes that are equity-rich now outnumber homes that are worth less than the mortgage balance

Pima County Faces Scrutiny over Space Company Lease

May 6, 2016 Goldwater Institute says lease violates Arizona Constitution, county says it's legal.

Compromise Sought over Rooftop Solar Pay Rates

May 6, 2016 Solar City, APS could soon set future for rooftop solar in talks.

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