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Arizona has suffered more than nearly every other state from the housing bubble burst and mortgage financing meltdown of the last three years, and as a result, recovery will take a while, an economist says.

Housing Rebound Will Come Slowly in Arizona

Jun 4, 2011 Glut of foreclosed homes, short sales keep prices low; recovery 5 or more years away - click to watch Episode 21

Beginning a Business in Tough Times

Jun 1, 2011 Despite economic doldrums, local merchants secure needed loans for their start-up companies

Web Feature: A Labor of Love

May 19, 2011 An entrepreneur devotes the last years of his life to a Tucson Mountains outpost

Episode 17: Jobs Picture Improves for College Grads

May 6, 2011 Arizona universities report increased recruitment activities by employers big and small
The University of Arizona and BICAS, Bicycle Inter-Community Arts and Salvage, are working on a project to try to recycle bicycles abandoned by students who leave for the summer.

How to Recycle a Bicycle

May 4, 2011 Bicycle organization and University of Arizona team up to collect and reuse unwanted bicycles
Despite a decrease in the number of apprehensions along the border, members of the Arizona Cattlemen's Association want additional resources and personnel along the border.

Ranching's Risky Business in Southern Arizona

Apr 27, 2011 Local ranchers say they want more resources and protection on the border to cope with illegal immigration.
Arizona Week

Episode 15: A Legislative Wrapup

Apr 22, 2011 The Arizona Legislature closed its regular session this week in a rush of bill passages and hijinks
The willow acacia is a desirable decorative tree for many homeowners in Arizona, but this year's extremely cold temperatures tested many of these usually hardy plants to the limits.

Stressed Trees Spark Planting Shift

Apr 8, 2011 When the thermometer dipped into the teens earlier this year, it damaged or killed many trees; now a popular city program is helping residents pick up the pieces
Lawmakers have until midnight April 8 to agree on a budget or the government will shut down.

What the Shutdown Means for Us

Apr 7, 2011 Arizona prepares for the local impact of a national problem, as a budget deal continues to elude the nation's leaders
Online options for books, music or movies are forcing brick and mortar establishments to adapt to the changing marketplace in order to keep attracting customers.

Digital, Traditional or Both?

Apr 7, 2011 Tucson's book, music and video stores face an evolving and competitive marketplace.
Despite the tough economy, some people are taking chances on new businesses and women are a vital part of the entrepreneurs.

Making Business Dreams Come True

Mar 16, 2011 More women are taking chances on following their professional passions, in spite of the recession
Arizona struggles to draw large corporate employers, says state Board of Regents Chair Anne Mariucci.

Episode 9: Business and the Skilled Workforce

Mar 11, 2011 Another round of funding cuts to the state's public universities bodes ill for the economy, regent chair says

Episode 8: Medicaid Cuts Could Constrict State's Recovery

Mar 4, 2011 Health care for working poor, insurance rates, and the overall economy would all suffer if Arizona slashes or stops AHCCCS, experts say
Merchants and tourists say they see more bustle and vibrancy in Tucson's urban chore.

Downtown's Development Evolves

Mar 1, 2011 More businesses are taking a chance on moving to downtown Tucson
Gov. Jan Brewer (R) touts her business development plan as the key to "turning our economy around."

Episode 6: 'Arizona Is Open for Business'

Feb 18, 2011 GOP governor says economic development package will put Arizona ahead of recovery
Tucson groups are working on a campaign to promote the area's attributes.

Is Tucson's Image Tarnished?

Feb 17, 2011 As local organizations work to reduce negative perceptions of the city in the wake of the Jan. 8 shooting, tourists say they'll continue visiting

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