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A canal carries water from the Colorado River to tribal land in Arizona.

Hedge fund buys $100 million of land in La Paz County

Aug 20, 2024 Land is in an area that has little regulation on groundwater pumping, and could be sent elsewhere in the state.
Arizona has embraced the legalization of sports betting, and sites including FanDuel at Footprint Center have helped the state become second fastest in the nation to reach a billion dollars in total wagers.

Betting on the future: Legalized sports gambling thrives, but at what cost to students and athletes?

Aug 18, 2024 In April, the state outpaced the betting mecca of Nevada, with almost $100 million more wagered at sportsbooks.
ByBlocks, produced by ByFusion from non-recyclable plastic waste.

The Buzz: New ways to recycle plastic in Arizona

Aug 16, 2024 Companies find new ways to help residents give plastic another life.
Costco Wholesale sign

Costco says it's going to start cracking down on membership sharing

Aug 12, 2024 Shoppers will have to start scanning their membership cards at the entrances to Costco warehouses rather than just presenting them to a store employee.
Twenty-dollar bills.

Hobbs revives infrastructure bank for rural and tribal projects after 10-year hiatus

Aug 12, 2024 The Greater Arizona Development Authority expects to finance between $50 to $100 million within the next year. 
An AI generated image illustrating "The Challenges of AI in the Workplace".

10 reasons why AI may be overrated

Aug 6, 2024 A growing chorus of naysayers is expressing doubts about how game-changing generative AI will actually be for the economy.
Stock ticker

The Dow Jones plunges over 1,000 points as markets are rocked by U.S. economy fears

Aug 5, 2024 Stocks fell sharply Monday, as worries about the U.S. economy sparked a world-wide sell-off.
Sweet Potato Mac and Cheese by chef Kathy Gunst.

Inflation math is changing America's dinner plans

Aug 4, 2024 Higher prices have Americans choosing between splurging a bit at the supermarket over going out to eat.
A house with desert landscape.

New rule may affect buying a home in Arizona starting in August

Aug 4, 2024 Those looking to buy a new home may need to sign a contract with a real estate agent beginning this month.
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Albertsons-Kroger merger on hold

Jul 25, 2024 Arizona and other states are challenging the merger.
Southwest Airlines passengers wait to depart at Dallas Love Field.

Southwest Airlines says ‘assigned and premium seating’ will replace open seating plan

Jul 25, 2024 After some 50 years, Southwest passengers will soon encounter a different process when they book and board a flight.
Arizona has long been a hotspot for golfers looking to keep up their game as weather elsewhere turns cold. But, for just as long, the state has been working to limit water use by golf courses. How much of a part does golf play in Arizona's water issues?

Dry but alive: Rethinking golf's green lawns

Jul 24, 2024 Golf is a commonly blamed culprit of Arizona's water woes. How much water goes to the state's courses?
An unemployment insurance claims office.

AZ unemployment drops, remains at record low

Jul 18, 2024 The rate drop counters common seasonal trends.
Items on shelves at a grocery store. Shrinkflation is defined as a sneaky form of inflation, where, instead of just raising prices, companies shrink the amount of the product they provide in packages.

How to fight shrinkflation? Pay attention to unit prices at grocery stores

Jul 9, 2024 Some manufacturers are making the packaging smaller but charging the same prices as they were prior to the reduction in size.
A sprinkler runs on a hot day in Phoenix.

Tucson's new conservation program aims to save water by removing ornamental grass

Jul 8, 2024 Apartment complexes and commercial buildings are being urged to remove grass landscaping and conserve water — in exchange for a rebate from the city.
The number pad and cash dispenser at an ATM.

International athletes watch from sidelines as U.S. peers cash in on NIL deals

Jul 6, 2024 In July 2021, the NCAA approved a policy that allows college athletes to monetize their NIL.

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