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The exterior of the AC Marriott Hotel in downtown Tucson.

Tourist Office: Tucson Hotel Industry Booming

Jan 31, 2019 Revenue hit $415 million in 2018, marking the 6th consecutive year of revenue growth in Tucson.
The Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona.

Food Bank Helping Unpaid Federal Workers

Jan 24, 2019 Federal prison, FAA and TSA employees receive food during shutdown.
Produce distributors in Nogales and Santa Cruz County want to add a cold inspection facility to the Mariposa Port of Entry in Nogales, Arizona, to promote the import of berries, leafy greens and other produce from Mexico in the hot summer months.

Budget Plan Includes Funding for Nogales Cold Inspection Facility

Jan 22, 2019 The facility could extend the produce import season into the summer months.
Downtown Tucson seen from afar. The skyline of downtown Tucson was ominous during a heat wave last summer. 2023 was one of the hottest years ever recorded in Arizona.

Tucson Metro Chamber on Factors Impacting Growth in Region

Jan 18, 2019 A discussion with President and CEO Amber Smith.
The TEP Building in downtown Tucson

Utilities Offer Help to Unpaid Federal Workers

Jan 17, 2019 TEP and Southwest Gas will cancel late fees and disconnections.
Beer making at Borderlands Brewing Company.

Shutdown Hampers Tucson Brewery's Plans to Grow

Jan 14, 2019 Loan processing and exportation are on hold according to Borderlands Brewing, putting financial pressure on the small business.
Susan Mergenthal, left, and Michelle Criner are federally contracted employees who say they've been impacted by the federal government shutdown.

Tucsonans Feel Impact of Federal Shutdown

Jan 11, 2019 Employees and contractors are set to miss paychecks.
Kids at school.

Report: More Than 100 Arizona Charter Schools Could Close

Jan 10, 2019 Excessive debt and other financial troubles will lead to the closures, according to the Grand Canyon Institute.
Neiman Marcus is paying multiple states as part of a settlement over a data breach.

Arizona to Receive Settlement From Neiman Marcus Over Data Breach

Jan 9, 2019 Multiple states are receiving money after credit and debit cards had been compromised via the retailer.
A Pemex gas station near the city of Nogales, Sonora.

Mexican Drivers Near the Border Still Paying More for Gas

Jan 9, 2019 The new president promised lower gas prices in the border region, but the cost is still cheaper on the U.S. side.
Tucson Hispanic Chamber President and CEO Lydia Aranda.

New Tucson Hispanic Chamber Leader on 2019 Priorities

Jan 7, 2019 A discussion with President and CEO Lydia Aranda.
Services like E-Verify have been limited due to the partial government shutdown.

Shutdown Means No E-Verify for Arizona Hospitality Industry

Jan 4, 2019 The break in the system to verify someone can legally work in the U.S. comes at the start of the peak season.
A still image from the film "Roma" by director Alfonso Cuarón.

'Roma' Film Spotlights Plight Of Mexico’s Domestic Workers

Jan 3, 2019 Labor advocates in Mexico are using the movie to push for improved conditions for real-life domestic workers.
The Hermosillo Ford plant is one of the largest employers in the city. A preliminary trade deal between Mexico and the United States would increase the portion of components that must come from North American manufacturers.

Sonora Looks to Gain From New NAFTA Car Parts Rules

Dec 21, 2018 No made-in-Sonora parts are being used, but that could soon change.
A key in a door lock.

State Funding Aims to Reduce Evictions in Pima County

Dec 21, 2018 A Department of Housing grant targets the county's "hardest hit" areas to help people stay in their houses when facing financial distress.
A woman crosses the street in Nogales, Sonora.

Mexican Minimum Wage Along Border Set to Double Next Year

Dec 20, 2018 The increase, which goes into effect Jan. 1, is one of a number of campaign promises made by the new president.

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