Business and Economics

State Begins Study for Possible 'Sonoran Corridor' Routes

Jun 5, 2017 Proposed highway would allow commercial traffic from the east and south to bypass I-10/I-19 interchange.

Episode 318: Exploring the Landscape of Housing in Arizona

Jun 2, 2017 The state's most expensive market may not be where you expect.

Are Mexican Shoppers Buying More North of Border?

Jun 2, 2017 Mexican customs payments would indicate so, but US merchants say no.

Foreign Investors Buy Green Cards, Fund Casa Grande Project

Jun 1, 2017 The EB-5 visa program is a way for foreigners to purchase up to 10 U.S. visas.

South Tucson to Receive $300K for Contaminated Sites

May 31, 2017 The funding will go to assessing "brownfield" sites to promote redevelopment in the city, the EPA says.

Arizona, Sonora Officials Seek Better Transportation

May 30, 2017 Bilateral commission meeting this week will focus on improved air, rail service.

787,000 Arizonans Expected to Travel for Holiday

May 26, 2017 Anticipated travel by state residents up 3% from last year, despite higher costs.

Downtown Tucson Renewal Sparks Office Space Interest

May 25, 2017 Tucson's high-rises, including its tallest, are destinations for business, legal sectors.

Mexico And Canada: NAFTA Changes Require 3-Nation Effort

May 25, 2017 Following trade official's announcement, Canada and Mexico emphasize trilateral agreement.

TEP Deal to Provide Solar Electricity for 21K Homes

May 24, 2017 The array, to be finished in 2019, will be the largest in TEP's renewable energy portfolio.

State Revenues Drop in April, But Analysts Say No Cause for Concern

May 23, 2017 Still plenty of money, and tax time explains volatility, they said.

Tucson Wages Grow Slower Than Phoenix, State

May 22, 2017 Wages up by less than 2 percent; Arizona average is 5.5 percent.

Episode 138: Sales Tax Passes - Tucson's Plans to Spend on Roads, Safety

May 19, 2017 Plus: decriminalizing mental illness, the end of the Legislative session and the state of the city budget.

NAFTA Renegotiation Could Come as Early as August

May 18, 2017 Trade official signals administration's intentions; Arizonans watching closely.

Arizona Unemployment Sees No Change April-March

May 18, 2017 State official said other indicators show positive growth despite flat joblessness rate.

Tohono O'odham, State Settle Glendale Casino Dispute

May 17, 2017 Tribe will get top gaming certificate and liquor license, agree to no other Phoenix area gaming.

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