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Preparing to cut the ribbon on the Port of Tucson's new 'off-ramp' are (left to right): Port VP Matt Levin, Union Pacific's Paul McDonald and Wes Lujan (back), Pima County Supervisor Sharon Bronson, Port President Alan Levin and his wife Jan.

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.
An Arizona home.

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.

Pie Party Celebrates Tucson's Sweet Side

May 5, 2016 Also on Arizona Spotlight: A wrap on the 2017 State Budget; a doctor from Pakistan makes a difference in Marana; new book details UA role in space exploration.

Davis-Monthan at 75 Years: What's Its Military Future?

Apr 29, 2016 Metro Week explores the past, present and future of Air Force base in Tucson.

Town Hall: Better Roads Would Strengthen Trade with Mexico

Apr 29, 2016 Business, government leaders lament infrastructure issues hampering imports, exports.

William Shatner Brings his World to Tucson

Apr 28, 2016 Also on Arizona Spotlight: Pros & Cons of Prop 123; the latest on the state budget dealmaking; and a Tucson man plans to work his way across all 50 states.
Juan Bayardo, who also goes by John, will be traveling with his truck and tools to the 48 contiguous states. He'll take an airplane to Alaska and Hawaii.

Tools and Trade In All 50 States

Apr 28, 2016 Tucson resident plans to travel across the country to "get gigs" and meet new people.
A-10s from Davis-Monthan Air Force Base taxi at March Air Reserve Base, California. February 1, 2016

Air Force: Davis-Monthan Impact $1.5B, 4,500 Jobs

Apr 25, 2016 Annual analysis puts air base's economic contribution at 5% of county GDP.
The scene at Cinema La Placita, a warm-weather, outdoor theater in open space at La Placita Village.

La Placita Village Tenants Given July 31 Move-Out Deadline

Apr 22, 2016 Colorful, iconic downtown Tucson office complex may be torn down for redevelopment.

Has Tucson Residential Real Estate Market Recovered?

Apr 22, 2016 Four consecutive months of positive indicators, most March sales in 10 years.

First-Time Buyers Push Tucson Housing Market's Strong Trend

Apr 20, 2016 Lower-priced sales dominate post recession volume, Realty association reports.
McNeeley got clean at The Haven and started learning how to deal with her anger and parse through the trauma of her past. "It taught me so much mindfulness and self-awareness about myself," she said.

Stories of Success After Prison at the Second Chance Forum

Apr 20, 2016 For the nearly 20,000 people released from prison in Arizona each year, finding a job can be difficult.

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