The first-ever "Tombstone Festival of Western Books" to be celebrated
Residents are holding the event ahead of the Tucson Festival of Books
‘It’s not just about salary’: Workers’ market gives employees opportunities, help against inflation headwinds
Hourly wages in the state grew 5.7% from December 2021 to December 2022.
Arizona governor vetoes bill eliminating tax on rentals
The state does not tax rent payments, but many local governments do.
Pima County cuts new deal with World View
Previous lease with near-space exploration firm was "unconstitutional."
Phoenix led the nation in inflation in 2022, but rise may slow in 2023
In Arizona, the biggest increases came in the price of gas.
The Buzz: A look at Arizona's new government
The Inauguration of November's winners comes as the legislative session nears.
Busker nation: Outside of sporting events, street performers capture soundtrack of Phoenix life
Contemporary musicians like Ed Sheeran and Tracy Chapman started their careers as buskers.
Supporters: Debt collection act an important protection, but not a cure-all
The new law lowers the interest rate that businesses or debt collectors can levy on medical debt from the previous 10% to 3%.
Report: Home affordability an issue in Pima County, across Arizona
A report from Attom Data Solutions highlights the gap between media home price and average earnings.
Think tank says education aggregate expenditure limit should be ended permanently
The Grand Canyon Institute report claims AEL is bad for Arizona schools and the state's economy.
Arizona slipped from top 10 in Pentagon spending, but defense economy still strong
The defense industry remains a pillar of the state’s economy.
The Buzz: Looking back on 2022
Newsworthy interviews and topics that we addressed this year.
The Buzz: Forecasting the Southern Arizona economy for 2023
Job market expected to remain strong, but housing remains major cause of inflation.
‘C’ you later: Cannabis sales soar, but don’t threaten Arizona’s 5 C’s yet
Sales of marijuana in Arizona soared to $1.6 billion in 2021, just one year after recreational pot was legalized in the state, making Arizona second only to California for retail sales that year.
County approves "gigafactory" for lithium batteries
Utah startup plans to hire 1,000 workers.
