Federal grant cuts hit Pima County Health Department, impacting jobs and services
County officials brace for workforce reductions as major grants are terminated.
Arizona unemployment rate hits 4% for first time since late 2021
The rate has climbed slowly after hitting an historic low in early 2024.
Pima County reviews $150 million federal grants at risk amid funding freeze
County officials assess potential financial losses, job impacts and budget adjustments.
Forecast predicts slowed but continued job growth in Arizona
State economists predict most sectors and counties will continue to add workers in the coming years.
'It was the very beginning of my career': National Park Service layoffs impact Southern Arizona
National park job cuts spark concerns over conservation, tourism and the future of public lands.
Gems, Minerals, Fossils, Food, and Friends
International visitors flock to Tucson for the annual shiny shows.
AZ unemployment rate goes up, but remains under national number
Joblessness ticked up, but is still under where it was at this time a year ago.
Arizona Senator Ruben Gallego questions Energy Secretary nominee on nuclear and clean energy
Chris Wright discusses small modular reactors, clean energy provisions and Arizona’s energy future during Senate hearing.
Special Eats
Changing lives one grilled cheese at a time
Governor Katie Hobbs targets school voucher reform and accountability in State of the State Address
Hobbs outlines 2025 plans for housing, childcare, education reform, water security, and public safety.
Pascua Yaqui Tribe breaks ground on culturally significant land for third casino
The new casino is expected to create upwards of 500 new jobs.
The Buzz: What will Arizona's economy be like in 2025?
We recap the year and take a look ahead with two economists.
UA "stabilizes" financial reserves but faces pressure to accelerate growth and faculty support
UA stabilizes finances one year since the announcement of its fiscal issues, but low reserves and low faculty morale persist under new leadership.
AZ unemployment ticks up, remains low
Joblessness went up slightly for a third time in four months, but remains near historic low.
State forecast predicts AZ job growth rate to triple national rate
AZ economists see 1.3% growth on average through 2033.
