METRO WEEK: Tucson Job Center Gets National Attention
One formerly homeless veteran got education, job with help from employment program.
Economist: Tucson Growth Will Outpace National by 2017
Government spending and population growth will spur economy, UA analyst says.
Pima County Boosts Solar Electricity Usage
Supes unanimously approve 11 new solar installations on county property
Oro Valley Group Files Recall Petitions For 3 Council Members
Targeted officials voted in favor of El Conquistador Country Club purchase.
Proposed Broadway Road Expansion Plan Now Public
Plan would widen the road to six lanes east of downtown through Country Club Road
Pima County Invites Public Input on Comprehensive Plan
Pima Prospers is a blueprint for community services
New Bill Would Establish Insurance Requirements for Ridesharing
Those using ride-for-hire apps would need insurance beyond personal plan
Corporation Commission Race Centers on Role of State's Largest Utility
Democratic candidates say APS has poured $2M in support of Republican duo; GOP candidates deny involvement.
AZ Opens Trade, Investment Office in Mexico City
Arizona Commerce Authority will run it, focus to improve business relationship; city of Tucson will be a partner.
METRO WEEK: Efforts Under Way to Ease Cross-Border Business
Arizona, Sonora states working to improve infrastructure, regional cooperation.
City Prepares for Streetcar Inauguration
First 3 days, rides are free; will run from morning hour to late at night in 10, 20 and 30-minute intervals.
Metro Week: Pima County Property Taxes Likely Going Up
Supervisors to decide between budget cuts, raising tax.
Tucson Pursuing Two More Annexations
City attempting to fill in pockets of unincorporated areas and increase revenue; pursue adding 150 homes near I-10 and Valencia in next few weeks.
Raytheon Receives $350M Pentagon Contract
U.S. Dept. of Defense orders company's newest model of its SM-3 missile; orders 44 items total, including missile, accompanying materials.
Forecast: Tucson Recession Jobs Lost Recovered by 2016
City added 6,000 jobs in past year in what economists point to as sign of improvement, with pace to continue.
