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METRO WEEK: Economic Recovery Slow in Tucson

Reasons, ramifications and resolutions from Tucson and Phoenix economists.

Private-Sector Slowness Keeps Arizona Jobless Rate at 6.3%

Private sector sluggish, adding 500 jobs; back-to-school hires bring 28,000 government jobs.

Sahuarita Council OKs Big Housing Plan for Pecan Farm

Long-term plan calls for replacing pecan trees with houses on almost 3,000 acres.

Tucson Housing Market Continues Slow Climb

September home sales show residential real estate still recovering steadily.

METRO WEEK: Pro/Con Debate on Pima County Bond Election

$816 million borrowing proposal would require higher property taxes.

Defense Funding, Including for A-10, Passes US Senate

Bill moves through despite Obama veto threat; McCain pushes back.

Another Big Student Housing Structure Coming Near UA

Building joins complex west of campus, will have 104 apartments.

Health Care Booms in Southern Arizona

Numbers of medical jobs grow in industry that's about more than making money.

Tucson Tries Another College Football Bowl Game

'Arizona Bowl' will be Dec. 29, featuring teams from Mountain West and Conference USA.

Latino-Owned Businesses Growth Rapid in Arizona

Estimated 90,000 in state, a 70% increase over five years, according to new report.

Tucson-to-Phoenix Passenger Rail: Where's the Money?

ADOT's proposal draws excitement, but some worried about price tag in billions.

Snowbirds No More: Many Staying in Tucson Year-Round

Area retirement communities now see about 80% of residents make permanent move.

Tucson Housing Market Trends Continue Mostly Positive

Sales volume up 10.2% in August from year ago; average sales price up, to $211,000.

Hispanics' Growing Role in Local Economy

Population, income, purchasing power, business ownership rising in Tucson.

Arizona Unemployment Up For Third Consecutive Month

Analyst says August usually marks the end of state's seasonal jobs slump

Number of Tucson Homes For Sale Continues to Drop

Housing inventory under 5,000, but prices not rising significantly, yet.

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