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File image of the downtown Tucson skyline.

The Buzz: Forecasting the Southern Arizona economy for 2023

Job market expected to remain strong, but housing remains major cause of inflation.
An artists rendering of what the new buildings at the Foothills Mall would look like.

The Buzz: What is the future of Southern Arizona's shopping malls?

As the holiday shopping season kicks off, we look at how retail hubs are trying to stay relevant.
Downtown Tucson is seen in the distance from the intersection of Broadway Boulevard and Country Club Road.

The Buzz: Sunshine Mile project complete after years of work

Renovation to downtown's eastern gateway has been a topic since the 1990s.
A For Rent sign in front of a home in the Sam Hughes neighborhood.

The Buzz: How the short-term rental market is changing in Arizona

The state's hold on regulations has loosened, but some municipalities want more control.

Foreclosures in AZ up but still well below pre-pandemic normals

Numbers take notable jump as pre-moratorium cases resume and more expected cases join.

Bankruptcies in AZ dropped in 2022

Fiscal year saw filings drop by 23 percent
Sabino Canyon visitors 2017.

Pima County tourism saw strong rebound in 2021

Report commissioned by local tourism bureau says visitor spending up 77 percent

Where's the new money in the state budget going?

We look at a handful of areas that will see a notable increase in funds this fiscal year
New homes going up in a development in northwest Tucson, February 2018.

Real estate, rents continue to climb as housing crunch continues

Prices around Tucson continue to go up, leaving some unable to buy or going through eviction.
Martha McSally, November 2018.

McSally pushing North American trade deal

Senate Republicans claim the House is delaying a vote on the USMCA.
Madeleine Erasto, who's family are refugees from the Congo, dances to the live music at the family fun fest of the World Refugee Day celebration at Catalina High School on Saturday, June 22, 2019, in Tucson.

World Refugee Day in Tucson

Also on Arizona Spotlight: The youth photography program "Parks in Focus" in action, and The Southwest Fair Housing Council observes the 50th Anniversary of the Fair Housing Act.
The Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona.

Food Bank Helping Unpaid Federal Workers

Federal prison, FAA and TSA employees receive food during shutdown.
Some of Carol Varney's guests listen to information about the November 2018 ballot.

Coffee or Mimosa? Understanding Your Ballot Over Brunch

A Tucson resident hosts a "Ballot Brunch" at home to explore the issues before Election Day.
An artists rendering of what the new buildings at the Foothills Mall would look like.

Foothills Mall Set for Redevelopment

Pima County Supervisors approve rezoning, clearing the way for a multi-use district.
Arizona Hops and Vines sits along State Route 82 east of Sonoita.

Cochise County Supervisors Pass Incentives for Vineyards, Solar and Housing

Trio of economic incentives aimed at growing industries in the area.
The flags of Canada and the U.S.

US-Canada NAFTA Negotiations May Hurt Arizona Long Term

One Canadian official says President Trump's insults may cause Canadian snowbirds to head to Northern Mexico instead of Southern Arizona.

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