More Pima County Economy News Stories

Solar Installers: Net Metering Limbo is Bad for Business

One solar installer sees layoffs coming with TEP's announcement that it will seek retroactive rate changes

METRO WEEK: The Rest of the Tax Story

State tax decisions drive local decisions, economist says.

Making Solar Work For Tucson

Storing solar power could reduce emssions, smooth out grid issues

TEP Seeks Renewables Program Change For 2016

Utility wants to increase residential solar program, increase surcharge

Investment Groups Buying Fewer Tucson Homes

Fewer foreclosures cause the drop, result is a more stable market

Arizona Jobless Rate Falls Again; Workforce Growth Slight

May employment usually slows with school out; this year's slows more than decade-long trend.

New Businesses Get Leg Up from Incubators

Groups focus on getting entrepreneurs get through tough early years, grow.

What's City Bond Rate Downgrade Mean?

Higher interest rates on Tucson borrowing for infrastructure, other capital projects.

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.

Tucson Home Sales Strengthen; New Construction Behind

Year-to-date sales up 3.6%; average price up 5.1% to $208,000, Realtors association reports.

The Local Role of the Export-Import Bank

Who helps facilitate international trade?

METRO WEEK: County Budget Proposal Calls for Tax Increase

Extra revenue will cover state costs passed along to counties, administrator says

METRO WEEK: Will Tucson End Homelessness?

All homeless veterans may not have housing by end of year, which is city government's goal.

Group Teaches Entrepreneurs to Think Like Investors

Desert Angels hope to build opportunities by sharing their decision-making process

Pima County Will Hold Bond Election in November

Voters to decide on borrowing money for projects in 7 subject areas, including roads

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