More Pima County Economy Stories

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

Report Ranks Local Investment Group Among Most Active in U.S.

Desert Angels put more than $6.8 million in start ups in 2014

Businesses May Move if Broadway Widened

Also, trip to Guaymas enhances trade relations with Mexican counterparts.

Median Home Price in Tucson at a Six-Year High

Last time the market indicator was this robust was as the market crashed

Tax Filing Deadline Wednesday; Here's How to Get Help

United Way adds volunteers to its assistance program for final push to file on time.

METRO WEEK: Pima County Foster Care System Remains Overwhelmed

There are more children than homes and prevention the best plan, court director says

The Many Facets of Commercial Real Estate

The Friday Business Report features AZPM's Zac Ziegler and Inside Tucson Business Editor Thelma Grimes.

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