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METRO WEEK: State Budget Shapes Pima, Tucson Budgets

'Give us back those dollars that we need desperately,' local governments say.

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

$816 million borrowing proposal would require higher property taxes.

METRO WEEK: The Rest of the Tax Story

State tax decisions drive local decisions, economist says.

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.

METRO WEEK: County Budget Proposal Calls for Tax Increase

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

Pima County Will Hold Bond Election in November

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

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

New Bill Would Establish Insurance Requirements for Ridesharing

Those using ride-for-hire apps would need insurance beyond personal plan

Homelessness Down in Arizona

Tucson's focus to get veterans off the streets contributes to decline in numbers.

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.

Pima County Approves $1.2B Budget on Party Line Vote

Fiscal year begins in July, property tax rate goes up, spending reduced.

Metro Week: Pima County Property Taxes Likely Going Up

Supervisors to decide between budget cuts, raising tax.

Metro Week: Tucson Budget Stability Long-Term Problem, No Easy Answers

Council wrestles with yearly deficits, short-term fixes; they this week approved a $1.26B budget after making more than $30M in cuts.

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