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County Budget Proposal Pushes Another Property Tax Increase

Pima administrator says state cost shifts necessitate higher budget, tax rate, again.

Town Hall: Better Roads Would Strengthen Trade with Mexico

Business, government leaders lament infrastructure issues hampering imports, exports.

Minimal El NiƱo Rains Create Prime Conditions for Wildfire

Dry vegetation and blowing winds increase risk for hazardous dust storms.

Has Tucson Residential Real Estate Market Recovered?

Four consecutive months of positive indicators, most March sales in 10 years.

First-Time Buyers Push Tucson Housing Market's Strong Trend

Lower-priced sales dominate post recession volume, Realty association reports.

Pima County Considers Eight More Traffic Roundabouts

County transportation officials want to build safer intersections.

Solar Company Finds Hidden Asset Through Incubator

Owners of REhnu launches product thanks to mentorship from Startup Tucson.

Pima County Sued Over $15M Spaceport for Private Company

Goldwater Institute claims it's unconstitutional because cost outweighs taxpayer benefit.

Tucson Electricity Bills Will Go Down $4.26 on Average

Low fossil fuel costs mean savings for utility customers for the next year.

$1.5M Grant to Help Pima County Reduce Jail Population

County spends $66M a year on jail, aims for 18% fewer inmates through various programs.

Tucson's Job Market Grows Faster Than National Pace

After years of slow growth, local job growth outpaces national average in February

Tucson Seeks to Replicate Streetcar Success in Growth

Property values boom along tracks. Is a focus on transit the way to go?

Tax Help Gears Up For Final Push As Deadline Approaches

Some Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program are closing. United Way will have annual VITA Madness event.

4th Ave Street Fair: Big Business for Artists, Shops

Estimate of 300,000 attendees will translate to millions in sales.

Road, Streetcar Closures for Street Fair This Weekend

Event draws thousands, slowing central city traffic until Sunday night.

Pima County Balloon Launch Plan Called Unconstitutional

Goldwater Institute sends demand letter seeking cancellation of county's $15M contract.

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