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Group encourages sharing homes for mutual benefits

Supporters say it's an option to provide additional housing while reducing costs and loneliness.

The Buzz: Comparing public and private-owned utilities

As Tucson considers taking over electricity service, we ask what difference public ownership makes.

Tax season opens with expanded Direct File tool in Arizona

An expansion of options in the tool now allows more Arizona residents to use it.

Arizona experts warn of devastating impact of Trump’s proposed tariffs on Mexico and Canada

Proposed 25% tariffs on imports could drive up costs for consumers and manufacturers, raising fears of a trade war.

AZ unemployment rate goes up, but remains under national number

Joblessness ticked up, but is still under where it was at this time a year ago.

Online lottery sales bring convenience, concern over problem gambling

A private company is now offering lottery tickets through their website and app in Arizona, increasing the state's online gambling options.

Governor Katie Hobbs targets school voucher reform and accountability in State of the State Address

Hobbs outlines 2025 plans for housing, childcare, education reform, water security, and public safety.

The water mystery unfolding in the western U.S.

There's a rural area in Arizona with massive groundwater basins underneath the earth. Water should be plentiful there, but wells are running dry.

Tucson Starbucks employees join in union strike

Workers picketed a university-area location on Monday morning.

AZ home affordability improves, still out of reach for average wage-earner

Data shows average wage-earners would still be cost-burdened with a median-priced home purchase.

The Buzz: What will Arizona's economy be like in 2025?

We recap the year and take a look ahead with two economists.

AG Mayes sues Saudi-owned alfalfa farm Fondomonte

The lawsuit alleges that the company has excessively pumped groundwater, causing a nuisance in La Paz County.

Tucson Metro Chamber and Sun Corridor Inc. announce 2025 merger

President Joe Snell said too many competing business groups have made advocacy confusing.

The Buzz: Tariffs and Southern Arizona's Economy

With the promise of import taxes, will major industries in our area be affected?

Is it the flu or is it COVID? One at-home test can tell you

The FDA recently authorized the iHealth at-home test for the SARS-CoV2 virus and two strains of the flu virus.

Tucson Roadrunners battle uncertainty, changes to keep professional hockey alive in Arizona

Questions surrounding the Roadrunners’ future in Arizona exploded after the relocation of the Coyotes’ hockey operations.

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