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Average Airfare Out of Tucson Going Up

1% increase in last year, to $397 for roundtrip ticket; Phoenix average declines to $363.

Study: Arizona Dangerously Behind on Road Safety Laws

State has adopted 5 of 15 key laws gauged in the annual report

Dread Driving Test? Take Classes Instead Under New State Rules

New state rules allow classes in lieu of written, road exams; aim is more professional instruction.

Tucson Streetcar Ridership Down in November, December

Holidays, weather reduced number of people riding rails between downtown, UA.

New I-10 Sign Installation Could Cause Delays

Stretch of freeway east of I-19 down to single lane in Tucson parts of this week

Hybrid Cars Make 'Clean Air Blue Skies' Eligibility

Six vehicles designated by state transportation officials to get plates allowing single-occupancy in HOV lanes.

Older Drivers Want More Testing, Survey Says

Misperception they are less safe behind wheel, AAA Arizona says; despite that, 70% want stricter screening.

Arizona Holiday Forecast: 2 Million Will Travel

90% by car at least 50 miles, travel company says; Christmas Eve will be heaviest day on roads, at airports.

Tucson Getting Credit Card-Friendly Parking Meters, Higher Fees

New devices downtown, along University Boulevard, North 4th Avenue will improve convenience, at $1 per hour.

Interstate 11 Corridor Project Moves Ahead

Option for new highway in Tucson still alive, but latest routing calls for no new path through Avra Valley.

METRO WEEK: Downtown Parking Changes Coming Soon

New meters accept plastic payment, no more free parking along 4th Avenue.

Researchers Are Studying Economic Impact of the 4th Avenue Street Fair

Tucson event is held twice a year, attracting tens of thousands of people from all over.

El Conquistador Deal Being Finalized

Pending deal between two different buyers that will split up the recently troubled resort and golf course.

Tens of Thousands Expected to Participate in Tucson Cycling Event

Cyclovia will take place Nov. 2; attendees will have 2.6 miles of car-free streets for themselves.

Tucson Streetcar Ridership Exceeds Expectations

5,000 passengers on average day, compared with projections of 3,600; wide range of users from students to families.

Tucson Streetcar Voices

AZPM's Vanessa Barchfield joined thousands of riders on its first day for a portrait of the city welcoming this new mode of transportation.

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