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Arizona Delegation Heading to Mexico City

Business and political leaders look to bolster ties with their counterparts in Mexico.

ADOT Trucker Training in Mexico Cuts Down on Border Wait Time

The main driver behind the initiative is safety and compliance, an official said.

Tucson's Health is Below Average in Some Ways, Group Says

Health-data program rep says social and economic factors can have a big impact on the health of a city like Tucson.

Uncertainty for Importers Preparing for Longer Wait on NAFTA Deal

Mexican official says negotiations are likely going to break an important deadline this week.

Amazon to Build Tucson Fulfillment Center

Online retailer will employ up to 1,500 people.

Sports Betting Ruling Has Ripples for US Tribes With Casinos

The Supreme Court decision is being welcomed by tribes wanting to bring sports betting to their casinos.

Road Cleared for Pima County Sales Tax Increase Vote

County supervisors to decide on raising taxes for road repairs next month.

Park Service: Saguaro National Park Adds $88M to Economy

Economic impact of park grows 20 percent in one year, the agency said in an annual report.

Gov. Ducey Signs Bill Allowing Industrial Hemp

Growers, harvesters, processors and transporters will be required to get a license.

Low Inventory, Spike in Demand Push Tucson Home Prices Up

A national report shows Tucson prices went up 6.4 percent since the first quarter of 2017.

Rothschild: Prepped Industrial Space Entices Employers to Tucson

Tucson's mayor said making sure vacant land is ready for industry helps attract jobs.

Raytheon Opens New Buildings in Latest Expansion

Research and development facility will employ 2,000 new workers.

US-Mexico Nuclear Agreement Could Benefit Arizona

The agreement, yet to be ratified, would give Mexico access to U.S. clean energy or nuclear tech.

County Considering Buying Bowling Alley

Golden Pin Lanes on the northwest side would be turned into a space to house a variety of county health and community service agencies.

Ducey Defends No-Tax Budget Growth of Teacher Pay Raise Plan

Meanwhile, educators push initiative to raise taxes on those with high incomes.

How Are Teachers Paid? A Discussion of School Funding With Former Supe

John Pedicone says the education debate is about much more than teacher salaries.

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