Arizona unemployment rate goes down, but job growth remains slow
The unemployment rate in Arizona fell to below six percent.
Low-interest loans available to businesses that suffered Gila River flood damage
The loans are available though the U.S. Small Business Administration.
Employers struggle to find staff while job seekers get better offers
Some job seekers are reevaluating what they want from a job in light of the pandemic, and strapped employers are obliging.
Judge sides with Flagstaff over state in minimum wage fight
A judge has blocked Arizona from collecting $1.1 million from the city of Flagstaff to compensate for its minimum wage that is higher than the state's rate.
New loan fund announced for BIPOC entrepreneurs
The fund was designed by a committee entirely made up of local BIPOC business leaders.
Tucson gets new flight to Los Angeles area via budget airline
The new flights will start this coming holiday season.
Writing style might spell the difference between success and failure when applying for a loan
University of Arizona researchers found that deception cues are evident in applications that receive unfavorable responses from investors.
Tucson organizations win $100,000 in prize money for inclusive entrepreneurship
The prize money will go towards expanding prize-winning programs.
Arizona sees boost in revenue from tribal casinos
The tribal gaming compact helped increase the numbers.
Tribe's lawsuit challenges Arizona law on gambling expansion
Yavapai-Prescott Indian Tribe is asking court to stop sportsbook licenses and sports betting.
Arizona AG: Businesses can require vaccines
Attorney general says businesses must provide reasonable accommodations for those who cannot get vaccinated.
Small businesses face ongoing challenges from COVID-19 pandemic
Businesses face new uncertainty with Delta variant on the rise.
Opponents: prop raising Tucson’s min wage would burden small businesses
The Tucson Metro Chamber has come out against the Tucson Minimum Wage Act.
Proponents: raising Tucson’s min wage to $15 about offering living wage
The group Tucson Fight for $15 is leading the charge.
Arizona offering return-to-work bonus
People who are back in the workforce are eligible for up to $2,000.
