Food-service jobs saw record first-quarter jump, despite wage increase
WASHINGTON - Arizona added a record 15,100 food-service jobs in the first quarter of 2017, despite a voter-mandated Jan. 1 increase in the minimum wage that some analysts believed would cause a reduction in service industry jobs.
How will you celebrate National Doughnut Day?
Chances are, you or someone you know craves doughnuts.
Medical marijuana cardholders grow new businesses
PHOENIX – Marijuana businesses are growing in Arizona.
What have your experiences been with Route 66?
For many years, a National Park Service preservation program has tried to preserve landmarks and tourist destinations along Route 66.
Think roses can’t grow in the Arizona desert? Rose industry flourishes here.
LITCHFIELD PARK – When you think roses, you might think California. But last year, Arizona exported about 75 percent of the rosebushes in the U.S., local rose grower Tyler Francis said.
Shortage of Native American physicians creates concerns, elicits calls for action
PHOENIX – Dena Wilson never doubted what she wanted to do with her life while growing up on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation in South Dakota.
Arizona businesses like Trump tax plan, not its chances in Congress
WASHINGTON - Arizona business leaders are cautiously optimistic about the tax reforms outlined in President Donald Trump's fiscal 2018 budget proposal - but not so optimistic about its chances of passage as currently drafted.
Justa Center in Phoenix helps address ‘surge’ of older homeless population
PHOENIX – It can happen in an instant: You lose your job. You can’t pay your medical bills. You have an accident.
Arizona food deserts: How can leaders and residents address the issue?
PRESCOTT – When the residents of Paulden want to buy more than just basic groceries, they must drive to the next town over in Chino Valley to find a full-service grocery store.
Muslims seek religiously inclusive food, beauty services in Phoenix area
PHOENIX – Some Muslims who want to live out their faith in Arizona can have a difficult time finding certain businesses that cater to their needs.
Local restaurants embrace Arizona Restaurant Week to attract new customers
PHOENIX - Customers can chow down on meals at a discount during Arizona Restaurant Week, getting a chance to sample new cuisine, travel outside their neighborhood and try seasonal food at a bargain.
HHS: Arizona health insurance premiums almost tripled since 2013
WASHINGTON - Health insurance premiums nearly tripled in Arizona between 2013 and 2017, the fourth-biggest increase among the 39 states that participated in healthcare.gov, according to new data from the Department of Health and Human Services.
