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Phoenix Bus McDowell Route 17 First Transit
The Phoenix City Council unanimously approved a plan to transition the city’s bus fleet to zero-emission models by 2040.
Dec. 14, 2022
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The latest Consumer Price Index report shows spending shifted last month. As prices decreased at the gas pump, there were still increases in produce and other grocery items. But the index for urban area consumers rose just 0.1%.
Dec. 14, 2022
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The average cost per gallon of regular unleaded gas is now lower than a year ago. That’s true for the national average at $3.83 but depends where you live in the state, according to AAA Arizona spokesperson Julian Paredes.
Dec. 9, 2022
The property is on the southwest corner of 35th Avenue and Paradise Lane
A Phoenix City Council member went against staff recommendations and convinced all her colleagues to vote against a new business in her district.
Dec. 8, 2022
TSMC fab plant
President Joe Biden visited north Phoenix on Tuesday to mark a major announcement in the semiconductor industry. The Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company, known as TSMC, plans to invest $40 billion in Arizona between a nearly completed facility and a second plant expected to open in 2026.
More Arizona business news
Dec. 6, 2022
Charge Point electric vehicle charging station Flagstaff
Arizona is set to get more than $76.5 million over the next five years as part of a national electric vehicle infrastructure program. While the Arizona Department of Transportation plans to add public charging stations along interstate highways, utility companies are preparing for more cars that rely on the power grid.
Dec. 4, 2022
Scottsdale Fashion Square
Early data shows retail sales for the holiday season are showing year-over-year growth.
Dec. 1, 2022
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A well-known convenience store chain in Arizona will pay $8 million to resolve pregnancy, disability and retaliation charges as part of a nationwide agreement with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.
Nov. 29, 2022
Holiday shopping boxes and bags
Saturday is Small Business Saturday. Sophia Lovasz with Local First Arizona says shopping local, rather than buying at chain stores, means most of the purchase price stays within the community.
Nov. 25, 2022
After a two-year hiatus, the Arizona International Auto Show returns to the Phoenix Convention Center for the holiday weekend.
Nov. 23, 2022
After two years of strong consumer demand, retailers are preparing for a slower holiday season.
More Arizona business news
Nov. 22, 2022
Bad Spaniels Silly Squeaker dog toy
Companies such as Patagonia and Levi Strauss have said it will be an important case for trademark law.
Nov. 22, 2022
If you’ve driven Interstate 17 around Peoria and Dunlap avenues, you may have noticed construction around the former Metrocenter Mall. Adding light rail is a key part of revitalizing the area and includes the system's first rail-only bridge over a Valley freeway.
More Arizona business news
Nov. 21, 2022
 Apple Store at San Tan Village
Technology giant Apple is preparing to buy chips for its devices in Arizona. The latest move comes from Bloomberg News, which reportedly obtained the information at an internal meeting in Germany.
Nov. 18, 2022
a person pumping gas
Gas prices are trending down but there's still a wide swing depending upon where you live in Arizona.
Nov. 18, 2022
Phoenix Rising
The highest-level professional soccer franchise in Arizona will soon call its namesake home. On Wednesday, the Phoenix City Council unanimously approved leasing Sky Harbor Airport-owned land to the Phoenix Rising FC.
Nov. 16, 2022
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Redevelopment plans for the former Metrocenter Mall are moving forward after a final vote by the Phoenix City Council on Wednesday.
Nov. 16, 2022
Developers looking for tax breaks in Phoenix will need to demonstrate a "true" public benefit, based on policies amended by the City Council on Tuesday.
Nov. 15, 2022
Yeezy Boost 350 V2 Zebra
Last month, sportswear giant Adidas cut ties with Kanye West, ending its popular Yeezy collaboration line. The Show spoke with Luis Torres of Nice Kicks to learn what this could mean for the sneaker market.
Nov. 8, 2022
Porch pirate package theft Ring
As the holiday season approaches, more online shoppers will begin to make purchases to be delivered to their homes. But items left on porches are vulnerable to being stolen. Phoenix police Sgt. Brian Bower suggests video monitoring devices to capture these porch pirates.
Nov. 5, 2022

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