Valley economist Jim Rounds discusses the dwindling middle class in Arizona, highlighting that the median household income falls short of the $75,000 needed per 1.5 earners to maintain middle-class status amidst rising costs and inflation.

Arizona's legislature considers a bill mandating a personal finance course for high school graduation, with potential implementation by the class of 2028, amid both support and concerns.

Falcon Field Airport is set to receive a $3.76 million FAA grant for infrastructure upgrades, including a new taxiway and improvements to existing ones.

ASU secured the 9th spot worldwide for U.S. utility patents in 2023, obtaining 170 new patents and demonstrating its ongoing dedication to innovation and technological advancement.

The Buckeye planning commission will vote on KORE Power's plan for a battery plant, which could create over 3,000 jobs and involves a $1 billion investment.

Chandler, Arizona is redesigning city landscapes to reduce water use by replacing grass with xeriscape, aiming to save millions of gallons of water and cut maintenance costs.

The FTC and Arizona AG filed a lawsuit to block Kroger's $24.6 billion acquisition of Albertsons, citing concerns over rising grocery prices and reduced competition.

Arizona's Senate Bill 1221, enabling rural communities to manage groundwater via Basin Management Areas, faces both support and opposition over its impact on resources and water rights.

A report by the Learning Policy Institute highlights added costs to Arizona's budget from an expanded Empowerment Scholarship Account (ESA) program, stirring debate among state legislators.

Dr. Elda Luna-Nájera is appointed to the Arizona House for District 22 by the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors, bringing her educational expertise to the legislature.

TSMC has completed a key construction phase for their second factory in Phoenix, Arizona, with plans to begin production potentially as early as 2025.

Renters in Surprise and Scottsdale, Arizona, benefit from a good balance between income and living costs, with Surprise ranking second in the country for this balance, according to RentCafe data.

Sprouts Farmers Market's stock hit a record high after reporting a revenue surge, surpassing Wall Street expectations with $1.7 billion in Q4 revenue. The company plans to open around 35 new stores in the current year.