State Economy
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A proposed Arizona electric rate hike could push this retiree to the brink
As APS seeks a 14% rate hike, a new report links rising utility costs to Trump administration policies, leaving one Flagstaff retiree bracing for impact.
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Arizona is among the worst states to move to, study says. Here’s why
Arizona ranked No. 10 out of the worst states to move to, scoring especially poorly in quality of life.
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Arizona seniors are retiring—then going right back to work
A 72-year-old Walmart greeter, a retired mechanic bracing to go back to the fields, and an ASU cook who can’t stay retired all show why Social Security alone isn’t enough for Arizona’s aging workforce.
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New tariffs could raise price of these items. What to know in Arizona
President Donald Trump has announced new 50% tariffs on Canadian imports, escalating trade tensions between the United States and Canada.
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7 news stories and resources for Phoenix renters this week (June 19)
From new apartments and homes coming to the Valley to tips on renter-friendly upgrades, here’s a quick recap of helpful links for Phoenix renters.
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Are home prices going up in Phoenix in 2026?
Redfin Real Estate analyzed Phoenix’s median home sale prices over the past month, year, and six years to see how things have changed.
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Arizona’s top global export isn’t citrus or cotton, it’s this
Arizona joined other states in the West and Southwest that had technology parts as their largest exports.
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Life after Coyotes: Glendale officials say Westgate is thriving without NHL tenant
Desert Diamond Arena saw gross sales increase by 156% after the Coyotes departed from 2022 to 2023, while showing a 119% jump in attendance.
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Where to find the cheapest cheeseburgers in Arizona, study says
Here’s the average price of a cheeseburger, fries, and soda in Arizona cities, plus how much it has increased since 2025.
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Phoenix gas station reaches more than $6 per gallon, as prices rise
Here’s where the cheapest and most expensive gas can be found in Phoenix and across Arizona.
