Economist: Proposition 100 was unavoidable, helpful

Three years ago, Arizona voters approved Proposition 100, which raised the state sales tax by a penny on the dollar for three years.

29 grocery stores mark successful price audits

The Arizona Department of Weights and Measures is pleased with a recent audit. It showed grocery stores are doing a good job of making sure consumers get accurate prices on sale items. 

Whole Foods to require GMO labels on foods

A grocery chain with outlets in Arizona says it will start requiring the labeling of genetically modified foods in its stores.

U.S. drug czar meets with local mayors

United States drug czar Gil Kerlikowske met with local mayors in Phoenix on Thursday to talk border security and drug trafficking.

Drought-affected businesses may qualify for federal loans

Some southwestern businesses affected by the ongoing drought may be eligible for federal loans.

Arizona nabs European software company

A European-based software development company has selected Arizona for its U.S. headquarters.

State Corporation Commission warns of scam

The Arizona Corporation Commission is warning business owners against a scam that could cost them $125. 

Avondale unveils yet-to-be-filled industrial complex

A mammoth manufacturing and industrial center  will soon open in Avondale. Right now there are no tenants for the facility. Developers and the city are confident that is going to change.

Fiesta Bowl, NHL lockout each impact Glendale businesses

Glendale was the center of the football world this week, with the Fiesta Bowl. But the end of NFL games for the season in the city, and the lack of an NHL season so far are also affecting Glendale businesses.

Black Friday: 'Everybody's trying to get an edge'

This used to be the day retailers counted on to bring their annual sales into the black, which led to the designation Black Friday. But that has changed dramatically.

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