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2022: How government transfer reliance in Arizona has changed since 1970

In 2022, government transfers made up 20.7% of income in Arizona, a 13% rise from 7.7% in 1970, according to information from the Economic Innovation Group.

By Grand Canyon Times | Mar 25, 2025

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APS implements AI cameras for enhanced wildfire detection

Arizona Public Service (APS) has introduced new artificial intelligence (AI) fire-sensing cameras to enhance early wildfire detection and improve emergency response.

By Grand Canyon Times | Mar 25, 2025

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How many H-1B petitions were made by Arizona employers classified under the Retail Trade industry during 2024?

By Grand Canyon Times | Mar 24, 2025

In 2024, 125 H-1B petitions were filed by employers classified under the Retail Trade industry located in Arizona, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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Arizona maintains low excavation damage rates for natural gas pipelines

By Grand Canyon Times | Mar 24, 2025

The Arizona Corporation Commission's Office of Pipeline Safety (AZOPS) has achieved one of the lowest excavation damage rates for natural gas pipelines in the United States, as highlighted in the latest Damage Prevention Performance Report.

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Update on I-40 fatal collision investigation involving South Korean nationals

By Grand Canyon Times | Mar 24, 2025

The Arizona Department of Public Safety (AZDPS) and the Coconino County Sheriff's Office (CCSO) have released an update on the investigation into the fatal multi-vehicle collision that occurred on Interstate 40 near Williams, Arizona, on March 13,...

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Loop 101 South off-ramp closure set for March amid widening project

By Grand Canyon Times | Mar 21, 2025

The Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) has announced that the southbound Loop 101 off-ramp at Frank Lloyd Wright Boulevard will be closed for two months starting at approximately 1 a.m. on Monday, March 24.

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Arizona agencies collaborate to enhance highway safety

By Grand Canyon Times | Mar 21, 2025

Three law enforcement agencies in southeastern Arizona are collaborating to address dangerous driving and reduce collisions on local highways.

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Loop 101 south off-ramp at Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd closes March 25

By Grand Canyon Times | Mar 21, 2025

The Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) has announced that the southbound Loop 101 (Pima Freeway) off-ramp at Frank Lloyd Wright Boulevard will be closed for reconstruction starting March 25.

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Arizona Corporation Commission makes historical records from early 1900s accessible online

By Grand Canyon Times | Mar 20, 2025

The Arizona Corporation Commission (ACC) has announced the digitization of historical records from as far back as 1918, which are now accessible to the public online.

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ADOT announces weekend freeway closures in Phoenix area

By Grand Canyon Times | Mar 20, 2025

Improvement projects in the Phoenix area will lead to freeway closures and lane restrictions this weekend, according to the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT).

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Arizona announces winners in annual Name-A-Snowplow Contest

By Grand Canyon Times | Mar 19, 2025

The Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) has announced the results of its third Name-A-Snowplow Contest.

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Arizona education superintendent clarifies roles in Primavera Online School issue

By Grand Canyon Times | Mar 19, 2025

Tom Horne, Superintendent of Public Instruction, clarified the division of authority regarding charter schools in Arizona.

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Westbound US 60 closure planned between Price Freeway and I-10

By Grand Canyon Times | Mar 19, 2025

The Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) has announced the closure of westbound US 60 between Loop 101 (Price Freeway) and I-10 from 10 p.m. on Friday, March 21, to 4 a.m. on Monday, March 24.

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Northbound SR 143 closure planned for traffic shift between I-10 and Loop 202

By Grand Canyon Times | Mar 19, 2025

The Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) has announced a closure of northbound State Route 143 between Interstate 10 and Loop 202 (Red Mountain Freeway) from 10 p.m. on Friday, March 21, to 4 a.m. on Monday, March 24.

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How many H-1B petitions were made by Arizona employers classified under the Transportation and Warehousing industry during 2024?

By Grand Canyon Times | Mar 17, 2025

Employers classified under the Transportation and Warehousing industry based in Arizona submitted 14 H-1B petitions during 2024, according to data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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Arizona DPS launches social media for Highway Patrol Division

By Grand Canyon Times | Mar 17, 2025

The Arizona Department of Public Safety (AZDPS) has announced the launch of new social media accounts for its Highway Patrol Division.

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Fatal multi-vehicle crash on I-40 prompts safety reminders amid ongoing investigation

By Grand Canyon Times | Mar 16, 2025

On March 13, 2025, a severe multi-vehicle collision occurred on westbound Interstate 40 near milepost 159.5 in Williams, Arizona.

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Arizona utilities fund grants for communities transitioning from coal plants

By Grand Canyon Times | Mar 14, 2025

Four organizations in Arizona will receive grants to support economic development as coal-fired power plants transition.

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Arizona approves new bring-your-own-device battery pilot program

By Grand Canyon Times | Mar 13, 2025

The Arizona Corporation Commission has approved a new Bring-Your-Own-Device (BYOD) Pilot Program for Arizona Public Service Company (APS) customers who have home battery systems.

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Arizona commission approves TEP bill reduction effective April

By Grand Canyon Times | Mar 13, 2025

At the Arizona Corporation Commission's Open Meeting on March 12, 2025, Vice Chairman Nick Myers participated in a unanimous vote to approve Tucson Electric Power Company's (TEP) application to adjust its Purchased Power and Fuel Adjustment Clause...