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These schools have the worst 'on time' graduation rates in the U.S.
By Local Labs News Service | Aug 2, 2018
Argosy University-Phoenix Online Division, Rio Salado College and Northland Pioneer College have some of the lowest 'on time' graduation rates in the U.S., according to a Higher Education Tribune analysis of federal data.
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Sticker shock: Which 4-year U.S. schools charge the lowest in-state tuition?
By Local Labs News Service | Jul 26, 2018
State residents enrolled at American College of Education face among the lowest cost of attending four-year in-state colleges and universities in the U.S., according to a Higher Education Tribune analysis of federal data.
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Sticker shock: Which 4-year U.S. schools charge the lowest in-state tuition?
By Local Labs News Service | Jul 26, 2018
State residents enrolled at Dine College face among the lowest cost of attending four-year in-state colleges and universities in the U.S., according to a Higher Education Tribune analysis of federal data.
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Sticker shock: Which 4-year U.S. schools charge the highest in-state tuition?
By Local Labs News Service | Jul 24, 2018
State residents enrolled at University of Notre Dame face among the steepest cost of attending four-year in-state colleges and universities in the U.S., according to a Higher Education Tribune analysis of federal data.
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Sticker shock: Which 4-year U.S. schools charge the highest in-state tuition?
By Local Labs News Service | Jul 24, 2018
State residents enrolled at Brookline College-Phoenix face among the steepest cost of attending four-year in-state colleges and universities in the U.S., according to a Higher Education Tribune analysis of federal data.
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Sticker shock: Which U.S. schools charge the highest in-state tuition?
By Local Labs News Service | Jul 3, 2018
Residents in Indiana face some of the steepest cost of attending in-state colleges and universities in the U.S., according to a Higher Education Tribune analysis of federal data.
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Sticker shock: Which U.S. schools charge the highest in-state tuition?
By Local Labs News Service | Jul 3, 2018
Residents in Arizona face some of the steepest cost of attending in-state colleges and universities in the U.S., according to a Higher Education Tribune analysis of federal data.
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Analysis of occupational licensing burdens ranks Arizona No. 4
By Arizona Business Daily | Jun 19, 2018
Arizona ranked fourth among U.S. states that have burdensome licensing laws for lower-income jobs, according to a report by the Institute for Justice (IJ).
Strides made in Arizona, but occupation licensing rules still onerous, research fellow says
By John Breslin | Oct 19, 2017
Arizona has made strides to combat what have been described as onerous burdens on low-income workers, but the state continues to have a poor ranking nationally, according to a senior research fellow at Arizona State University.
Franks subcommittee to examine 'ethical responsibilities' of plaintiff lawyer Rx ads
By LocalLabs News Service | Jun 22, 2017
A U.S. House subcommittee on which Arizona Congressman Trent Franks (R-8) serves will hold a hearing tomorrow regarding the impact and oversight of plaintiff lawyer television ads that pitch lawsuits against makers of prescription drugs.
Republicans consider adding Schweikert-backed reinsurance program to health care plan
By LocalLabs News Service | Apr 24, 2017
As Congress remains in recess, some experts are weighing in on a proposed amendment to the American Health Care Act — the Republican health care replacement plan.Two members of the Freedom Caucus, including Arizona Congressman David Schweikert (R-6), want to re-establish a reinsurance — or risk sharing — program, similar to one previously in place under the Affordable Care Act, also called Obamacare.
Health insurance rate hikes likely had impact on election, analyst says
By John Breslin | Feb 24, 2017
Reports of sharp rises in the cost of health insurance premiums through the exchanges may have helped President Donald Trump defeat Hillary Clinton in key states in November's presidential election, according to one political analyst.
Evolent Health partners with Banner Health Network to enhance care technology
By Kathy Adams | Nov 13, 2016
Evolent Health, a company that provides a value-based care platform to health systems and physician organizations, has entered into a long-term partnership with Banner Health Network (BHN).
U.S. House passes "slush funds" bill co-sponsored by Rep. Trent Franks
By LocalLabs News Service | Sep 7, 2016
The bill, H.R. 5063, the Stop Settlement Slush Funds Act of 2016, targets a loophole that allows settlement agreements reached with the Department of Justice to include payments to groups unaffected by the action being settled.
National Beer Wholesalers Association recognizes importance of beer distribution workers
By Kathy Adams | Sep 2, 2016
This Labor Day weekend, the National Beer Wholesalers Association (NBWA) and independent beer distributors in Arizona are recognizing beer distribution employees whose work positively affects state and national economies.
Tucson Electric Power joins partnership on energy storage site
By Kathy Adams | Aug 29, 2016
Greensmith Energy, a company that provides energy storage software and integration services, will partner with E.ON Climate and Renewables and Tucson Electric Power (TEP) to design and create a grid-scale energy storage system at the University of Arizona Science and Technology Park.
Pharmacists group pushing for expanded ‘preferred’ Medicare networks
By Jacob Bielanski | May 30, 2016
At its 2016 Congressional Pharmacy Summit last week, the National Community Pharmacists Association (NCPA) prioritized a year-old bill that would force Medicare Part D benefit managers to expand their preferred networks despite concerns it would raise drug prices.
Franks-backed bill would end federal settlement "slush funds"
By LocalLabs News Service | May 22, 2016
The legislation, the Stop Settlement Slush Funds Act of 2016, passed the House Judiciary Committee on May 11 by a vote of 18-6.
Economist says solar industry may take a long time to actually be profitable
By Vimbai Chikomo | May 9, 2016
In recent years, several solar companies have filed for bankruptcy after receiving hundred of millions of dollars in loans and subsidies from the government. As the battle between Arizona electric utilities and the solar industry continues to play out, Veronique de Rugy, an economist and senior research fellow at the Mercatus Center at George Mason University, told Arizona Business that the way the solar industry is currently operating makes it very likely that “we are going to be waiting for a
Gladstone acquires 1,239 acres, ‘top-tier tenant’ in Arizona
By Carol Ostrow | Dec 31, 2015
Virginia-based Gladstone Land Corp. said Monday it purchased 1,239 acres near Willcox, Arizona - two-thirds of which is irrigated and potential farmland - for approximately $5.7 million.
100,000 Opportunities Initiative brings nationwide youth hiring campaign to Phoenix
By Carol Ostrow | Sep 20, 2015
Following 100,000 Opportunities Initiative’s successful premiere Opportunity Fair & Forum last month, the group today announced its plan to repeat the event in Phoenix on Oct. 30.
Mohave Electric's J. Tyler Carlson recognized with national service award
By Carol Ostrow | Aug 24, 2015
Mohave Electric Cooperative CEO J. Tyler Carlson will receive the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA) 2015 Paul Revere Award, a national service award, it was announced Monday in Bullhead City, Arizona.
Accelerent Phoenix brings Don Henninger on board
By Carol Ostrow | Aug 6, 2015
Don Henninger, former publisher of the Phoenix Business Journal, has joined Accelerent Phoenix as an investor and advisor, the company revealed today from Phoenix.