It looks like Gov. Jan Brewer will have to pick a new chief of staff.

PHOENIX - A former top legislative aide who has been working for a health care company is Gov. Janet Brewer's pick to head the governor's Office of Strategic Planning and Budget.

Gov. Jan Brewer proposed an ambitious package of future tax cuts for business Tuesday that she said are necessary to improve the state economy.

Gov. Jan Brewer proposed an ambitious package of future tax cuts for business Tuesday that she said are necessary to improve the state economy.

Gov. Jan Brewer proposed an ambitious package of future tax cuts for business Tuesday that she said are necessary to improve the state economy.

Kevin Tyne, Gov. Jan Brewer's chief of staff, is leaving to take a job with the Republican Governors Association. The move comes nine months after Brewer became the state's chief executive, taking Tyne, a longtime confidant, with her from the secretary of state's office. In that time, though, Tyne has come under some criticism for his management style, with two high-profile staffers leaving.

A top aide to Gov. Jan Brewer hinted Friday the governor might veto a package of tax cuts for business if they reach her desk in its current form.

Gov. Jan Brewer is refusing to make public what her department directors say will be the effect of future budget cuts, at least for the time being.

So what's it worth to have hotel rooms in Paris with the right amenities -- and no construction out front?

Arizona is suffering financially because of a "disconnect" between the business community and the Legislature, Jerry Colangelo said Thursday.

The economic recession is expected to end in the second half of this year, but job losses and the state government’s money woes will continue a lot longer, according to economists who spoke to the Economic Club of Phoenix on Wednesday.

The economic recession is expected to end in the second half of this year, but job losses and the state government's money woes will continue a lot longer, according to economists who spoke to the Economic Club of Phoenix on Wednesday.

With the state facing a significant budget deficit, Arizona is at a crossroads. The decisions our elected officials make to get us out of this fiscal crisis will determine whether Arizona improves its competitive position in the global economy by encouraging enterprise and a healthy business environment. The alternative is stifled economic development and perpetuated financial strain.

Saying the economy is not getting better, Gov. Jan Brewer has directed all state agencies to prepare to cut spending up to 20 percent, above and beyond the budget reductions just imposed.

Eileen Gilbert bought her first Anne Klein watch 10 years ago. She had just gotten divorced and wanted to treat herself to something nice. She found a watch with a plain face, a simple band and the tiny AK logo.

Glenn Hamer, guest commentary

State agencies are proposing early release of convicted felons, eliminating health care for children of the working poor and ending programs to help students pass the AIMS test as measures they would have to take if lawmakers balance the budget with sharp mid-year spending cuts.

Saying the state’s finances are worse than ever, Gov. Jan Brewer formally asked lawmakers Monday to hike the state sales tax by 1 percent for three years.

It’s been 13 years since Arizona’s governor has gotten a raise.

It’s been 13 years since Arizona’s governor has gotten a raise.