BORDER May 16, 2024

As fentanyl seizures increase, Arizona among the worst

A new government-funded study shows that seizures of illicit fentanyl nationwide increased dramatically from 2017 to last year, with Arizona among the top states leading the increase.
BORDERGOVERNMENT May 16, 2024

US border arrests fall in April, bucking usual spring increase as Mexico steps up enforcement

U.S. officials have largely attributed the decline to more enforcement in Mexico.
May 15, 2024

Police asking for community’s help in homicide investigation of UA Student

Erin Jones was killed at an off-campus party April 28.

AZ state legislature attempts to stop California regulation on trucking fleets

The legislature, along with 16 other states, argue the regulation violates the Constitution's Commerce Clause.

Proposed settlement is first step in securing Colorado River water for 3 Native American tribes

The Navajo Nation has one of the largest single outstanding claims in the Colorado River basin and will vote soon on the measure in a special session.

AZ Supreme Court puts 1864 abortion ban enforcement on hold

The court is wating another 90 days before the near-total abortion ban goes into effect.
TRANSPORTATION May 13, 2024

Section of Grant Road will undergo construction until 2026

Lanes will be closed overnight starting at 8 p.m.
BORDER May 13, 2024

Border officials launch cross-border campaign to find wanted individuals

Border officials are teaming with the State of Sonora on a new initiative asking the public for help to catch wanted people associated with transnational criminal organizations.
IN DEPTH

Forest Service begins public scoping period for South32 Hermosa Mine Project

If approved the mine will supply zinc and manganese.

Housing Crisis: The Amphi Panteras advocate for residents of the Malibu Apartments in Tucson

In Tucson’s Amphi neighborhood, a tenant activist group is focusing their attention on the Malibu Apartments where tenants are fighting for their rights.

Despite growing gaps in homeless services, community assistance groups feel unsupported

Mutual aid organizers report the feelings of hostility have increased this year.

Changing their tune: Turmoil within Republicans over abortion and its election impact

Arizona's senate requires some bipartisan support to repeal the 1864 near-total ban. But, some Republicans are fighting to keep the ban, while others are wavering.
HEADLINES
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Phoenix's semiconductor hiring is slow despite federal investment
The government is spending billions to support semiconductor manufacturing in the U.S. But trainees seeking chipmaking jobs may have to wait.
Associated Press
Arizona is boosting efforts to protect people from the extreme heat after hundreds died last summer
Arizona's new heat officer is working with local governments and nonprofit groups to open more cooling centers and ensure homes have working air conditioners.
Associated Press
Less alcohol, or none at all, is one path to better health
Moderate drinking was once thought to have benefits for the heart but better research methods have thrown cold water on that idea.
NPR
As Phoenix makes way for semiconductor factories, this business is saving the native plants that were there first
Here's the story of one business at the intersection of conservation and growth amid Phoenix’s semiconductor boom.
NPR
CHIPS funds are heading to Phoenix, “ground zero for the new economy”
An influx of federal investment in the city's semiconductor industry is meant to reshape the economy. But will it work?
NPR
One of the greatest: UA's unsung wheelchair basketball hero, Rudy Gallego
We meet Rudy Gallego, the man who started the University of Arizona's first adaptive sports team, wheelchair basketball.
NPR
As bird flu spreads in cows, here are 4 big questions scientists are trying to answer
Scientists say the risk to people is minimal, but open questions remain, including how widespread the outbreak is and how the virus is spreading.
Associated Press
Pac-12 players to watch as the conference gets ready to splinter across the country
The Pac-12 will splinter apart before fall camp starts, with all but two teams heading to new conferences.
Associated Press
UnitedHealth says wide swath of patient files may have been taken in Change cyberattack
UnitedHealth says files with personal information that could cover a "substantial portion of people in America" may have been taken in the cyberattack on its Change Healthcare business.
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