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In-depth exploration of issues behind suicide for teens, college students and older adults

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AZ Illustrated Politics: Friday, April 18, 2014

Bill to expand 'empowerment scholarships" dies in Arizona House; fundraising totals for congressional races; campaigns' "dark money."

AZ Week: TUSD Solar Panels Expected to Save Money

Project may be largest of its kind, aiming to reduce carbon footprint; energy costs down $11M in 20 years.

Restless Artist Finds Joy in Unusual Medium

"Fuddx" is a professional magician and balloon sculptor; he recently won bronze for his individual work at the World Balloon Convention.

Confronting Suicide Part 4: Reporters' Notebook

3 AZPM producers discuss their findings in researching suicide prevention efforts for teens, college students, elderly.

The border of Nogales, Arizona and Nogales, Mexico is separated by a large brown metal fence.

Murders in Mexico Appear to Drop By 15% Last Year, Analysis Says

Authorities would like to take credit but report's author says that is 'debatable;' certain cartels have established monopolies so no need to fight anyone, he argues.

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AZ Illustrated Politics: Friday, April 18, 2014
April 18, 2014 | AZPM - Bill to expand 'empowerment scholarships" dies in Arizona House; fundraising totals for congressional races; campaigns' "dark money."

Reported Delayed Medical Attention Leads to Vets Deaths
April 18, 2014 | AP - U.S. Sens. John McCain, Jeff Flake say congressional committees looking into allegations that up to 40 AZ veterans died waiting for appointments.

House Kills 'Empowerment Scholarships' Bill
April 18, 2014 | AP - Lawmakers reject expansion of state's school voucher program; would have made eligible 120K low-income students.

AZ Week: TUSD Solar Panels Expected to Save Money
April 18, 2014 | AZPM - Project may be largest of its kind, aiming to reduce carbon footprint; energy costs down $11M in 20 years.

Weekly Business Report: Tucson Real Estate Market Changing
April 18, 2014 | AZPM - Inside Tucson Business Editor Evans discusses week's top stories, including housing, bioscience, start-up competition.