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The fence separating the U.S. from Mexico in Nogales, Ariz.

Widow of Slain Border Rancher Tries to Block Access to Case File

Nov 7, 2013 Widow of Cochise County border rancher Rob Krentz asked Superior Court to prohibit county officials from releasing information of husband's death.

UA Researchers Study Climate Change Effects In Amazon Trees

Nov 7, 2013 University scientists part of international research team; recently wrapped up field work in Peru.
Tucson City Council member Karin Uhlich, holding her foster son Isaiah, at the Democratic Party gathering on election night, Nov. 5, 2013.

Tucson City Council Democratic Incumbents Re-elected

Nov 5, 2013 Uhlich wins Ward 3, Fimbres Ward 5; propositions to increase city spending limit, 10-year plan both pass.
Vail residents are asking whether or not incorporation would spell the end of their rural way of life.

Vail: No Incorporation; 'Population Doesn't Feel It's Right Time.'

Nov 5, 2013 56% vote against formation of what would have been AZ's 92nd municipality; proponents disappointed.

Sunnyside's $9.3M Budget Override Rejected

Nov 5, 2013 Altar Valley voters also say no; Catalina Foothills wins approval of 2 overrides totaling $773K.

Tucson Voters Pass Increase to City Budget Limit

Nov 5, 2013 City can now spend $50M more than currently allowed if revenues are available, thanks to the support of 62 percent.
Kathleen Oestreich, CEO of Meritus, discusses the health Co-op created by the Affordable Care Act.

Obamacare Issues Affect AZ Medicaid Enrollment

Nov 5, 2013 Arizona expanded its Medicaid program, known as AHCCCS, under the Affordable Care Act.

Congress Negotiates Food Stamp Funding, Grijalva Opposes Cuts

Nov 4, 2013 Arizona Congressman hopes Senate, House will agree to eliminate proposed cuts to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Programs.

Health Centers Enroll 8,000 in First Month of Medicaid Expansion

Nov 4, 2013 Arizona officials estimate 300,000 people are eligible for the state’s Medicaid program, known as AHCCCS.
40,000 took part in the annual All Souls Procession in downtown Tucson.

All Souls Procession: Celebrating Cycle of Life

Nov 4, 2013 Annual rite unites participants, spectators in commemoration of lost loved ones; 40,000 take part.

AZ Illustrated Politics: Friday, November 1, 2013

Nov 1, 2013 Troubling rollout of Obamacare; next week's Tucson city elections; referendum effort to reverse a new state law overhauling AZ's election system.

AZ Week: Local Elections in Tucson, Phoenix Tuesday

Nov 1, 2013 Both cities will choose city council members; a look at what side of the political spectrum they stand on.
Students celebrate their achievements at a University of Arizona graduation ceremony.

UA On Top for Most Employable Graduates, Report Says

Nov 1, 2013 Global Employability Survey ranks top 150 universities around world; AU ranks 13 among US public universities.
The streets of downtown Tucson are packed with people during the annual All souls Procession.

All Souls Attracts Participants Beyond Local Community

Oct 31, 2013 One-time intimate expression of loss becomes collective cultural tradition in Tucson; All Souls weekend kicks off Nov. 2.
As a young mother, Dolores Villaseñor was the victim of domestic abuse for more than a decade. She is now helping other young women by sharing the story of how she turned her life around.

Domestic Abuse Survivor Becomes Advocate

Oct 31, 2013 In Pima County, domestic violence deaths on the rise
The fence separating the U.S. from Mexico in Nogales, Ariz.

AZ Business Groups Lobby for Immigration Reform

Oct 30, 2013 US businesses head to DC, including AZ Chamber visiting all 9 AZ House members to cite positive economic impact.

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