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Organic marijuana being grown at an Arizona farm for processing into medical marijuana.

Arizona voters to consider another recreational marijuana bill

Oct 2, 2020 The new bill has criminal justice elements not present in a similar bill that was narrowly defeated in 2016.
The Pima County Public Service Center.

Arizona voter registration guide; deadline Oct. 15

Oct 2, 2020 Here are some ways you can register to vote for the Nov. 3 election.
UA President Robert Robbins speaks with AZPM May 14, 2020.

UA president Robbins blames Greek houses for COVID-19 outbreak

Oct 2, 2020 Fraternities, sororities held unauthorized "rush" events in person.
U.S. Rep. Andy Biggs, July 2019.

Arizona congressman pushes unproven drug treatment for president

Oct 2, 2020 The FDA says hydroxychloroquine is "unlikely to be effective."

State unemployment fund in danger of running out

Oct 2, 2020 Arizona is paying more than it is taking in for unemployment benefits.
An open sign hangs in the window of a business in Patagonia.

All counties can reopen, state says

Oct 2, 2020 State clears Graham County to partially reopen eateries, gyms, thaters.
The sun sets over Tucson in July 2020, which was the hottest July on record.

Much of US Southwest left parched after monsoon season

Oct 2, 2020 Weather forecasters say the upcoming winter likely won't make up for the precipitation deficit.
Looking toward downtown Tucson as the sun goes down, January 2018.

Pima County Board of Supervisors races could bring changes

Oct 2, 2020 All five seats are up for grabs on the board, which sets major local policy decisions.
President Trump speaks in Phoenix, June 23, 2020.

Trump to hold campaign rally in Tucson Monday

Oct 1, 2020 He'll then head to Flagstaff for his second rally in Arizona next week.
Downtown Tucson, Oct. 23, 2019.

News roundup: Trump to hold rally in Tucson, counties clear marks for partial reopenings

Oct 1, 2020 Recent coverage impacting Southern Arizona, Oct. 1

Judge halts fee hike that would have nearly doubled cost of citizenship

Oct 1, 2020 Arizona advocates welcomed the action, saying the increases would have put the cost of citizenship out of reach for many.
Adults in the Tucson Jewish Community Center's day program for people with disabilities swimming at the J Sept. 3, 2020.

People with disabilities face both unique and common challenges during pandemic

Oct 1, 2020 Educators and service providers discuss how the pandemic has impacted community members with disabilities in Arizona.
U.S. Supreme Court building, Washington, D.C.

US Supreme Court nomination carries high stakes

Oct 1, 2020 A UA law professor notes the court's reputation rides on how it handles a 6-3 majority for conservatives.
Two women fill out their ballots at a polling place in Pima County.

FBI working with local officials to protect Arizona elections

Sep 30, 2020 Agency officials say they are ready to investigate and stop election fraud.
The bright sun sets behind some trees near Soleng Tom Elementary School on Tucson's east side.

News roundup: Quitobaquito road access closed, Pima County breaks early ballot record

Sep 30, 2020 Recent coverage impacting Southern Arizona, Sept. 30.
A voter displays their "I Voted Early in Pima County" sticker.

Pima County breaks record for early ballot requests

Sep 30, 2020 The county also continues to add to its voter registration record.

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