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An air interdiction pilot in the cockpit of a helicopter belonging to U.S. Customs Air and Marine in Customs and Border Protection's Yuma Sector.

Yuma Border; Human Trafficking and Cartels; Santa Cruz River Threat

Aug 17, 2018 Plus, a conversation with incumbent candidate Gov. Doug Ducey.

Women with children waiting to apply for asylum at the Nogales Port of Entry. They are claiming domestic violence in their home countries. (July 5, 2018)

Group Pledges to Help Asylum Seekers Fleeing Domestic Violence Despite Ruling

Aug 17, 2018 A group women in Southern Arizona say they will defy a recent decision and continue helping immigrant women.

Nogales Wash in downtown Nogales, Arizona running bank to bank. (August 13, 2018)

Another Breach of Mexico-to-Arizona Sewage Pipeline Feared

Aug 17, 2018 Last year a break in the pipeline sent millions of gallons of raw sewage into the Santa Cruz River.

Home Sharing Is a Second 'Job' for Many Tucson Teachers

Aug 17, 2018 Airbnb says 12 percent of Tucson "hosts" are educators.

Martha McSally in Phoenix for the announcement of her candidacy for U.S. Senate, Jan. 12, 2018.

McSally Lead Widens in Republican Senate Race

Aug 17, 2018 Poll suggests "undecided" voters are deciding for McSally.

Nicol rests at a women shelter in Nogales, Sonora, after making a six-week trip to get to the U.S.-Mexico border. She plans to seek asylum.

Transgender Asylum Seeker From Honduras Expected to be Paroled

Aug 17, 2018 Nicol crossed into the U.S. at a Nogales port of entry almost four months ago.

Adults and children at Border Patrol's Central Processing Center in McAllen, Texas, June 17, 2018.

US Judge Extends Halt on Deportations of Separated Families

Aug 17, 2018 The order affects many of the more than 2,500 children separated from their families.

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Former Arizona State Treasurer Carol Springer Dead at 81

Aug 17, 2018 Springer was one of 5 women who won the highest state offices in 1998.

A UA study found differences in biases in the workplace based on marital status.

UA Study Uncovers Workplace Bias Based on Family Roles

Aug 17, 2018 The research found that focus is put on whether employees are seen as "providers" or "caregivers."

Marana Developing Plan to Treat Two Contaminated Wells

Aug 16, 2018 Wells have tested positive for compounds not regulated by federal laws.

E. coli was reported in Citrus City, Arizona, approximately 40 miles east of Yuma.

Arizona Utility Company Customers Advised to Boil Water

Aug 16, 2018 The notice was issued Wednesday for a town 40 miles east of Yuma.

A sign for Arizona State University, in Tempe.

ASU Expanding Beer, Wine Sales at Sun Devil Stadium

Aug 16, 2018 Fans will no longer be able to leave the stadium and return after their ticket is scanned.

Vital Reservoir Lake Mead OK for Now, But Shortages Loom

Aug 16, 2018 A forecast suggests climate and demand could drain so much water cutbacks would be necessary.

Arizona Unemployment Drops Slightly in July

Aug 16, 2018 Figure stands at 4.6 percent; seasonal job losses in education, hospitality

The Kroger Co. announced it would pilot a program using autonomous vehicles to deliver food in Scottsdale.

Kroger Begins Testing Driverless Grocery Deliveries in Scottsdale

Aug 16, 2018 Same-day or next-day delivery orders can be made online or via a mobile app.

Joe Arpaio, Martha McSally and Kelli Ward.

Arizona Voters Won't See Senate Primary Debates

Aug 16, 2018 Three GOP candidates are vying to replace Sen. Jeff Flake, while Democrats see the seat as a key step in taking the U.S. Senate.

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