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The Homeland Security Department's wall separating Douglas, Arizona, from Agua Prieta, Sonora, Mexico, ends about two miles west of both towns and becomes vehicle barrier intended to stop cars, not people.

Assaults on Border Patrol Agents Increase Over Previous Year

Jan 16, 2018 Trump administration orders the hiring of 5,000 additional agents.
A cross-section of a thick sheet of underground ice is exposed in this enhanced-color view from the High Resolution Imaging Science Experiment (HiRISE) camera on NASA's Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter.

HiRISE Camera Reveals Ice Buried in Mars Cliffs

Jan 15, 2018 The UA instrument's find could be a boon for future human exploration.
DACA not only affects immigrants brought to the country when they were kids, but now it impacts their children as well.

Decisions on DACA; Gun Regulations; the Opioid Crisis

Jan 12, 2018 DACA debate puts Arizona families in limbo, and the opioid crisis becomes a top priority at Arizona's Capitol.
A Vote Here sign outside a polling place.

Arizona Republican Senate Race Up in the Air

Jan 12, 2018 Two people entered the Republican Senate race this week changing everything.

Audit Shows ICE Isn't Hitting its Mark in Screening for Terrorists

Jan 12, 2018 At least one violation of the agency's own process found in every case file examined.
The cover of Edible Baja Arizona magazine, an issue from November/December 2017.

Following Outpouring of Support, Edible Baja Will be Back, Publisher Says

Jan 12, 2018 Biggers would like to continue a print edition, though he's open to passing the business on to someone else.
U.S. Rep. Martha McSally, in rear cockpit, at the Tucson International Airport prepares to fly between events announcing her candidacy for U.S. Senate, Jan. 12, 2018.

McSally Makes it Official: She's Running for Senate

Jan 12, 2018 Long-rumored move from House to Senate race confirmed.
The U.S. Capitol in Washington D.C.

Disagreement in Arizona Congressional Delegation Over DACA Proposal

Jan 12, 2018 Negotiations continue in Washington, D.C. to come up with an immigration reform plan
Prices edged upward for Tucson real estate.

Seller's Market Continues in Tucson, Skips Holiday Dip

Jan 11, 2018 Real estate experts forecast 2017 trends will continue into 2018.

School Finance Officers Withdraw From Education Funding Lawsuit

Jan 11, 2018 The group says schools will benefit from Gov. Ducey's school spending plan.
Sinaloa is one of five states in Mexico that has been classified under the most dangerous ranking.

New Travel Warning Puts Mexican States in Most Dangerous Ranking

Jan 11, 2018 The new U.S system classified certain states in Mexico with warnings comparable to Iraq and North Korea.
U.S. Rep. Raúl Grijalva, in the AZPM studios Nov. 20, 2017.

Grijalva Calls for Investigation Into Halting of 2 Studies

Jan 11, 2018 Congressman suspects political motivation; Trump administration points to budgetary reasons.

Understanding Water Challenges for Agricultural Communities

Jan 11, 2018 Arizona would take the biggest reduction in the Lower Basin of the Colorado River.
The U.S. Capitol in Washington D.C.

Congressional Group Introduces Proposal for Permanent DACA Legislation

Jan 10, 2018 Arizona members of Congress called it a starting point for negotiations.
University of Arizona mining engineering professor Moe Momayez holds a sensor developed to warn miners and other workers of hazardous conditions.

Team Creates 'Canary in the Mine' Sensor to Make Worksites Safer

Jan 10, 2018 UA faculty's high-tech system can warn of impending health dangers and hazards.
The University of Arizona campus.

Three UA Scholars to be Inducted as Regents' Professors

Jan 10, 2018 The award represents the state's highest faculty honor for work drawing national or international recognition.

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