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File photo of a hospital hallway.

Public Comment on Medicaid Changes Closing

Feb 5, 2018 Monday is the last day to give your opinion on AHCCCS changes
Volunteer tax preparer Katherine Steiner helps a taxpayer prepare her return.

Tax Season Begins; Groups Offering Free Filing Help

Feb 5, 2018 The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program will offer free tax preparation at seven Tucson-area sites.

Texting While Driving Now A Primary Offense in Tucson

Feb 2, 2018 First time fine is $50, doubles for the second ciation.
A pothole on a Tucson street.

Pima County Drafts Proposal for Road Repair Sales Tax

Feb 2, 2018 Tax revenues would go towards roadwork entirely to start, then gradually shift to mitigate property taxes.
Don Shooter speaks prior to a vote on the Arizona House floor that led to his expulsion from the Legislature, Feb. 1, 2018

Arizona House Votes to Expel Rep. Don Shooter

Feb 1, 2018 Speaker Mesnard called for the Thursday vote, which needed a two-thirds majority.
A view of buildings in downtown Tucson from the Temple of Music and Art, January 2018.

Tucson City Council Mulls New Taxes to Raise Revenue

Feb 1, 2018 City Manager Michael Ortega said city is missing out on millions of dollars.
The tram at Sabino Canyon, 2011 (CC BY 2.0).

Public-Private Partnership Submits Proposal for Sabino Canyon Tram

Jan 30, 2018 The bid includes electric vehicles, electronic payment and shuttle service.

Flake: Promoting Fiscal Growth While Restricting Immigration 'Ironic'

Jan 30, 2018 Arizona Senator cautions colleagues about unintended consequences
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Scientists Sue EPA Over Who Can Serve On Advisory Boards

Jan 29, 2018 The lawsuit is in reaction to the banning of EPA-grant recipients from the boards.
One of the 80 F-16s that fly out of the Arizona Air National Guard's 162nd Fighter WIng.

More for Military? Dems Call for Expanding Other Spending, Too

Jan 29, 2018 Recommendation: The next spending deal in Washington should bring more dollars to many areas.
Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey.

Ducey Signs Opioid Bill Unanimously Approved by Legislature

Jan 26, 2018 The measure is meant to crack down on excess opioid prescriptions, among other things.
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Grijalva Doubts DACA Proposal's Chances in House

Jan 24, 2018 Some in Congress question whether House and Senate can agree.
U.S. Sen. Jeff Flake at a Tucson ceremony in which he received an award in from the Arizona Sheriffs Association.

Sen Flake Pushes for DACA Resolution

Jan 24, 2018 The Arizona Republican says he will hold McConnell to a promise to bring DACA up for a vote.
Former University of Arizona football coach Rich Rodriguez greets fans as he leads the team into the stadium, 2012.

Former Football Staffer Files New $8.5M Claim Against UA, Rodriguez

Jan 23, 2018 Melissa Wilhelmsen claims the UA failed to protect her against sexual assault and harassment by Athletics Department personnel.
Arizona Secretary of State Michele Reagan.

Efforts to Track Campaign Dollars in Arizona

Jan 23, 2018 With election season underway, big money is expected for Arizona campaigns.
Chris DeSimone and Jim Nintzel.

The Race for Jeff Flake's Senate Seat

Jan 22, 2018 And the ripple effect on other upcoming campaigns.

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