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The White House's south lawn.

Homeland Security Announces Extension of Program for 'Dreamers'

Jun 19, 2017 President Trump is leaving President Obama’s executive order alone, protecting those brought to the country illegally when they were children.
Sen. John McCain speaks during a town hall conducted over Facebook, June 15, 2017.

McCain: Senate Health Care Bill 'Stuck in Gridlock'

Jun 15, 2017 Senator tells Facebook audience bill may fail if not passed by July 4 recess.
U.S. Senator Jeff Flake (R-Ariz.), April 2012.

Flake Calls For All To Tone Down Rhetoric Following Shooting

Jun 15, 2017 Twelve hours after the Virginia shooting the Senator said we need a change.
Sen. Jeff Flake walks following a shooting at an early-morning baseball practice of congressional Republicans, June 14, 2017.

For Arizona Politicians, Echoes of Jan. 8 in Wednesday Shooting

Jun 14, 2017 Sen. Jeff Flake witnessed shooting at a GOP baseball practice, provided aid to wounded colleague.

Arizona's Flake Witnesses Shooting Outside D.C.

Jun 14, 2017 He says he received call from Giffords' husband Mark Kelly shortly after.
A Vote Here sign outside a polling place.

Referendums Give People a Say On Recently Passed Laws

Jun 12, 2017 Two groups are trying to repeal laws just passed by the Legislature.

Episode 141: Local Governments Say No to Trump's Wall

Jun 9, 2017 Metro Week: 2 fire districts propose consolidation; new Catholic bishop coming to Tucson.
IRS officials suggest you take precautions to find an ethical tax preparer.

How's Tucson's Credit Score? Getting Better

Jun 9, 2017 City's credit rating reflects a better budget than in past years.
An A-10 from Davis-Monthan Air Force Base fires its gun at the Goldwater Range during the Hawgsmoke competiton. June 2016

Air Force Puts Some A-10s in Jeopardy Again

Jun 8, 2017 Plans call for cutting three squadrons because of wing problems.
The downtown Tucson Police Department station, South Stone Avenue.

Probation Changes Drive Down State's Recidivism Rate

Jun 8, 2017 Arizona is one of five states that has seen a double-digit drop in those re-entering prison.
A view above the Santa Rita Mountains from satellite.

Rosemont Mine Takes Step Forward with Forest Service Approval

Jun 7, 2017 More permitting and approval must go through before operations can begin.
The White House's south lawn.

Ducey to Join Group Talking Infrastructure at White House

Jun 6, 2017 Ducey's list includes I-10, cross-border sewer in Nogales.
State Sen. Steve Farley, left, and Gov. Doug Ducey Thursday, Oct. 29, in Farley's Senate office.

Tucsonan Farley Enters 2018 Governor's Race

Jun 6, 2017 State Senate assistant minority leader becomes third Democrat to announce.
South Tucson City Hall is pictured on April 2, 2015.

Facing Deficit, South Tucson May Trim Essential Services

Jun 6, 2017 City may outsource fire department, scale back police services.
University of Arizona's 22nd president, Robert C. Robbins.

Episode 140: Meet the New University of Arizona President

Jun 2, 2017 Robert C. Robbins says he'll start scholarships, encourage what UA does well.
City of Tucson ward boundaries and precincts.

Tucson City Council: 2 Primary Races, 2 November Races

May 31, 2017 Fimbres, in one of three seats up for election this year, has no challengers.

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