Politics and Government

Teachers, Schools May Get More Under Legislative Budget

May 2, 2017 Bills moving through both chambers Wednesday include 1% teacher pay raise.

Phone Talk, Text While Driving Illegal in Tucson

May 1, 2017 Ban starts Monday; first offense can bring $250 fine, or get in a crash and pay $500.

Episode 313: Arizona - 100 Days Under President Trump

Apr 28, 2017 A look at the effects on both sides of the aisle as the president passes the 100-day mark.

Episode 135: Tucson Sales Tax Election Begins, 19 Days to Vote by Mail

Apr 28, 2017 At issue: whether to raise sales tax a half percentage point to pay for police and fire equipment, road repair.

State Budget Hangup: Ducey Firm on University Funding

Apr 27, 2017 Budget negotiations in Phoenix are stuck on how to increase maintenance money.

$1.24B Pima County Budget Proposed with No Tax Rate Increase

Apr 27, 2017 Many property owners would pay more because assessed valuations are rising.

Prop 101: Should Tucson's Sales Tax Rise for Public Safety, Streets?

Apr 26, 2017 Increase would raise $250M for police, fire, street repairs in 5 years; use existing budget, opponent says.

Interest Group: Border Tax Would Cost Consumers $1.2 Trillion

Apr 25, 2017 Americans for Affordable Products says state congressional delegation opposes 20% import tax.

Public Opposes More Limits on Arizona Medicaid

Apr 24, 2017 State poised to become first to implement five-year lifetime cap on enrollment.

Episode 312: Democrats' Uphill Battle - A First Look at Campaigns for 2018 Election

Apr 21, 2017 Election Day is 18 months away but campaigns for governor and Congress are in full swing.

Episode 134: Earth Week - From Climate Science to Corporate Science

Apr 21, 2017 Politics, wildfire danger, corporate environmentalism and a solar wall.

Opening Doors to Housing for Those with Criminal Convictions

Apr 21, 2017 People can no longer be turned down from housing simply for having a criminal record.

Democrat Unseating Ducey? A 'Herculean' Task, Republican Strategist Says

Apr 21, 2017 A contender for the Arizona governor's seat would first need a lot of money.

Record Numbers Visit Saguaro National Park, Mirroring National Trend

Apr 20, 2017 Report cites significant economic impact that parks have on gateway communities.

UA Honors College Dorm Proposal Stirs Controversy

Apr 19, 2017 Neighbors north of University of Arizona feel public input not valued as plans proceed.

Organizations, Tribes Weigh in on Possible Changes to Arizona Medicaid

Apr 19, 2017 Most groups express concern the changes will result in loss of coverage for Arizona's neediest.

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