Politics and Government

All You Need to Know About Monday's Tax Deadline

Apr 18, 2016 Plus, reports on this year's most common scams, where to find last-minute help.

Tucson Water Plans Expanded Use of Treated Wastewater

Apr 15, 2016 Long-term water supply requires multiple sources, water director says.

Pima County Sued Over $15M Spaceport for Private Company

Apr 14, 2016 Goldwater Institute claims it's unconstitutional because cost outweighs taxpayer benefit.

Arizona Unemployment Down for Third Straight Month

Apr 14, 2016 Arizona adds jobs, sees joblessness shrink to 5.4 percent.

Arizona Government Spending Records Earn B for Ease of Use

Apr 14, 2016 Public interest group pushes state to disclose details of economic development incentives.

Tucson Water, Recycling Rate Increases Proposed

Apr 13, 2016 Public meetings scheduled this month; water rate increase could be $2.60 monthly.

$1.5M Grant to Help Pima County Reduce Jail Population

Apr 13, 2016 County spends $66M a year on jail, aims for 18% fewer inmates through various programs.

Register to Vote by Monday for May 17 Special Election

Apr 12, 2016 Two ballot issues: expanding state land trust payout for schools; pension reform.

Post-Snowden: Conversations on Privacy, Security at UA

Apr 8, 2016 Arizona Week dives into a conversation on cyber research on campus.

New State House Rules May Limit Reporters' Access

Apr 7, 2016 Reporters would have to submit to additional background checks to report from floor.

Trump Border Wall Plan Could Affect Arizona's Economy

Apr 6, 2016 Economist points to immigration and trade portions of plan to make Mexico pay.

Broadway Widening Plan Goes Before Tucson City Council

Apr 5, 2016 Tuesday's meeting will be in Pima County Board of Supervisors hearing room.

Latino Voters Look to Candidates' Ideas, Vision

Apr 1, 2016 'Arizona Week' expands AZPM's series Emerging Voices: The Latino Vote

TPD Staffing, Budget Cuts Could Affect Investigations

Apr 1, 2016 Police Union: No short-term public safety impact expected, recruiting challenges possible.

Students Tell Elders' Stories; and UAMA Showcases Sincerity and Creativity

Mar 31, 2016 Also on Arizona Spotlight: Tucson Mayor Responds to Pre-Emptive Legislation; and "Dímelo" asks about changes.

Pima County Balloon Launch Plan Called Unconstitutional

Mar 30, 2016 Goldwater Institute sends demand letter seeking cancellation of county's $15M contract.

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