Politics and Government

Homelessness Down in Arizona

Nov 3, 2014 Tucson's focus to get veterans off the streets contributes to decline in numbers.

AZ WEEK: Election Day Tuesday; A Look at Final Campaigning

Oct 31, 2014 From money that poured in to a possible political transformation of Arizona.

Navajo Nation Cancels Presidential Election

Oct 31, 2014 Announcement made after officials held in contempt of court for not removing disqualified candidate Deschene from ballot.

METRO WEEK: Negative Campaigning 'Worst Ever' This Year

Oct 31, 2014 Institute for Civil Discourse analyzes spending and tone; finds increased voter frustration.

More Bighorn Sheep Coming to Catalina Mountains

Oct 31, 2014 Second stage of controversial program to reintroduce animal to Tucson area.

More Registered Voters in Arizona, Except in Maricopa County

Oct 30, 2014 Biggest area records 1.9% decline from 'inactive' voters, driving state number down slightly; Pima County up 2.2%.

Nearly Half of Early Ballots Requested in Pima County Mailed Back

Oct 29, 2014 More than 309K voters in region asked for one this election.

Group: Border Patrol Violated Human Rights of Immigrants in Detention

Oct 29, 2014 New report says Central American women, children in Tucson were kept in unsanitary conditions.

2014 Election Campaigns: 'Worst Ever' in Terms of Negative Ads

Oct 29, 2014 Although most would say they dislike them, there are plenty on TV screens; are they effective in voters' choices?

Navajo Language Fluency Still a Requirement for Tribal Candidates

Oct 29, 2014 President Ben Shelly vetoes legislation that may have allowed Chris Deschene back in presidential race.

Election Day One Week Away; Strategists Weigh In

Oct 28, 2014 Loads of money pouring into campaigns, possible political transformation of Arizona can make this a historic election, both argue.

News Organizations Sue Arizona Over Secrecy of Death Penalty Drugs

Oct 27, 2014 Arizona Daily Star, Arizona Republic among those in lawsuit against state Department of Corrections, Attorney General Horne.

Native American Vote Key in Arizona's Largest Congressional District

Oct 27, 2014 CD 1 covers nearly two-thirds of state including 12 tribal nations.

Grant Will Help Expand Tucson Rehab Program for At-Risk Veterans

Oct 27, 2014 Treatment Court helps vets who commit certain drug, alcohol-related offenses stay out of jail.

AZ WEEK: 'Discrimination, Prejudice Pushed Me to Succeed'

Oct 24, 2014 Arizona's first governor of Mexican descent Raul H. Castro shares his story during a recent visit to Tucson.

METRO WEEK: What Impact Do Tucson Lawmakers Have on Arizona Legislature?

Oct 24, 2014 Two former legislators weigh in on changing influence of local politicians.

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