Politics and Government

McSally Votes for 'Dreamers,' Against Other Obama Action

Jan 14, 2015 Republican defies party to keep immigration executive order funding in place for young adults.

Dread Driving Test? Take Classes Instead Under New State Rules

Jan 14, 2015 New state rules allow classes in lieu of written, road exams; aim is more professional instruction.

Rothschild: Happy with Ducey's Attention to Southern Arizona

Jan 13, 2015 Governor, mayor meet privately for half-hour; Ducey says he touts region as good for business.

Democratic Response to Ducey: Where's Real Reform?

Jan 13, 2015 Minority legislative leader says he is 'championing same failed policies that stunted economic recovery.'

Congressman Salmon Introduces Term Limits Bill

Jan 13, 2015 Says he wants amendment for two six-year terms for US senators, three two-year terms for US House members.

Saguaro National Park May Raise Some Fees

Jan 13, 2015 Park officials say increases have been authorized by National Park Service

Ducey Freezes State Hiring, Rejects Tax Increases

Jan 12, 2015 He lays out ideas underlying plan to balance state's budget, improve education, fund classrooms.

Tucson Streetcar Ridership Down in November, December

Jan 12, 2015 Holidays, weather reduced number of people riding rails between downtown, UA.

2015 Legislature Faces Familiar Budget Issues

Jan 12, 2015 Lawmakers convene Monday, with new state administration, same fiscal problems atop their agenda.

TUSD Ethnic Studies Case Before US Court of Appeals

Jan 12, 2015 Teachers, students seek to overturn state law that banned Mexcican American Studies in Tucson.

McSally Meets With Border Patrol, Ranchers

Jan 11, 2015 Congresswoman's first weekend in home district includes border tour, assessment.

McCain Says He Likely Will Seek Another Term in 2016

Jan 9, 2015 Republican senator, who will turn 80 before next election, says he wants to focus on national security.

'Dreamer' Driver's Licenses Argued Anew in Court

Jan 8, 2015 Lawyers for state of Arizona, plaintiffs seek ruling in their favor without going to trial.

McSally Takes Seat in Congress Tuesday

Jan 6, 2015 She joins 4 other Republicans, 4 Democrats in representing Arizona in U.S. House of Representatives.

TUSD's Sanchez Stands by Minority Classes

Jan 5, 2015 Says district has done nothing wrong and must adhere to federal desegregation order rather than state ruling.

Doug Ducey Takes Oath as Arizona's 23rd Governor

Jan 5, 2015 'I will submit balanced budgets to the House and Senate,' he says in inaugural speech before big Capitol crowd.

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