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The fence separating the U.S. from Mexico in Nogales, Ariz.

Govt Shutdown Affecting Immigration Issues

Oct 2, 2013 Two-thirds of nation's courts handling such issues are closed or working strictly limited schedules.

Shutdown: Parks Closed, D-M Civilians Furloughed

Oct 1, 2013 Essential services, including air traffic control, Border Patrol, other security forces, still working.

Govt Shutdown May Have Broad Impact in AZ

Sep 30, 2013 National parks likely first to feel effects; picture for other agencies, including military, not yet clear.

Another Republican Announces Candidacy for CD2 2014 Race

Sep 27, 2013 Ed Martin, talk-radio host, joins Martha McSally in GOP nominations for Congressional District 2's primary elections next year.

Health Exchange to Open; AZ Rates Below National Average

Sep 26, 2013 Affordable Care Act rollout starts with federally run insurance exchange, including eight insurers.

AZ Supreme Court: Legislators Must Fund Schools

Sep 26, 2013 Elimination of inflation-based budget increases called unconstitutional under state Voter Protection Act.

Price Range for Obamacare Health Insurance in AZ Released

Sep 25, 2013 Overall cheapest 'bronze' plan costs $214 a month, while 'silver' plans will be between $252 and $248.
John Huppenthal, state superintendent of public instruction, is running for re-election this November.

State Schools Chief Offers Assistance to Sunnyside

Sep 25, 2013 Top education official says he can mediate contentious district issues to enable education focus.

Report: Illegal Immigration May Be Rising Again

Sep 24, 2013 Decline began in 2007 with recession, tougher enforcement; new numbers show uptick since recession ended.

AZ Week: New American: 'I'm From Here Now'

Sep 20, 2013 Overcoming repression, war, refugee immigrants join ranks of US citizens in ceremonies this week.
A U.S. Border Patrol vehicle on the American side of the border fence in Nogales, Ariz.

Grijalva, Fellow Congressman Introduce Immigration Bill

Sep 20, 2013 Border Caucus co-chairs aim to create new plan, saying it's time to move forward with reform.
Migrant deaths in the desert continue at a steady pace and its the Tucson sector that has the highest numbers.

Border Deaths Up From Last Year, Pima County Figures Show

Sep 19, 2013 Medical examiner's office reports 148 migrant deaths so far, compared to 125 at this time in 2012.
Vail residents are asking whether or not incorporation would spell the end of their rural way of life.

Vail Incorporation Could Be Regional Benefit

Sep 18, 2013 Creating a new town could be financially smart because of state revenue distribution, supporters say.
Thirteen new U.S. citizens take their oath of allegiance in a ceremony at Tumacacori National Historic Park on Sept. 17, 2013.

Taking Oath for Citizenship: 'I Love This Country'

Sep 18, 2013 Small group at Tumacacori among 25,000 across nation this week celebrating US Citizenship Day.
DREAM students supporting education over deportation.

AZ Won't Issue Licenses to Anyone Qualifying for Deferred Action

Sep 18, 2013 Change came after US District Court judge ruled in May that policy was likely 'discriminatory.'

New "Freedom to Marry" Campaign Launches

Sep 18, 2013 Coalition of civil rights organizations; year-long education effort planned, then possible ballot measure.

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