Politics and Government

Tucson Ethnic Studies Program Out of Compliance with State Law

Jun 15, 2011 State Superintendent decides, TUSD ethnic studies supporters react

More Unemployment, More Problems?

Jun 10, 2011 Public policy specialists disagree on benefits of another 20 weeks for long-term unemployed

Episode 20: Cost Shifts Leave Counties Unhappy

May 27, 2011 The Legislature imposed $93M in cuts, pass-alongs and takeaways on Arizona's 15 counties in time for budget season

Loughner Found Not Competent

May 25, 2011 Federal judge finds suspect in Tucson's tragic Jan. 8 shooting incompetent to stand trial, putting case on hold

Episode 18: State Water Situation Still Serious

May 13, 2011 A snowy winter won't save Arizona from its water woes, but does give water managers more time to plan for inevitable drier periods ahead

Ranching's Risky Business in Southern Arizona

Apr 27, 2011 Local ranchers say they want more resources and protection on the border to cope with illegal immigration.

Episode 15: A Legislative Wrapup

Apr 22, 2011 The Arizona Legislature closed its regular session this week in a rush of bill passages and hijinks

Episode 14: Arizona's Unique Political Dynamics

Apr 15, 2011 Redistricting, Kyl, Giffords combo makes the state's political scenario more interesting than usual - Arizona Week explores

The Republican Rift

Apr 8, 2011 Republican council member calls his party dysfunctional

Episode 13: The Fourth R: Reductions

Apr 8, 2011 Arizona public schools begin the task of trimming another $183 million from their budgets - Arizona Week's 13th episode explores

What the Shutdown Means for Us

Apr 7, 2011 Arizona prepares for the local impact of a national problem, as a budget deal continues to elude the nation's leaders

Episode 12: Redistricting Arizona

Apr 1, 2011 Redrawing state congressional boundaries no longer involves 'smoke-filled back room,' experts say, but the system has fallen short of creating competitive election districts - more tonight at 8:30p.m., on PBS-HD

Finding a Home for Medical Marijuana

Mar 14, 2011 As state finalizes regulations about medical marijuana, local residents look for dispensary sites--and find a host of complex requirements

Medicaid Funding in Jeopardy

Mar 8, 2011 Healthcare providers uneasy about impact of imminent AHCCCS cuts

Episode 8: Medicaid Cuts Could Constrict State's Recovery

Mar 4, 2011 Health care for working poor, insurance rates, and the overall economy would all suffer if Arizona slashes or stops AHCCCS, experts say

Peace Corps Turns 50

Mar 2, 2011 UA fellows say international volunteer program continues to have relevance in the world

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