AZ Illustrated Politics: Friday, October 25, 2013
Tucson Ward 6's Councilman Steve Kozachik discusses SB 1070, gun violence, other issues, as city elections approach.
AZ Week: Immigration Reform Back In Play
Three angles of immigration debate weigh on Obama's urging to Congress to revive comprehensive talks.
Health Secretary, in Phoenix, Promises Care Act Fixes
Sebelius says 700K applications have been submitted for coverage through online exchange, despite flaws.
Immigrant Rights Activists Challenge Charges After Arrest
On Oct. 11 protestors stopped two buses with detainees en route to fed court known as Operation Streamline; charged with felonies.
Chef's Inspiration Comes from Local Ingredients
Omar Huerta, executive chef of Wildflower, says his menu revolves around locally sourced food items.
Man Executed for 6 Tucson Murders in 1990s
Robert Glen Jones Jr. given lethal injection at AZ State Prison; director of Homicide Survivors talks of aftermath.
NPR: Company Plans to Launch Balloon Ride to Stratosphere
World View, a new space tourism company in Tucson, would offer option to passengers as early as 2015; price about $75K.
Activists Ask Tucson City Council to Change Enforcement of SB1070
Immigration advocates want city to explore ways to comply with state law while reducing Border Patrol calls.
Controversial Treatment Eases Trauma, Raises Questions
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) uses the senses to resolve trauma, but researchers remain uncertain about how it works.
Desert Photographer Explores Science of Color Vision
Michael McNulty looks into research offering insights on physical properties of light, human perception specific to the Sonoran desert.
Undocumented Migrant Rescues Increasing in AZ
As of end of August 2013, Border Patrol had rescued 760 migrants; 20% more than 2012, 50% more than 2011.
Grijalva Urges Congress to Continue Immigration Reform Talks
Gov. shutdown is over, Obama says he wants lawmakers to focus on reform; there is too much to lose if they don't, Grijalva says.
Pot-Bellied Pigs Wait for New Parents At Local Sanctuary
Ironwood Pig Sanctuary is the home for unwanted, abused pot-bellied pigs; since its opening the animals have kept on coming.
Military Personnel Indicted in Tucson-Based Case
AZ Attorney General Horne announces accusations for 8 state Air National Guard officers, 13 enlisted who allegedly falsified records for more pay.
AZ Week: Effects of Technology, Other Forces in Current Journalism
5 media members explore state of media in society as 'watchdogs,' transparency of information, technology.
