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Arizona Board of Regents' Chairman Fred DuVal.

Proposed University System Overhaul

Fred DuVal, member of the Arizona Board of Regents says the regents have unveiled a ground-breaking plan to make the Arizona University System more effective and efficient.
Privately operated prisons are increasingly becoming the norm in Arizona.

Arizona's Private Prison Trend Debated

Recent Public Hearing Raises Concerns Over Push To Privatize
Tom Prezelski, a former AZ state Legislator, and Jeff Rogers, Chair of the Pima County Democratic Party, discuss their positions on Proposition 401 on the the Tucson City Charter.

Tucson Charter Change Debate

Jeff Rogers, Chair of the Pima County Democratic Party speaks in favor of Proposition 401 while former AZ state Legislator Tom Prezelski voices the opposition.
Tucson real estate agent Rah Kohli has proposed a fountain for downtown Tucson area based off of the Bellagio in Las Vegas. Kohli believes the proposed fountain could lead to hotels, restaurants, and other attractions.

Bellagio-style Fountains for Downtown Tucson?

Local real estate agent is inspired by Las Vegas attraction and hopes for similar project in Tucson.
Republican Pat Kilburn and Democrats Matt Heinz M.D. and Daniel Patterson, the three candidates for two seats in Arizona House District 29, square off in an interview with Bill Buckmaster.

Three Candidates Vie for Two Seats in AZ District 29

House of Representatives Democratic Reps. Matt Heinz, M.D. and Daniel Patterson face Republican Pat Kilburn in this heavily Democratic district.
In an interview with Bill Buckmaster, Pima County Board of Supervisors' Chair Ramon Valadez discusses the ramifications of Proposition 203, the medical marijuana act, and the proposed recreation facility on the Northwest side of town.

Super Rec-area Planned

Pima County Supervisors Chairman Ramon Valadez says the board has given the green light to move forward with plans for a massive recreation complex on Tucson's northwest side.
Three of the four candidates for two seats on the Arizona Corporation Commission, Republicans Gary Pierce and Brenda Burns and Democrat David Bradley.

Four candidates for two ACC seats

There is a four-way showdown for two seats on the Arizona Corporation Commission.
Bill Buckmaster interviews the two candidates for Arizona Senate District 30, Republican Frank Antenori and Democrat Todd Camenish.

Antenori vs. Camenisch

Battle for the Arizona state senate seat is district 30 has Republican Senator Frank Antenori facing out against Democratic Challenger Todd Camenisch.

Ray Carroll: Rosemont Ads Targeting County Supervisors “Misguided”

A recent radio ad campaign urges listeners to call supes in support of the proposed mine.

Seeking Safety North of the Border

Wealthy Mexicans are investing time and money in Arizona, concerned about violence in their country.
Bill Buckmaster interviews the candidates for the Arizona House of Representatives in District 30

LD 30 Showdown

Three candidates, Republicans David Gowan and Ted Vogt are challenged by Democrat Andrea Dalessandro for two seats in the Arizona House of Representatives from District 30.
Jack Camper

The Chamber's Top Man

Jack Camper, head of the Tucson Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce talks about charter changes, tax increases and Rosemont Mine.

Electric Cars Rolling Out

Supporters of electric vehicles are excited about the short-term and long-term future
Robert N. Shelton, University of Arizona President

Back to School at UA

UA President Dr. Robert Shelton talks about the challenges facing the University of Arizona in another tough economic year.
Customer shops at thriftstore

Thrift Stores

Thrift stores are thriving in this tough economy as consumers look for ways to make their dollars stretch
Tucson Council Member Steve Kozachik

City Challenges

Tucson City Councilman Steve Kozachik of Ward 6 says city faces major challenges concerning the budget and a proposed downtown Tucson hotel.

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