AZ Week: New American: 'I'm From Here Now'
Overcoming repression, war, refugee immigrants join ranks of US citizens in ceremonies this week.
Border Deaths Up From Last Year, Pima County Figures Show
Medical examiner's office reports 148 migrant deaths so far, compared to 125 at this time in 2012.
AZ Jobless Rate Rises to 8.3%; Job Growth Continues
39,800 jobs added in August; year-over-year job growth rate remains steady at 2%, state officials report.
Flamenco Culture Takes Center Stage in Tucson Fest
Fifth annual festival kicks off Thursday with guest artists from around the world, Spanish wine, food.
Vail Incorporation Could Be Regional Benefit
Creating a new town could be financially smart because of state revenue distribution, supporters say.
Taking Oath for Citizenship: 'I Love This Country'
Small group at Tumacacori among 25,000 across nation this week celebrating US Citizenship Day.
AZ Won't Issue Licenses to Anyone Qualifying for Deferred Action
Change came after US District Court judge ruled in May that policy was likely 'discriminatory.'
New "Freedom to Marry" Campaign Launches
Coalition of civil rights organizations; year-long education effort planned, then possible ballot measure.
Congressman Grijalva Wants New Immigration Reform Plan
Immigration bill has stalled in the US House; there are expectations that it will not be voted on this year.'Weird Plants' Flourish in Tucson
Curious adaptations to arid environments draw collectors from hobbyists to the horticulturally obsessed.Southeastern Arizona Home of Rare Habitat: Desert Grasslands
Rare ecosystem is rich in biodiversity, supports a variety of endemic plants, animals.
Brewer: State Finished Last Year With Big Cash Balance
Preliminary report on 2012-13 fiscal year shows budget at $895M in black; state deficit will be gone early.
Researchers Explore Roots of American Indian Resilience
New studies reveal protective elements of Native American cultural traditions; used for various healing treatments.AZ Grassland Faces Threats from Mesquite Trees, Woody Plants
These plants were not present in the landscape traditionally, continue to spread.
Monsoons Cut Fire Season Short; Longer Outlook Grim
100,000 acres burned in AZ this year, but heavy winter rains, snow needed to lessen future danger.
