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A pothole on a Tucson street.

Pima County Drafts Proposal for Road Repair Sales Tax

Tax revenues would go towards roadwork entirely to start, then gradually shift to mitigate property taxes.
Don Shooter speaks prior to a vote on the Arizona House floor that led to his expulsion from the Legislature, Feb. 1, 2018

Arizona House Votes to Expel Rep. Don Shooter

Speaker Mesnard called for the Thursday vote, which needed a two-thirds majority.
One of the 80 F-16s that fly out of the Arizona Air National Guard's 162nd Fighter WIng.

More for Military? Dems Call for Expanding Other Spending, Too

Recommendation: The next spending deal in Washington should bring more dollars to many areas.
Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey.

Ducey Signs Opioid Bill Unanimously Approved by Legislature

The measure is meant to crack down on excess opioid prescriptions, among other things.
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Grijalva Doubts DACA Proposal's Chances in House

Some in Congress question whether House and Senate can agree.
Chris DeSimone and Jim Nintzel.

The Race for Jeff Flake's Senate Seat

And the ripple effect on other upcoming campaigns.
Arizona Secretary of State Michele Reagan.

Efforts to Track Campaign Dollars in Arizona

With election season underway, big money is expected for Arizona campaigns.
The U.S. Capitol in Washington D.C.

Southern Arizona VA Services Will Continue if Federal Government Shuts Down

Crucial government services will still be open.
An eye exam hangs on the wall of a health clinic.

Legislators Using Health Care for Children as a Bargaining Chip

There are 25,000 children in Arizona covered by CHIP.
The United States, Arizona and University of Arizona flags.

Ducey Budget Proposal Includes Money for University Infrastructure

The program puts state money toward a bonding plan lobbied for by Arizona's universities.
U.S. Rep. Martha McSally, in rear cockpit, at the Tucson International Airport prepares to fly between events announcing her candidacy for U.S. Senate, Jan. 12, 2018.

McSally Makes it Official: She's Running for Senate

Long-rumored move from House to Senate race confirmed.
U.S. Rep. Raúl Grijalva, in the AZPM studios Nov. 20, 2017.

Grijalva Calls for Investigation Into Halting of 2 Studies

Congressman suspects political motivation; Trump administration points to budgetary reasons.
The U.S. Capitol in Washington D.C.

Congressional Group Introduces Proposal for Permanent DACA Legislation

Arizona members of Congress called it a starting point for negotiations.
Kelly Fryer

Tucsonan Kelly Fryer Enters Governor Race

CEO of YWCA of Southern Arizona becomes 3rd Democrat seeking top AZ seat.
Chris Lemmon pays tribute to his famous father Jack Lemmon in the stage show "A Twist of Lemmon".

"A Twist of Lemmon" - A Son's Heartfelt Tribute to his Famous Father

Also: Preview Governor Ducey's 2018 "State of the State" address; explore black holes with Tucson astronomers featured on NOVA; and why the 1976 Mexican film "Canoa: A Shameful Memory" remains relevant.
The White House's south lawn.

Trump Drives Arizona Policy in 2017

Policies from the White House reached Arizona in many ways this year.

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