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Tucson, State Argue Gun Destruction before Supreme Court

City declares sovereignty under its charter; state says its law prevails.

Episode 126: TUSD School Board Mulls Leadership Change

Plus, local law enforcement leaders are cutting budgets and asking for funding; high-risk areas for lead poisoning

Raucous Crowd for McSally's First Town Hall of Year

250 attend, hundreds more wait outside; congresswoman promises more such meetings.

Tucson Trump Supporters Work To Change Perceptions About President

Demonstrators say he is sticking to his promises.

At Tucson Volunteer Fair, Activism by Lending a Hand

63 organizations meet and mingle with Tucsonans looking to get more engaged.

Monsanto Pulls Tax Break Request, But Stays in County

Widespread opposition to the agricultural giant's plans for a corn-seed operation near Marana.

Tucson Calls for Arguments on Sales Tax Increase Proposal

Submit 300-word pro or con for May election on proposal for half-cent increase.

From March to Movement

After the march ends, everyone takes their signs and goes home. Then what? How does a march turn into a movement?

Episode 123: Local Politics After Divisive 2016 Election

Incoming City Council elections, a Latina business advocate on Trump's executive actions, and more.

Tucsonans Protest Trump's Order on Immigration

Police estimate more than 700 people gather at federal courthouse downtown.

Refugees No Threat to Security, Tucson Advocate Says

After lengthy vetting, 1,300 came to Tucson last year; more were expected in 2017.

15,000 People Turn Up For Tucson Women's March

Organizers had expected between 2,000 and 5,000.

Tucsonans Traveling to DC for Women's March on Washington

The march is expected to draw 100s of thousands from around the world Saturday.

Can't Get to Women's March in DC? Go to Downtown Tucson

One of 281 sister marches taking place around the world.

State Not Likely to Drop Gun Suit Against Tucson

The law barring destruction of seized weapons is not likely to change.

Three Elections in Store for Tucsonans in 2017

City will vote on sales tax, open seats on City Council.

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