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First Drafts of AZ Redistricting Maps Expected Soon

Map vote and release marks major step in lengthy process to redraw congressional legislative boundaries

Post-9/11: Is Heightened Security Worth Rollback of Civil Rights?

Former U.S. attorney for AZ, state ACLU director, law school dean take various positions

Amid Cuts, Arizona Mayors Cautiously Optimistic

Meeting in Tucson, they hear an update from Gov. Brewer, but still worry about budgeting and the economy

"Not a Single Day Without a Job"

Depression-era Civilian Conservation Corps left an indelible legacy in Southern Arizona

Schools Face Bigger Classrooms, Smaller Budgets

For broad range of educators, anticipation and uncertainty mark start of new school year

Giffords Returns for Debt Ceiling Vote

Wounded U.S. Rep. Gabrielle Giffords returns to House floor for first time since Jan. 8 shooting

Visualizing Crime

On-line map helps police and residents see crime trends in the city

The Violent Roots of Marijuana

Part 4 of AZPM's Controversy over Cannabis series reveals the darker side of the marijuana story

Who Oversees a Secret Garden?

Part 3 of AZPM's Controversy over Cannabis series visits a grow house to ask the question: How do you regulate home-grown medical marijuana?

Tucson Ethnic Studies Program Out of Compliance with State Law

State Superintendent decides, TUSD ethnic studies supporters react

More Unemployment, More Problems?

Public policy specialists disagree on benefits of another 20 weeks for long-term unemployed

Episode 20: Cost Shifts Leave Counties Unhappy

The Legislature imposed $93M in cuts, pass-alongs and takeaways on Arizona's 15 counties in time for budget season

Loughner Found Not Competent

Federal judge finds suspect in Tucson's tragic Jan. 8 shooting incompetent to stand trial, putting case on hold

Episode 18: State Water Situation Still Serious

A snowy winter won't save Arizona from its water woes, but does give water managers more time to plan for inevitable drier periods ahead

Ranching's Risky Business in Southern Arizona

Local ranchers say they want more resources and protection on the border to cope with illegal immigration.

Episode 15: A Legislative Wrapup

The Arizona Legislature closed its regular session this week in a rush of bill passages and hijinks

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