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Tucson Fast-Food Workers Strike for Higher Wages

$15 dollar an hour, right to form unions without retaliation are among demands.

Arrests of Unaccompanied Minors in Southern AZ Border Continue to Drop

Still, more than 900 child migrants apprehended in July, August in Border Patrol’s Tucson sector.

UA Provost Takes a Look at Upcoming School Year

Talks new policies, record-breaking enrollment, what exactly a provost does; Comrie at university since early '90s.

Most School Board Elections in Pima County Canceled

County officials say 11 of 17 school districts have uncontested races, so no elections necessary.

AZ Historical Society Exhibits 150 Items to Celebrate Anniversary

Museum staff, members choose pieces they feel best represent history of Arizona.

Pima County Superior Court Goes Paperless

Digital dashboard for judges would consolidate case documents, data onto computer screen; may be rolled out across Arizona.

ESL Classes at Pima Community College Start Today

Students come from more than 30 countries, US; Iraq, Mexico best represented, teacher says.

METRO WEEK: Border, Economy at Center of Barber, McSally Rematch

Former Air Force pilot breezed through Republican primary, will face off Democratic incumbent Barber in Nov.

Maria Bamford Hears Voices

Telling stories from life's darker places gives Bamford's comedy a poignant edge; performing standup at Tucson's Rialto Theatre on September 6th.

Reid Zoo Baby Elephant Makes Media Debut

African elephant Semba gave birth to female calf last week; she weighed in at 245 pounds.

Veterans Affairs: No Proof Appointment Delays Caused Deaths

Revelations that as many as 40 veterans died while awaiting care at the Phoenix VA hospital rocked the agency last spring.

Panel Clears Ousted UA Surgeon of All Charges

Say medical center failed to prove termination was justified; final say on action in University Physician Healthcare's hands.

METRO WEEK: Student Body President Wants Political Involvement

UA will see its biggest number of incoming freshmen this fall; student government aims to increase engagement.

AZ Week: Film Explores Whether Real 'El Chapo' Captured

Recent poll in Mexico shows country nearly split on believing drug lord was apprehended in February.

Salvador Duran: I Sing My Paintings, I Paint My Music

The exuberant art, music of this Mexican troubadour draw upon diverse traditions and lingering tragedy.

The Mariachi Miracle

Find out how Los Changuitos Feos became Arizona's musical ambassadors, helped transform the city of Tucson.

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