Regents say funding proposal preps Arizona for tech-driven economy
The budget request would set Arizona up to compete successfully in a changing economic landscape, the board chair says.
#RedForEd advocates say Arizona budget plan ignores schools
The teacher-backed organization says a $1 billion surplus should be used to help restore previous education funding levels.
Arizona Charter School Legislation Appears Dead
The legislation was prompted by growing public scrutiny of charter schools, their finances and their owners.
GOP Arizona Senators Back Charter Oversight Legislation
Opposing Democrats said the legislation was written by the charter industry and doesn't do enough to end problems.
Arizona Lawmakers Ready Changes to How English Language Learners are Taught
The House and Senate are poised to pass bill changing how ELL students are taught.
Pima County Supervisors OK TUSD Desegregation Tax Plan, Defying Legislature
County plans to leave tax as a part of its primary property tax, bucking recently passed law.
Education Association: Teachers Return to Work Thursday if Lawmakers Pass Budget
On fourth day of statewide walkouts, schools begin reopening.
Legislature Starts Budget While Teachers Protest
Teachers flooded the state Capitol on Monday for third day of protests.
School Safety Bill Advances in Legislature
A Senate committee approved Gov. Ducey's proposal.
Arizona Lawmakers Approve Education Sales Tax Extension
The unexpected move means means no public vote on expiring Prop. 301 funds.
Students Walk Out of School to Protest Gun Violence
Tucsonans joined others throughout the country to call attention to school shootings and call for legislation.
Arizona House Passes Bill Giving Teachers Classroom Dollars
The money plus tax credit was the best they could do, sponsors said in response to calls for more.
Student Lobbying Efforts Double as Civics Lesson
A Tucson high school is getting a first-hand look at the legislative process.
State Ban on Ethnic Studies Unconstitutional
Case stems from Tucson Unified School District's Mexican American Studies classes and 2010 law.
'Woven Through Time' Reveals Cultural Fabric of the Southwest
Also on Arizona Spotlight: A state budget update; Dr. David Alberts retires from the UA Cancer Center; and "A Book I Love" returns.
