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Report: A-10 Retirement on Hold So It Can Be Used to Fight ISIS

Defense industry publication says Air Force officials consider it 'critical' in Syria.

Air Force May Assign Drones, More Airmen to Davis-Monthan

Military expanding its unmanned aircraft programs with eye on Tucson, other sites.

METRO WEEK: Tucson Job Center Gets National Attention

One formerly homeless veteran got education, job with help from employment program.

Senate Opens Defense Budget Debate, Including A-10

One year's funding of plane at Davis-Monthan AFB in Tucson coming up for vote.

40 Years Ago Thursday, Last Copter Left Vietnam; Now at Boneyard

As Saigon fell, one aircraft went back to rescue stranded Marines at embassy, nearby housing.

Millions Earmarked in Federal Bill for Arizona Military Bases

National Defense Authorization Act sets aside money for Davis-Monthan to purchase property

McSally: A-10 Grounding Bad Sign for Davis-Monthan

Nine aircraft put on 'backup status' in Tucson means ground crews will move elsewhere, she says.

Davis-Monthan's A-10 on Chopping Block Again

Pentagon readying budget that includes retiring Davis-Monthan's primary aicraft.

Protecting Davis-Monthan a Priority for Arizona Senators

McCain, Flake visit Tucson base, pledge to work for preservation of A-10, military-related jobs in region.

Federal Budget Plan Helps Southern Arizona

Temporary spending package brings good news but also uncertainty for region

Still Facing Recount, McSally is Appointed to House Armed Forces Committee

Republican is a retired Air Force colonel; CD2 is home to two military bases.

A-10s Will Fly for Another Year

U.S. House, Senate Armed Services strike deal to keep funding aircraft.

Grant Will Help Expand Tucson Rehab Program for At-Risk Veterans

Treatment Court helps vets who commit certain drug, alcohol-related offenses stay out of jail.

Increased Number of Training Flights Coming to Davis-Monthan

More air crews from global allies expected at Tucson Air Force base; noise increase minimal commander says.

Veterans Demand Medical Pot Researcher Be Rehired at UA

An online petition has gathered more than 33K signatures from people asking university reinstate lead doctor of MMJ for PTSD study.

Davis-Monthan Opens Gates for Special Air Show

Make-a Wish Arizona families, wounded warriors and World War II veterans were given a sneak peak of the show, presented by the Air Force's Thunderbirds.

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