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IRS Spokesman: Retirees Often Have Lower Tax Burden

It's important to remember that money coming out of 401(k)s, IRAs and pensions is not necessarily tax free.

Study: AZ Children Face 'Above-Average' Risk of Living in Poverty

Researchers at The Annie E. Casey Foundation scored the well-being of kids belonging to 5 different ethnic groups in each state.

Demand for Interpretation Grows in Pima County Courts

Interpreters provided services more than 11,000 times in 2013, nearly a 30 percent increase from fiscal year 2010-11.

AZ Home Sales to Cash Buyers Among Highest in US

New data from RealtyTrac show nearly half of all sales in Arizona are being paid in cash; due to recent increase in interest rates report says.

Suspended Surgeon Files a $18.96M Claim Against UA

Dr. Gruessner was put on administrative leave with pay last Sept. for allegedly altering transplant records; he denies accusations.

Prickly Park Showcases Variety of Vegetation in Sonoran Desert

Located near West River Road and North Camino del la Tierra, the park is home to almost 3,000 native and non-native plants.

IRS Spokesman: Big Life Changes Mean Big Tax Changes

Such as buying a house, getting married or having a child can radically alter how a person files.

Local Organizations Make Final Push Going Into ACA Deadline

Open enrollment for the Affordable Care Acts' health insurance exchange ends March 31.

ADOT Proposing Tucson to PHX Passenger Train

Arizona Dept. of Transportation wants public comment on possible routes; agency says still has a ways to go to make it a reality.

Tucson Pursuing Two More Annexations

City attempting to fill in pockets of unincorporated areas and increase revenue; pursue adding 150 homes near I-10 and Valencia in next few weeks.

Spring 4th Ave Street Fair Debuts New Layout

The event will not run as far south as it used to, in order to accommodate the modern streetcar.

Pima County Has Met 50% of Sustainability Goals, Report says

The Board of Supervisors adopted the five-year plan in 2008; goals included favoring eco-friendly products, limiting county's carbon footprint.

New Report: Support For Military Bases in S. AZ Strong

Survey respondents acknowledge economic boost they offer in region; concerns over aircraft noise low.

Tucson to Annex 163 Acres at Kolb and Valencia

One of a number of annexation efforts gets council OK, expecting to bring more state revenue, eventually sales tax revenue.

Founder of UA Sky School Honored by White House

Benjamin Blonder is one of 13 honorees who was in attendance as a "Champion of Change" Tuesday morning in Washington.

Tucson Founder Was Irish, 11% of Pima Now Claims Irish Heritage

City's Irish history dates back at least 238 years to when the presidio was built and Old Pueblo established.

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