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Two cacti at Naranja park in Oro Valley were shot with arrows in early July.

Saguaros in Oro Valley Park Shot With Arrows

The Oro Valley Police are looking for the cactus vandal.
Tourist destinations in Tucson, including Sabino Canyon, saw more visitors in 2017.

Arizona Breaks Tourism Record in 2017, State Says

But federal data say tourists from Mexico dropped by nearly 10 percent.
Workers install solar panels on a rooftop.

Pima County: Solar Savings $220,000 Since 2015

Most of the privately owned solar arrays operating on county property are lowering the county's electric bill.
Passengers approach the remodeled security checkpoint at Tucson International Airport.

City Annexes Tucson International Airport

Annexation provides tax dollars to the city, assistance to the airport.
A file photo of lightning striking the Santa Catalina Mountains.

Lightning-Sparked Blazes Mean Decisions for Fire Managers

Naturally occurring fires can be managed for some benefit, but often must be extinguished for safety concerns.
Pima County Sheriff Mark Napier in Nogales, Arizona, Feb. 9, 2017.

Sheriff Napier: Illegal Immigration and Border Security Are Separate Issues

The Pima County sheriff also said Operation Stonegarden and other federal grants are held up for political reasons.
U.S. Rep. Raúl Grijalva speaks to Arizona Public Media, June 2018.

Grijalva Adds Voice to Call to End ICE

The Southern Arizona Democrat said border enforcement won't go away, but that the agency should be broken up.
A car travels near a pothole on a Tucson-area street.

Supes Sending Road Repairs Bond to November Ballot

Pima County will ask voters to okay $430 million to fix bonds.
Fireworks in Marana, AZ

Fireworks for the 4th? A Few Tips Can Help Prevent Fires

Drought conditions continue as people prepare to celebrate Independence Day.
An A-10 assigned to the 355th Fighter Wing commander at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base. June29, 2018

New Commander at Davis-Monthan

The 355th wing commander returns home
Children play at a playground in Tucson.

Report: Quarter of Arizona Children Live in Poverty

How the latest Kids Count Data Book ranks Arizona.
The Benedictine Monastery on North Country Club Road off East Speedway Boulevard in Tucson.

Tucson Councilman Pursuing Historic Designation for Monastery

A discussion with Councilman Steve Kozachik about development in the city.
Solar technology can transform airborne water vapor into a privately-generated drinking supply.

Arizona-based Solar Firm Draws Drinking Water From Air

Says Southwestern skies contain enough water vapor to provide private supply
Protestors outside a Southwest Key facility near Oracle Road and Drachman Street in Tucson hung signs in preparation for a visit by First Lady Melania Trump. Mrs. Trump did not tour any of the facilities that house migrant children in the Tucson area.

First Lady's Visit a Chance for Protestors to Voice Opposition

Protestors gather at immigrant children detention sites as Melania Trump tours immigration-related stops.
First Lady Melania Trump arrives at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base in Tucson. June 28, 2018

First Lady Visits Border Patrol, Migrant Child Center in Arizona

Melania Trump makes stops in Tucson and Phoenix during her visit.
A line of lockers at a high school.

Vail Unified Asks Voters to Approve $61.3 Million Bond For More Schools

Superintendent says some schools are at capacity, others are near.

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