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All-Cash Homes Sales Up In Tucson

2014 saw cash-buyers increase, institutional investor buys decrease

Standardized Tests No Longer Required in High School

State law, effective Friday, eliminates mandate to pass AIMS or any state exam to graduate

Business Report: Arizona's Beer Industry is Growing

Looking at the state's growing craft brewing industry and legislation that could soon be affecting it.

Tucson Gasoline Prices Back Above $2 a Gallon

Continued price increase expected as supply tightens with refinery closures.

Low Funding Contributes to Teacher Turnover, Educators Say

Starting teacher pay in Arizona, averaging $32,000, is 12% lower than national average of $36,000.

Transgender Woman Held in Male Immigrant Detention Center

Activists pushing for release of Guatemalan immigrant, end to alleged abuse inside facility.

Insect Forces Expanded Arizona Citrus Quarantine

Tiny bug psyllid can carry 'citrus greening disease,' and has devastated parts of Florida's crop.

Republicans: Grand Canyon Needs No New Protection

4 Arizona congressmen oppose designation as national monument, which would protect watershed.

Businessman Named to Head Arizona Welfare Agency

Ducey selects Tim Jeffries of Scottsdale's P7 Enterprises to head Department of Economic Security.

METRO WEEK EXTRA: In Search of Local Brewing Products

All components needed to make craft beers truly Tucson products are falling into place.

Kegs await shipping at Dragoon Brewery in Tucson.

METRO WEEK: Tucson Beer Brewing Becoming Big Business

Craft beverages continue growing in popularity; one brewmaster's search for all local products.

AZ WEEK: Will Congress Pass Immigration Reform?

McSally, pushing legislation; Grijalva wants comprehensive package; McCain seeks to end impasse.

Gone Missing: Family's Search for Long-Lost Daughter

Nearly 30 years later, Rochelle Ihm's disappearance in Phoenix remains unresolved.

Organizers of "We Stand With Rosa" hope to flood Tucson with signs of support

Supporters of Mexican Immigrant in Sanctuary Start Campaign

Almost 7 months after woman went into sanctuary, 'We Stand With Rosa' effort is begun.

Legislation OKs Kin to Payday Loan Industry in Arizona

Lawmakers push bill out of committee to allow high-interest 'flex loans' for those with bad credit.

Life-changing Experiences While Serving Overseas

Peace Corps volunteers say life abroad opens new horizons, and is unforgettable.

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