Controlled Burn Thursday at Sweetwater Wetlands
Fire will train TFD crews and destroy mosquito habitat.
Senate Committee Votes to Block Local Soda Taxes
The bill in the Arizona Legislature wouldn't ban such taxes in the state, but would block local governments from instituting them.
Arizona Teachers Wear Red for Higher Pay
Public educators statewide say #RedForEd, inspired by outcome of West Virginia strike.
Lawyers Working to Free Jailed Mexican Journalist Who Sought Asylum
Emilio Gutierrez fled Mexico after reporting on corruption in the country's military.
Marana Unified School District to Consider Closing Thornydale Elementary
The school has 313 students, the fewest in more than two decades.
Bill to Put School Evaluations on 'Dashboards' Passes Arizona Senate
The Legislature is trying to replace single grades for schools with a dashboard model.
Pima County Corrections Officer Arrested Over Smuggling
Martin Lopez had worked 11 months as corrections officer and was on probationary status.
George Brookbank, Gardening Author and Advocate, Dies at 93
Brookbank inspired thousands of people with his knowledge and enthusiasm.
Researcher Looks at Impact of Smartphones on Romantic Relationships
While it creates a direct line to our partners, dependency may mean distance.
Measure Would Double the Terms of State Legislators
A proposal in the Arizona Legislature would double the terms for lawmakers.
Fewer Visitors From Mexico Coming to Arizona
The state's No. 1 source of international tourists has seen a 10 percent drop in visitors in one year.
Study to Examine Effects of Arizona Recession-Era Health Insurance Cutbacks
UA researchers are investigating how the state tried to deal with Recession budget shortfalls.
South-Side Food Court Aims to Fill Need on Transforming South Side
American Eat Company is one of many projects promising economic growth in the area.
Bill Aims to Create Statewide Ban on Texting While Driving
Arizona is one of two states that have yet to ban some form of texting while driving.
What's the Impact of the FBI Investigation on Arizona Basketball’s Legacy?
The team wrapped up its regular season last week amid dramatic ups and downs over reporting on the probe.
