City Council Takes Initial Step in Raising Tobacco-Purchase Age
The council has asked the city manager's office to prepare an ordinance that would raise the age to 21.
Maricopa County to Appeal Ruling in Lawsuit Over Arpaio Patrols
The appeal isn't aimed at recouping the millions of dollars covered by taxpayers, but rather to correct court decisions and reduce county legal costs, a prosecutor said.
Pima County Supervisors Again Delay Vote on Federal Grants for Sheriffs
Party line vote continued grant talk until a September 4th meeting.
Congress Watchdog: Border Wall May Cost More, Take Longer
The Government Accountability Office said CBP doesn't have enough info to know if it is using resources in a cost-effective manner.
Federal Law Enforcement Grants Appear on Supervisors' Agenda Again
Operation Stonegarden grant debate began in February and has been put off numerous times.
Tucson Council to Consider Raising Age to Buy Tobacco
Members to explore options for increasing minimum purchasing age to 21.
Immigration Officials Defend Handling of Family Separations
The officials ran into criticism from Democrats and Republicans appalled by the policy.
Harassment in Arivaca: Issues With Restraining Orders in Rural Areas
Rural residents face more expensive "per mile" fees for delivering court papers.
Arizona Pecan Farmer Calls For Halt to Trade War
Says the Trump administration needs to stop imposing tariffs and instead start negotiating.
Migrant Family Reunifications Continue As Deadline Nears
Court documents suggest the government will not make the July 26 deadline, according to an attorney.
November Ballot-Question Arguments Come Early
Arizona voters can get information on the seven ballot questions they face in November
Arizona Unemployment Unchanged in June
Gains in construction work offset by growth in overall labor force.
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.
Goldwater Institute Sues Pinal County Over Road Repair Tax
The suit claims the tax is illegal because it only applies to certain items.
Judge Temporarily Halts Deportation of Reunified Families
The judge is asking government to respond to ACLU court filing pointing to rumors of mass deportations following reunification.
