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Filling prescriptions at a pharmacy.

State Prepares to Launch Opioid Hotline for Health Care Providers

Hotline will offer doctors assistance with treating patients who are using opioids.

Groups Work to Reduce Blowing Dust Risk on I-10

Officials from government agencies gathered to share research and update others on projects aimed at minimizing problem.
The U.S.-Mexican border fence near Nogales.

Supervisors to Reconsider Federal Law Enforcement Grant

Valadez asks for a vote to re-examine $1.4 million grant the board previously turned down
An artists' rendering of what a plaza built around the bungalows could look like.

Rio Nuevo Wants to Use Broadway Properties Swept Up by Widening Project

Project would include new parking, relocating historic bungalows and changes to Solot Plaza.
Local governments are trying to get a head start on getting support behind extending the RTA.

Federal Proposal Won't Affect Most Tucson Road Projects, Official Says

Road plans in Tucson most often use local money only in order to avoid federal standards.
C-130s at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base in Tucson.

Federal Budget Deal Could Benefit Tucson's Economy

A deal that brings an end to sequestration cuts in defense could have a positive impact on Tucson's financial health.
A view from the Lake Mead side of the Hoover Dam.

Bill Would Force Financial Transparency on Hydroelectric Power Group

The measure is co-sponsored by all but one member of Arizona's delegation.
Volunteer tax preparer Katherine Steiner helps a taxpayer prepare her return.

Tax Season Begins; Groups Offering Free Filing Help

The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program will offer free tax preparation at seven Tucson-area sites.
A pothole on a Tucson street.

Pima County Drafts Proposal for Road Repair Sales Tax

Tax revenues would go towards roadwork entirely to start, then gradually shift to mitigate property taxes.
The tram at Sabino Canyon, 2011 (CC BY 2.0).

Public-Private Partnership Submits Proposal for Sabino Canyon Tram

The bid includes electric vehicles, electronic payment and shuttle service.
Former University of Arizona football coach Rich Rodriguez greets fans as he leads the team into the stadium, 2012.

Former Football Staffer Files New $8.5M Claim Against UA, Rodriguez

Melissa Wilhelmsen claims the UA failed to protect her against sexual assault and harassment by Athletics Department personnel.
A Tucson Police car.

Texting While Driving Could Become Primary Offense in Tucson

City Council will vote to change the rule at a Tuesday meeting.
Bananas in the produce section of a grocery store.

Cochise County Adopts Electronic Version of Food Aid Program

The Women, Infants and Children program distributes aid to qualifying families.
Some American companies choose Nogales, Sonora, to manufacture parts.

Tucson Economy Ready to Grow Behind Manufacturing Sector

Good economic times come as federal spending begins to increase again.
A pothole on a Tucson street.

2017 Brings More Talk of Roads in Tucson Government

Pima County, Tucson Council political party makeup remains the same. Both bodies talk of road fixes.
U.S. currency in various denominations.

Arizona's Minimum Wage Going Up Jan 1

The raise means more than $1,000 more a year for full-time workers.

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