Longer School Recess Bill Advances in State Senate
Kindergarten through fifth graders now get 20 minutes; bill would add second recess.
Arizona Court Upholds Funding of Medicaid Expansion
The hospital levy is constitutional because it is not a tax, appellate panel rules.
Around Oracle
Oracle is a small community north of Tucson that is full of history and character even though many people in other parts of Arizona haven’t taken the time to visit.
Oracle State Park
Oracle State park provides a place to enjoy nature, history, art and dark skies.
Mayor: Tucson Will Keep Its Word with Sales Tax Increase
State of City focused Tucson's partnerships in attempt to sell voters on sales tax increase.
Tucson Heat Could Hit Record 95 Degrees Saturday
If forecasts hold, Tucson will tie a 110-year-old daily record; cooler weather expected next week.
Survey: Most Arizonans Want Obamacare Fixed, Not Axed
About 40 percent also had a very unfavorable view of American Health Care Act proposed replacement.
Why Did the Deer Cross the Road? Because She Had a Safe Place to Pass
The $10M wildlife overpass/underpass project is being used heavily by mule deer.
Blocking Biodiversity: Why a 'Great Wall' Might Not Be Great for Wildlife
A border wall could impact numerous endangered species, including jaguars.
Tucson Job Growth Will Lag Rest of Arizona, State Agency Says
Forecast from Office of Economic Opportunity predicts 1.3 percent job growth for Tucson.
Transportation Department Seeks Input on New 5-Year Plan
ADOT's plan includes several projects in Southern Arizona, most along Interstate 10.
All-Day Kindergarten Funding Out of Reach for Tucson's Public Schools
Only districts, charters with 90% subsidized lunches are eligible in Gov. Ducey's proposal.
Arizona Supreme Court Rejects Challenge to Minimum Wage Increase
Business groups brought the challenge to voter-approved Prop. 206 to the state's top court.
Tucson's Greyhound Station Finds Forever Home
Intercity bus terminal is in permanent home east of downtown after 15 years in a temporary space.
UA College of Pharmacy Needs $9.5 Million for Building Renovation
Other funding sources are contingent on raising the money to update the building, which is 35 years old.
