McCain, in Tucson, Urges Immigration Reform Passage
Tells town hall attendees that border security still at issue, but getting better; he sponsored Senate bill.
TUSD Board OKs Culturally Relevant Curriculum
3-2 vote for history, government classes to be taught from minority perspectives, starting this week.
58% in AZ Have Applied for Deferred Deportation
One year out, fewer than half of 423,000 eligible nationally have stepped up, Migration Policy Institute says.
AZ Politicians Protest Federal Decision on Yarnell Aid
Governor, House speaker take to Phoenix airwaves to express anger at rejection of disaster declaration for fire.
Yarnell Fire Disaster Declaration Turned Down
Brewer calls news from White House 'misguided decision,' will consider options for appeal.
Tucson Retirement Ballot Initiative Goes to Court
Measure would ask voters to OK city government retirement system changes to reduce costs.
AZ Week: Disaster? State Ready, Residents Not So Much
Emergency management officials urge individuals, families, businesses to make plans, get prepared.
'Dreamers' Not Just from Latin American Countries
While conversations about immigration reform mostly focus on Latinos, those of other backgrounds interested.
9 'Dreamers' Freed, Awaiting Asylum Requests
Mexican-born, US-reared, they tried re-entering last month to emphasize desire for immigration reform.
Law Changes May Ensure Hotshot Families Survivor Benefits
AZ house speaker drafting a retroactive legislation; mother of one of 19 firefighters having a news conference in Prescott Wed.
Seven 'Dreamers' Granted Tentative Asylum
After leaving US, they tried to recross at Nogales last month, were taken to Eloy immigrant detention center.
Tucson Wants Improved Economic Ties with Mexico
Mayor says recent trip south of border with AZ business leaders further opened eyes and minds to potential.
Health Care Marketplaces Begin Enrollment in Fall
White House says insurance choices will increase for most consumers.
Indigenous Students From Guatemala, Mexico Visit Tucson
UA’s leadership program teaches group about democracy, education and government.
Moms Demand Gun Control on Public Transportation
Members of an organization protested Wednesday against allowing weapons on Tucson city transit.
