State superintendent of public instruction says state budget gives education short shrift
Superintendent Kathy Hoffman says the Legislature missed an opportunity to make a much-needed investment in the state's struggling education system.
Honduran man plans return to his home country, despite risks
31-year old Yomeiny Mairena wants his children to appreciate what they have by understanding why he risked his life to get to the U.S.
House committee debates latest version of the Dream Act
The move follows a recent Trump immigration proposal that leaves out "Dreamers."
#RedForEd advocates say Arizona budget plan ignores schools
The teacher-backed organization says a $1 billion surplus should be used to help restore previous education funding levels.
Western states sign historic agreement to deal with drought
The drought contingency plan has been years in the making.
McSally Files Military Sexual Assault Bill
The bill is designed to reduce sexual assault in the ranks.
Border Wall to Go Up in National Monument, Wildlife Refuge
DHS has again waived environmental laws to build more barriers along the southern border.
County Commission on Border Security Grant Becomes Contentious
Personal agendas on border issues often turn meetings into shouting matches, calls for committee's dismantling.
Attorney General Brnovich Gets Heat for Nunchucks Stunt
The Arizona attorney general posted a video of himself displaying his nunchuck abilities.
Federal Budget Could Mean More Help for Homeless Veterans
The new budget puts aside billions of dollars for housing.
Trump Administration Seeks to Build Border Wall Across Protected Lands
Environmental groups say a new wall would further endanger wildlife and habitat along the border.
Arizona House Approves Changes to Citizen-Initiative Process
The proposal would give more power to the attorney general to review the language of initiatives.
Arizona Changes Medical Records Law to Ensure Patient Access
The law requires providers that shut down to transfer records to the patient or to an entity like the statewide health information exchange.
Pima County Approves Federal Funds For Border Enforcement
Opponents say $1.5 million will be used to help immigration officials with deportations.
City Spends $20K to Shelter Migrants
So far neither the state nor the federal government has offered to help offset those costs.
