Latinos Strong in Economic Recovery, Report Suggests
Study finds Latino-owned businesses have doubled in number in a decade to 67,500, with more expansion planned.
Locals Promote Rainwater Harvesting In Creative Forms
With scarce rainfall and arid conditions, this method is becoming more popular in Tucson, Southwest desert.
AZ Illustrated Politics: Friday, September 20, 2013
Tucson City Council Elections; Medicaid expansion; new campaign to legalize same-sex marriage in AZ.
Grijalva, Fellow Congressman Introduce Immigration Bill
Border Caucus co-chairs aim to create new plan, saying it's time to move forward with reform.
AZ Week: New American: 'I'm From Here Now'
Overcoming repression, war, refugee immigrants join ranks of US citizens in ceremonies this week.
Border Deaths Up From Last Year, Pima County Figures Show
Medical examiner's office reports 148 migrant deaths so far, compared to 125 at this time in 2012.
AZ Jobless Rate Rises to 8.3%; Job Growth Continues
39,800 jobs added in August; year-over-year job growth rate remains steady at 2%, state officials report.
Flamenco Culture Takes Center Stage in Tucson Fest
Fifth annual festival kicks off Thursday with guest artists from around the world, Spanish wine, food.
Vail Incorporation Could Be Regional Benefit
Creating a new town could be financially smart because of state revenue distribution, supporters say.
Taking Oath for Citizenship: 'I Love This Country'
Small group at Tumacacori among 25,000 across nation this week celebrating US Citizenship Day.
AZ Won't Issue Licenses to Anyone Qualifying for Deferred Action
Change came after US District Court judge ruled in May that policy was likely 'discriminatory.'
New "Freedom to Marry" Campaign Launches
Coalition of civil rights organizations; year-long education effort planned, then possible ballot measure.
Congressman Grijalva Wants New Immigration Reform Plan
Immigration bill has stalled in the US House; there are expectations that it will not be voted on this year.'Weird Plants' Flourish in Tucson
Curious adaptations to arid environments draw collectors from hobbyists to the horticulturally obsessed.Southeastern Arizona Home of Rare Habitat: Desert Grasslands
Rare ecosystem is rich in biodiversity, supports a variety of endemic plants, animals.
