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Gabrielle Giffords speaking at an event in Phoenix, Arizona.

Giffords to Members of Congress: Meet With Your Constituents

In the wake of criticism that not all representatives are meeting with residents, Giffords says they should.
Tucson City Council voted to ask Sun Tran management to "make every effort" to end the strike immediately on Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2016.

Tucson City Council Considers Hate Crimes Ordinance

Penalties would include a mandatory 10-day stay in jail and a $500 fine for first-time offenders.
A rendering of the January 8th Memorial.

$2.5M in State Funding for January 8 Memorial Advances

Arizona allocation would have to be matched by group seeking to honor shooting victims.
The cathedral in the Zócalo, or central plaza, of Mexico City.

Homeland Security, State Department Secretaries Headed to Mexico

Kelly and Tillerson will meet with President Peña Nieto on two-day visit.
Mexican soldiers work in the mountains of Sinaloa burning this marijuana field, part of an eradication program supported by the United States.

Under Stress, US-Mexico Intelligence Ties Could Fray

Some say security cooperation could be crucial in Mexico's response to economic threats from the U.S.
U.S. Rep. Martha McSally, R-Ariz., speaks to supporters Aug. 30, 2016.

McSally to Hold In-Person Town Hall

The Southern Arizona Republican will take public questions on Thursday in Sahuarita.
After spending some time at the Cooling Center, this homeless man is back on the streets.

Tucson to Consider Program Expanding Sleeping Space for Homeless

Sleeping proposal modeled after Eugene, Oregon, programs.
Smokestacks emit smoke into a blue sky.

Arizona Scientists On Edge Over Trump Environment Promises

President promised to relax or eliminate many environmental protections.
David McCraw, New York Times vice president and deputy general counsel.

Episode 303: Arizona Lawmen in Running for CBP Commissioner

Plus, reports of mobilizing the National Guard for immigration; Trump and the media; and the scope of presidential authority.
Photo depicting what Monsanto's corn-seed greenhouse near Marana will look like.

Monsanto Pulls Tax Break Request, But Stays in County

Widespread opposition to the agricultural giant's plans for a corn-seed operation near Marana.
VITA tax preparers help their first round of taxpayers for the evening.

Tucsonans Find Help Filing Their Taxes from Volunteers

The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program helps low-to-moderate income taxpayers prepare returns each year.
David McCraw, a lawyer who represents *The New York Times*, spoke in Tucson Feb. 13, 2017.

News Media Lawyer: Free Press Is Nonpartisan Issue

'Redefine the American consensus ... no matter where we are in the political spectrum.'

Oro Valley Sports Leagues Asking for More Fields

They're hoping the Town Council will shift its priorities.

Bill Would Require Computer Coding for Arizona Students

Proposal for one hour of instruction aimed at helping the tech industry.
Border Patrol agents inspects a water drainage tunnel that spans from Nogales, AZ into Mexico.

Focus on Arizona Border at Homeland Security Hearing

Secretary Kelly announced he'll visit the border between Arizona and Mexico.
AZPM celebrates Earth Day with special programming throughout the month.

Meeting at the Intersection of Diplomacy and Science

Ambassadors, science advisers, researchers to tackle science diplomacy topics.

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