Ducey Signs Bill Banning Local Soda Taxes
The bills blocks local governments, but not the Legislature, from passing taxes on individual foods.
Supervisors to Vote on Two New Tenants for Old Courthouse
University of Arizona and Visit Tucson may split the majority of the courthouse's square footage.
IRS: Electronically Filing Taxes is Safest Way to Avoid Scams
Since 2013, IRS impersonation scams have amounted in $64 million lost nationwide.
State Blocks and Fines Telemarketer For Abusing 'Do Not Call' List
Attorney General's office fines company $1M for illegal calls.
New Shuttle Service Coming to Sabino Canyon, Replacing 2-Decade Operator
The new operator plans to deploy an all-electric fleet over five years.
Arizona House Passes Bill Giving Teachers Classroom Dollars
The money plus tax credit was the best they could do, sponsors said in response to calls for more.
Bill Legalizing Industrial Hemp Moves Forward in Arizona Legislature
The Legislature is one step closer to making hemp a legal crop.
Senate Committee Votes to Block Local Soda Taxes
The bill in the Arizona Legislature wouldn't ban such taxes in the state, but would block local governments from instituting them.
Arizona Teachers Wear Red for Higher Pay
Public educators statewide say #RedForEd, inspired by outcome of West Virginia strike.
Bill to Put School Evaluations on 'Dashboards' Passes Arizona Senate
The Legislature is trying to replace single grades for schools with a dashboard model.
Measure Would Double the Terms of State Legislators
A proposal in the Arizona Legislature would double the terms for lawmakers.
Study to Examine Effects of Arizona Recession-Era Health Insurance Cutbacks
UA researchers are investigating how the state tried to deal with Recession budget shortfalls.
Trump Deadline Arrives, But DACA Stands, For Now
Six-months have passed since Trump rescinded the order, though the program still stands based on federal rulings.
City Council to Consider Renewing Downtown Business Improvement District
Affirmative vote would open a comment period for property owners in the district.
State Prepares to Launch Opioid Hotline for Health Care Providers
Hotline will offer doctors assistance with treating patients who are using opioids.
