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2nd Congressional District Seat May Be Up to Convincing Independents

Rematch between Democrat Barber, Republican McSally could come down to who is seen as more politically moderate.

Barber, McSally Point Fingers at Partisanship in Forum

Sparks fly as Dem incumbent, GOP challenger face off for first time in campaign for 2nd Congressional District.

Corporation Commission Race Centers on Role of State's Largest Utility

Democratic candidates say APS has poured $2M in support of Republican duo; GOP candidates deny involvement.

Healthcare Reform Remains a Top Issue in CD1

Democratic incumbent Kirkpatrick says Obamacare has benefited rural areas; Republican Tobin says it's bankrupting state.

METRO WEEK: CD1's Kirkpatrick, Tobin Differ on Funding Priorities

Immigration, state, federal budget, party allegiance among differences in Northern Tucson-metro district.

Flowing Wells Latest to Add Gender Identity to Non-Discrimination Policy

School district hopes to equip teachers, counselors, others with tools to best accommodate transgender, gender creative students.

AZ Opens Trade, Investment Office in Mexico City

Arizona Commerce Authority will run it, focus to improve business relationship; city of Tucson will be a partner.

New Policy Expands Roles of Dreamers in Military

Only 1,500 slots in program that could offer fast track to citizenship to young undocumented immigrants.

Initial Tests Show No Toxic Waste in San Pedro River

AZ Dept. of Environmental Quality sampled two areas Tuesday after alert that contamination from Mexican mine could potentially make its way north.

Thousands of Arizonans Face Temporary Loss of Obamacare

3,100 who purchased healthcare through federal marketplace must provide proof of legal residency.

METRO WEEK: 'Tucson Can Do More to Help Homeless Population'

Housing director at Primavera Foundation says city still lacks more options for affordable housing, job opportunities; resources available to get them off their feet.

AZ WEEK: Terrorism Threats on Border Unlikely, Analyst Says

Author, border expert argues terrorists more likely to get in with legitimate passport than entering illegally.

Arrests of Unaccompanied Minors in Southern AZ Border Continue to Drop

Still, more than 900 child migrants apprehended in July, August in Border Patrol’s Tucson sector.

METRO WEEK: Border, Economy at Center of Barber, McSally Rematch

Former Air Force pilot breezed through Republican primary, will face off Democratic incumbent Barber in Nov.

Veterans Affairs: No Proof Appointment Delays Caused Deaths

Revelations that as many as 40 veterans died while awaiting care at the Phoenix VA hospital rocked the agency last spring.

METRO WEEK: Efforts Under Way to Ease Cross-Border Business

Arizona, Sonora states working to improve infrastructure, regional cooperation.

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