Undocumented Migrant Rescues Increasing in AZ
As of end of August 2013, Border Patrol had rescued 760 migrants; 20% more than 2012, 50% more than 2011.
Grijalva Urges Congress to Continue Immigration Reform Talks
Gov. shutdown is over, Obama says he wants lawmakers to focus on reform; there is too much to lose if they don't, Grijalva says.
Pot-Bellied Pigs Wait for New Parents At Local Sanctuary
Ironwood Pig Sanctuary is the home for unwanted, abused pot-bellied pigs; since its opening the animals have kept on coming.
Military Personnel Indicted in Tucson-Based Case
AZ Attorney General Horne announces accusations for 8 state Air National Guard officers, 13 enlisted who allegedly falsified records for more pay.
AZ Week: Effects of Technology, Other Forces in Current Journalism
5 media members explore state of media in society as 'watchdogs,' transparency of information, technology.
Horne Violated Campaign Finance Laws in 2010, Investigation Finds
Yavapai County lawyer has enough evidence to prove allegations; orders AZ attorney general to return about $500K to donors.
Shutdown's End Means Fed Recreation Sites Reopen
Coronado National Forest, Saguaro National Park welcoming visitors once again; other state sites open, too.
Peruvian Psychedelic Sounds at Tucson Blues Fest
Gabriel Sullivan, and his band Chicha Dust, will perform at Blues & Heritage Festival Oct. 20; band performs fuse of psychedelic rock, cumbia.
AZ Sens Favor Ending Shutdown; House Members Vote Party Lines
'Hope we've learned lesson,' McCain says; in House, all 5 Democrats vote yes, all 4 Republicans vote no.
Federal Shutdown Effects Will Linger in Arizona
DES workers being called back, but jobless stats will be delayed; Grand Canyon open, other parks reopening.
Phoenix Council to Vote on Opening Trade Office in Mexico
City leaders trying to follow example of neighbors in Southwest that have successfully established a business presence across the border.
Brewer Will Continue to Use State Money to Keep Grand Canyon Open
National park will remain open for another 9 days; AZ governor had until Weds to make decision, send funds to fed gov.
Pima County, South Tucson Agree On Jail Debt Settlement
For years, small city had owed the county $2M for cost of housing inmates, who were arrested in its city limits, in county jails.
Jaguar Project in Sonora Working Hard to Protect These Felines
They're kept in rugged, isolated territory, where they're being protected from hunting or other human activity.
Protest Planned at ICE Office in Phoenix
Some of those who shut down deportation proceedings in Tucson last week plan to prevent federal work today, too.
