2017 Brings More Talk of Roads in Tucson Government
Pima County, Tucson Council political party makeup remains the same. Both bodies talk of road fixes.
Arizona's Minimum Wage Going Up Jan 1
The raise means more than $1,000 more a year for full-time workers.
Influenza Now 'Widespread' in Arizona
Weekly case reports doubled last week in Pima County, statewide.
Premature Births Increase in Arizona, US
It's the first rise in the rate of premature births in eight years.
Report: Gap Grows Between 3rd-Generation Latinos and Cultural Roots
While many 3rd-generation Hispanic parents don't speak Spanish, the survey found, they want their children to learn.
Grijalva, Lawmakers Urge Investigation of Sex Assault Claims at Detention Centers
About 2 percent of assault allegations investigated over 2-year period, data show.
As Valley Fever Cases Grow, Research Aims to Improve Diagnoses, Treatment
A UA study center looks at effects of delayed diagnoses, hopes to pioneer rapid test.
Made to Fail, Parachutes for NASA Capsule Pass Newest Test in Yuma
The capsule will eventually be used to bring astronauts safely back to Earth from deep-space exploration.
2 Routes Run Through Avra Valley in Report on Proposed Interstate
The department has identified 2,000-foot corridors that ADOT considers possibilities for proposed highway.
Christmas Shoppers From Mexico Increase After Drop Last Year
2017 numbers for Mexican shoppers better than 2016 and downtown is an added attraction.
Bear Euthanized Near Sabino Canyon
Ailing bear was persistently near residences and a school.
Tucson Home Prices Continue Climb, May Push House Construction
Growing home prices may push revenue up high enough that builders feel safe making spec homes again.
Red Cross Sees Fewer Donations This Time Of Year
Red Cross needs to collect 620 blood donations a day to meet the needs in Arizona.
Water Dominates Environmental News in 2017 and 2018
Is the Colorado River meeting our needs?
The Biggest Higher Education Stories of 2017 - And What to Watch for in 2018
New Leadership at the University of Arizona and In-State Tuition for DACA Students.
