Prosecutors move to execute death row inmate

Prosecutors are seeking a warrant to execute an inmate convicted of murdering an elderly man more than 30 years ago. 70-year-old Edward Schad has been on death row since 1985. 

Phoenix nurse to ride in Tournament of Roses Parade

A float in this year's Tournament of Roses Parade will have a Phoenix connection.

No burn restriction continues through Christmas

State environmental officials have extended their high pollution advisory into Tuesday.

Tonto National Forest to look at sustainability of recreation sites

Officials with the Tonto National Forest will be holding public meetings over the next two months. They want to get input on possible changes to the forest’s 215 developed recreation sites.

Arizona transportation officials to review Phoenix-Tucson rail comments

The public comment period for a proposed rail line between Phoenix and Tucson ended last week.

Arizona agency warns airport scales not always accurate

Holiday travel is picking up, and one state agency is warning airline passengers to watch out when they weigh their bags.

Arizona population growth among highest in the country over last year

Arizona’s population was one of the fastest growing in the country over the last year, according to new numbers from the U.S. Census Bureau.

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Arizona's poverty rate among nation's highest in 2011

Arizona's poverty rate was among the highest in the country last year, according to new numbers from the U.S. Census Bureau.

Valley Metro fares to increase

The Valley Metro Board of Directors has approved a fare increase for public transit in the Phoenix area.

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