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Budget cuts to the National Institutes of Health could have widespread effects

The sequester cuts are having a direct impact on medical research, and that could affect your health.

StoryCorps Phoenix: Lilia Alvarez and Anna Berlenga

We are pleased to share the voices and conversations of our community from StoryCorps Phoenix. StoryCorps Phoenix is the project that records the stories of everyday people and archives them at the Library of Congress.

Nevada lawmakers consider "commuter tax" for Arizonans who work in the Silver State

Some people in Arizona who cross the state line to work in Nevada may be required to pay a “commuter tax.” Supporters of the proposed fees say they would create revenues for Nevada road maintenance and construction.

Economist: Proposition 100 was unavoidable, helpful

Three years ago, Arizona voters approved Proposition 100, which raised the state sales tax by a penny on the dollar for three years.

Arias onlookers say goodbye to trial

After more than four months, the Jodi Arias Trial has finally gone to the jury. It’s been a long haul – and not just for the lawyers and media.

U.S. Forest Service budget cuts could cost Arizona money

The federal government is telling hundreds of counties across the country it wants some money back. The U.S. Forest Service says it has to cut its budget by five percent because of sequestration, and that could mean several counties in Arizona could lose hundreds of thousands of dollars.

Federal grant money coming to help repair US 89

The Arizona Department of Transportation has been awarded a grant to help repair damage on U.S. 89, south of Page.

Gas prices continue to fall across Arizona

The price of gas continues to drop in Arizona. AAA Arizona says the statewide average this morning is $3.44 a gallon, down a nickel in the last week.

State says it's better prepared for wildfires

State officials say they have more resources ready this year to deal with wildfires.

Governor signs foster home non-vaccination bill

Placing foster children in homes where other children are not immunized just got easier. Governor Jan Brewer has signed a bill saying the Department of Economic Security cannot force foster parents to immunize their own children in order to be licensed.

Senator Rubio says immigration reform bill may not be tough enough

Florida Senator Marco Rubio says a new immigration reform bill he helped write needs stronger border security provisions or it will fail in the House and may even have trouble getting through the Senate.

Coupon counterfeiter will go to prison

A Phoenix woman bas been sentenced to two years in prison and may pay up to $5 million in restitution for her part in a fake coupon ring. In March, 41-year-old Robin Ramirez pleaded guilty to counterfeiting.

Judge blocks campaign finance violation charges against AG

Campaign finance charges against Arizona Attorney General Tom Horne have hit a roadblock. A judge has ruled the case was mishandled.

Arizona Supreme Court reduces former prosecutor's suspension

The Arizona Supreme Court has reduced the suspension of a former Maricopa County prosecutor by a day. But, that one day makes a difference.

Victims of gun violence protest outside Senator Jeff Flake's office

Victims of gun violence gathered Thursday outside Senator Jeff Flake’s Phoenix office. They pleaded with the senator to explain his recent vote against background checks for gun sales.

Campaign finance case against Horne could be dismissed Thursday

A Maricopa County Superior Court judge is expected to issue a ruling today on a request from Arizona Attorney General Tom Horne and an aide
to throw out a campaign finance case against him.

Williams drug ring bust results in 26 arrests

A task force has arrested 26 people in connection with a drug distribution ring based in Williams.

Arizona consumers feeling more confident about economy

Arizona consumers are apparently feeling more confident about the economy.

Young bear found in Mesa taken back to forest

A young bear found roaming near an East Mesa neighborhood Tuesday night has been moved.

Tucson Unified School District unveils plan to comply with federal desegregation order

The Tucson Unified School District has rolled out a nearly $85 million plan to desegregate its schools. The district must spend the money under an order by the U.S. Justice Department to racially diversify its staff and classrooms.