Is Utah's senior senator too old?

Utah's 78-year old Senator Orrin Hatch, who's running for reelection this Fall, has faced criticism from his Democratic opponent that he's too old.

Lessons to learn from 'papers please' in Alabama

Judge Susan Bolton has allowed what's considered the most controversial part of Arizona's SB1070 immigration enforcement law to take effect.

Proposition 204: Should the state permanently raise its sales tax?

If it's approved by voters in November, Proposition 204 would make permanent a one-cent sales tax increase approved by voters in May of 2010.

Cochise County Sheriff dies in car accident

The sheriff of Cochise County along the Arizona border died in a single car accident Tuesday night. The circumstances are still unknown.

Seniors fill new urban housing developments

Urban living isn't just for hipsters anymore. Seniors are moving into the city's core along the Valley Metro light-rail line.

'Show your papers' provision of SB 1070 now in effect

PHOENIX (Associated Press) — A judge in Arizona ruled Tuesday that police can immediately start enforcing the most contentious section of the state's immigration law, marking the first time officers can carry out the so-called "show me your papers" provision.

Latinos live in poverty more than other ethnic groups

Latino families in the U.S. continue to live in poverty, more than any other ethnic group. An analysis released today shows that despite the alarming numbers the problem could be worse.

Diplomatic plates may not have been factor in Mexico shooting

Mexican federal police involved in the shooting of two American agents last month may not have noticed that car’s U.S. diplomatic plates.

State House candidate's residency questioned

A Maricopa County Superior Court Judge is expected to rule Monday on the eligibility of state House candidate Darin Mitchell for office.

New UA report shows trees damaged by drought

The fact that Arizona’s in a drought is not news. But, that drought’s impact on trees is.

House Republicans vote to end loan guarantees for renewable energy projects

The U.S. House of Representatives has passed a bill eliminating government loan guarantees for renewable energy projects, but the law isn’t likely to make it through the Senate. 

Tempe Police to look for booster seat law violators

The Tempe Police Department will be looking for violators of Arizona’s new booster seat law, starting this Sunday.

Upper Iowa University fifth school to commit to Mesa

Now it’s five colleges or universities that will be offering classes in downtown Mesa. 

ASU enrollment surges past 73,000

The nation’s largest university just got bigger.

DREAMers begin second phase of application process

The deferred deportation program was announced by President Obama earlier this year. That program allows qualifying young undocumented immigrants to apply for a temporary postponement of deportation proceedings. Now many of those eligible are beginning the review process.

Former Mexican President Vicente Fox in town

Former Mexican President Vicente Fox will be in Peoria today.

Deferred action work permits could help immigrants get in-state community college tuition

Undocumented immigrants accepted into the Obama administration’s deferred deportation program may be eligible for in-state tuition at the Maricopa Community Colleges. 

Western US incomes drop 4 percent

US Census Bureau statistics released Wednesday show the median income of people living in the Western United States has fallen.

Fishy political campaign signs spring up

It's been impossible to avoid campaign signs in the Valley. Most are by the numbers with the candidate's name and keywords, but a few signs in Phoenix and Scottsdale are standing out.

Can Phoenix change its 'car culture'?

Light rail has expanded transportation options for Valley residents, and it’s also seen as a economic boon for some cities and neighborhoods.


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