Medical marijuana to be allowed on university campuses, for research

The governor has signed legislation allowing medical marijuana onto university campuses, at least for research.

Tucson hiker stung to death by killer bees

The body of a Tucson man has been recovered after he was apparently stung to death by bees while hiking in the Santa Rita Mountains, north of Nogales.

New state law requires taxi drivers take a drug test pre-employment

A new state law is designed to help keep taxi drivers who are high on drugs from getting behind the wheel.

TUSD to layoff more than 150

The Tucson Unified School District will be giving pink slips to more than 150 employees.

Could US-American merger mean a new name for Suns' arena?

As US Airways moves closer to a merger with American Airlines, we take a look at how that could affect US Airways Center, home to the Phoenix Suns and Mercury.

Phoenix Suns hire a new General Manager

Coming off of the second-worst season in team history, the Phoenix Suns have hired a new General Manager.

Former state lawmaker selected to promote Obama Health Care Act

A former state lawmaker is going to Washington to serve as a top promoter of the Obama Administration’s Affordable Health Care Act.  Matt Heinz is a doctor who said the real challenge will be overcoming some staunch opposition to the law.

Feds target eight kingpins south of Arizona border

The United States Treasury Department has levied sanctions against eight drug-cartel bosses who operate south of the Arizona border. The action means U.S. citizens who do any kind of business with them can face serious charges.

Waste-to-energy plant top open in Glendale

A power plant that converts garbage into renewable energy will soon be operating in Glendale. The project will cost $110 million.

DPS officer killed near Yuma

A 14-year veteran of the Department of Public Safety was killed Monday night when his patrol car was hit by a tanker truck in southwestern Arizona.

Frozen pizzas recalled for presence of sharp, plastic parts

Here's something you don't hear everyday. Nestle is recalling some pizzas. 

Student tests positive for tuberculosis, more students tested

Health officials in Maricopa County are testing some students at Scottsdale's Desert Mountain High School for tuberculosis after one student tested positive for TB.

Tribal gaming revenues down for first time in 10 quarters

A new report shows some slight weakening in tribal gaming revenues.

The big leap: Aging out of Arizona's foster care system

Every year, hundreds of young adults age out of Arizona’s foster care system.  It is a big transition that comes with very little support, but there is new legislation intended to lighten the load, though it may only help a little.

California court rules on medical marijuana dispensaries

The California Supreme Court has ruled that cities and counties in that state can ban medical marijuana dispensaries.

Arrest made in decades-old murder

After more than 35 years, police have arrested a man suspected of killing a woman in Tucson.

Authorities arrest a man suspected of starting 10 fires in woods near Flagstaff

The Arizona U.S. Attorney’s office said a man suspected of starting a series of wildfires in northern Arizona over the weekend has been arrested. 

US Forest to add large firefighting planes

Forest officials are expanding their fleet of tankers to help fight wildfires. The U.S. Forest Service announced Monday it will add seven planes that can fly faster and drop more fire retardant than its current fleet. 

Sumo champ completes third marathon

The 400-pound marathoner has done it again.

Efforts by Forest Service officials result in less fire damage

While spectacular wildfires devastate sections of forest land in Arizona every year, Forest Service officials say many wildfires are small, and stay that way because of the inter-agency fire team.


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