US-American merger long in the making, but far from done

After more than a year of speculation and negotiation, the merger between US Airways and American Airlines is official. The new airline will keep American’s name and be worth about $11 billion. As KJZZ’s Nick Blumberg reports, the merger creates the largest carrier in the world. 

DuVal runs for Governor

Fred DuVal has jumped in the race on the Democratic side to succeed Governor Jan Brewer.

GOP-led committee holds hearing on driver's licenses for DACA immigrants

Governor Jan Brewer still says no to Arizona driver's licenses for young immigrants who were brought to this country illegally and now qualify for a federal program.

Arizona gas prices on the rise

Arizona drivers are paying almost 15 cents more per gallon this week than last.

US Airways and American Airlines to merge, creating world's largest carrier

Tempe-based US Airways and bankrupt American Airlines have officially announced their intention to merge. The new company will keep the American Airlines name and be based out of Dallas-Fort Worth. 

CenturyLink workers could go on strike

CenturyLink could face a strike by unionized workers in Arizona and a dozen other states.

Reports say US Airways, American Airlines boards set to vote for merger

Tempe-based US Airways and bankrupt American Airlines appear ready to merge. Bloomberg News reports the companies’ boards are expected approve the merger Wednesday, after lengthy negotiations. 

More funding for Child Protective Services

Arizona's Child Protective Services agency will get emergency funding to hire more caseworkers and other employees, but Department of Economic Security Director Clarence Carter says additional mone

Arizona's first biosciences decade

Recent data show Arizona's first ten years in biosciences have been a boon for the state, with jobs growing in related industries even while the recession pounded other sectors.

Napolitano calls vision for immigration reform 'firm and fair'

Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano told the Senate Judiciary Committee today that immigration reform can't only focus on border security.

Cell phone ban for teen drivers clears legislative panel

Teen drivers would not be allowed to use their cell phones, or other electronic devices after getting their licenses, under a proposal moving through the Arizona legislature.

Dental records help ID bones found in Peoria

Authorities have identified human remains found last week as a woman who’s been missing for nearly two years.

New federal websites help students make college decision

Arizona universities and colleges are among the thousands being evaluated by the White House. Today the federal government launched a website that will help future students and parents decide what college to attend. The interactive website is part of the Obama Administration’s effort to make higher education institutions more accountable for cost and quality.

Daniel Hernandez' quest to be a role model rather than a hero

Daniel Hernandez, credited by many for saving Gabrielle Giffords' life, talks about Jan. 8, 2011 and how he has adjusted to immediate fame.

Superheroes and American culture

From Superman to Spider-Man to Spawn, American culture has a strong relationship with superheroes.

Actors Theater cancels remaining shows

A theater company that has operated in downtown Phoenix for 20 years has canceled the rest of its season.

Sheriff's Office internal report available -- for a hefty fee

The Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office has released the findings of an internal investigation into hundreds of uninvestigated or mishandled sex crimes.

Giffords PAC increases effort against guns

Former Arizona Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords is stepping up her effort to place more restrictions on gun ownership ahead of the president's State of the Union address.

Governor's sales tax proposal may not add up

Lawmakers prepared for a fight over sales tax reform at the state capitol Monday.

Federal judge overturns Arizona law targeting Planned Parenthood

A federal judge has overturned a 2012 Arizona anti-abortion law targeting Planned Parenthood.

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