Maricopa County Attorney responds to criticism, addresses immigration reform

Maricopa County Attorney Bill Montgomery talked about federal efforts to approve comprehensive immigration reform and whether his office's identity theft prosecutions could affect whether some undocumented immigrants could become eligible to be on a path to U.S. citizenship.

Touring infamous Phoenix with the Hip Historian

Marshall Shore, the "Hip Historian," gives tours on some of Phoenix's quirkier historic spots.

Former Suns' and Diamondbacks' owner says the combination of sports and business in Phoenix is working

Jerry Colangelo brought the Phoenix Suns and Arizona Diamondbacks to the Valley and continues to be influential in the worlds of sports and business.

Signs (including the ones that say 'For Sale') are everywhere that the Valley's housing market is recovering

Housing prices in the Valley are up and foreclosures are down. How long will it be until the area sees a stable housing market?

Grand Canyon University makes the jump to NCAA Division I

Grand Canyon University is investing a lot of money and energy into moving its athletic programs into Division I, the highest level of competition in the NCAA.

When will Scottsdale's Desert Discovery Center be built?

Scottsdale's plans for the Desert Discovery Center calls for the project to have informative and artistic exhibits on the Sonoran Desert. There are many supporters, but funding and location continue to be challenges.

Richard Carmona won't be running for Governor

Former Surgeon General Richard Carmona says he won't be running for Governor in Arizona, even after a competitive Senate campaign last November.

The push for Medicaid expansion in Arizona continues

Governor Jan Brewer continues her efforts to expand Medicaid in Arizona, but many conservatives are critical — saying the Governor is selling out principles in exchange for federal money.

Recognizing the importance of arts and culture in American society

Funding for non-profits arts organization has been difficult to come by, but Ben Cameron – inaugural Thought Leader in Residence for the Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust — argues that arts and culture must react to changing demographics.

ASU's new mascot design sparks outrage

Arizona State University has changed the design of its longtime mascot, Sparky. Many fans are unhappy with the updated look.

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