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Mexico’s Senate approves marijuana legalization measure

Mexico’s lower house still needs to debate and pass the legislation for it to become law.

Sen. Martha McSally delivers her farewell speech on the floor of the U.S. Senate. November 18, 2020

McSally says goodbye to Senate

McSally thanked supporters in her final floor speech.

Gov. Doug Ducey at a Nov. 18, 2020 media briefing on the state's COVID-19 response.

Ducey offers guidance, no new restrictions in COVID-19 briefing

Ducey had not given a live briefing since Oct. 28.

Patrons at the Pima County Public Library's downtown Tucson branch use social distancing while waiting in line to use the library's computers on May 29, 2020.

Arizona COVID-19 case counts reaching summer levels

As daily numbers continue to rise, the state has been silent on implementing any new restrictions.

A sign directs voters to a polling site set up at Temple Emanu-El in Tucson on Nov. 3, 2020.

Here's what happens to an unreadable ballot in Arizona

Unfounded rumors about Sharpies don't match up with the process that takes place if a ballot is unreadable.

Navajo Nation President Jonathan Nez said the "Stay home, stay safe" message from the tribal government guarantees that businesses in the nation have the "the safest environment" compared to those outside its tribal lands during the pandemic.

Navajo Nation shifts to curfews to decrease travel, exposure to COVID-19

Residents have been traveling to buy essentials as weekend lockdowns closed businesses in the nation, the president said.

News roundup: Halloween parties raided at UA, spending big on Prop 208, trails reopen in Santa Catalinas

Recent coverage impacting Southern Arizona, Nov. 2

Acting DHS Secretary Chad Wolf, Feb. 26, 2020.

DHS head touts immigration policy at Arizona sheriffs' roundtable

Chad Wolf promoted the Migrant Protection Protocols as safe, though critics say the policy fails obligations to asylum seekers.

An image from a handout video produced by the U.S. Census Bureau promoting participation in the 2020 census.

Gauging Arizona’s participation in the 2020 census

The state attempted to boost participation in traditionally undercounted communities.

Pima County Board of Supervisors Chairman Richard Elías speaks during a press conference with county and city of Tucson leaders about COVID-19 precautions on March 9, 2020.

Mission Library renamed in honor of Richard Elías

The longtime Pima County supervisor died in March.

Fishing boats float on the Sea of Cortez outside the little town of San Felipe, Baja California, in October 2018.

Mexico fishermen scoff at governor's suggestion to switch to taxi driving

The suggestion comes as fishermen in the Sea of Cortez struggle with increasing restrictions meant to protect a highly endangered porpoise.

The view of the Tucson Skyline from A Mountain. Oct. 23, 2019.

News roundup: President Trump visits Tucson, city asks UA to test all students, high fashion coming to Tucson

Recent coverage impacting Southern Arizona, Oct. 19

President Donald Trump stands at a section of border wall on the southern border near Yuma, June 23, 2020.

Appeals court rules against Trump administration on border wall funds

The 9th Circuit ruled that just because the country’s military deems the border wall is necessary, that doesn’t mean it is.

State unemployment fund in danger of running out

Arizona is paying more than it is taking in for unemployment benefits.

U.S. Supreme Court building, Washington, D.C.

US Supreme Court nomination carries high stakes

A UA law professor notes the court's reputation rides on how it handles a 6-3 majority for conservatives.

File image of an Arizona voter registration form.

Arizona voter registration deadline nearing

Election officials warn people to be careful filling out the form.

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