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New Technology Could Extend Life of Arizona Highways

Department of Transportation will test out equipment that measures pavement density while building roads.

Property Tax Increase Would Fund Animal Care Center Expansion

Pima County voters will decide in November election whether to approve a $22M bond to upgrade facility.

Arizona's Only Governor of Mexican Descent Gets Tucson Recognition

Hispanic Chamber of Commerce will honor Raul H. Castro with its Legacy Award; Castro was in office from 1975-77.

Border Policies, Reviving Economy at Center of Arizona's CD 3 Forum

Democratic incumbent Grijalva, Republican challenger Saucedo Mercer faced off for first time in 2014 general election campaign.

AZ WEEK: Third-Party Governor Candidates Take on Economy, Immigration

Libertarian Hess, Americans Elect Mealer voice business, economic plans to help with undocumented migration, pull state from recession brink.

METRO WEEK: CD 2 Rematch Highlights Border Policy Differences

McSally pushes for improved guest worker visas, Barber advocates crack-down on employers hiring illegally.

2nd Congressional District Seat May Be Up to Convincing Independents

Rematch between Democrat Barber, Republican McSally could come down to who is seen as more politically moderate.

Early Voting: Contentious Issue Between Democrats, Republicans

Method is also changing way politicians campaign; thousands of ballots mailed to Pima County residents today.

First UAMC Heart Transplant Recipient of 2014 Leaves Hospital

Medical center had suspended its program late last year; Mesa man spent months on artificial device.

Barber, McSally Point Fingers at Partisanship in Forum

Sparks fly as Dem incumbent, GOP challenger face off for first time in campaign for 2nd Congressional District.

Corporation Commission Race Centers on Role of State's Largest Utility

Democratic candidates say APS has poured $2M in support of Republican duo; GOP candidates deny involvement.

FDA Prioritizes UA Tests for Possible Valley Fever Cure

Fast tracking Nikkomycin Z will speedy clinical trials, putting drug on market.

Healthcare Reform Remains a Top Issue in CD1

Democratic incumbent Kirkpatrick says Obamacare has benefited rural areas; Republican Tobin says it's bankrupting state.

Manzo Elementary Teacher Collaborates with UA, Expands Agriculture Ed in TUSD

Motivated teacher is taking on additional roles at Tucson Unified, working with 3 University of Arizona colleges.

Native American Cancer Prevention Program Gets $13M Grant

UA, NAU is using money to continue research work, will expand it for another five years.

AZ WEEK: 'Many Young Voters Disillusioned, Need Encouragement to Vote'

National political commentator is here with group to engage with UA students, reinforce importance of youth's involvement in politics.

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