The intersection of science, politics and social outcomes

Water fluoridation is only one example—childhood vaccination is another—of an issue that remains controversial for some, even as a great majority of scientific studies indicate there’s little, if anything, to worry about from their implementation.

Fluoride in the Phoenix water supply

Putting fluoride in the public water supply began in earnest in the U.S. in the mid-20th century.

More than 900 jobs to fill at Tanger Outlet Westgate

As soon as the doors opened Wednesday at noon, hundreds of people walked into Jobing.com Arena looking for work. Tanger Outlet Center is opening a mall later this year. There are more than 900 jobs to fill.

Voters to decide on business tax in November

Arizona voters will decide in November whether to reduce property taxes, but not for themselves.

Court rules in favor of tribe; casino may go in near Glendale

A Native American tribe has won a key legal battle in its bid to locate a casino near Glendale.

Arizona Supreme Court rules on state trust land water rights

The state’s highest court has ruled in a case affecting water rights to the Little Colorado and Gila rivers.  

U.S. Attorney: Wisneski likely won't go to jail for Fiesta Bowl fiasco

Former Fiesta Bowl chief operating officer Natalie Wisneski likely won't receive jail time for her involvement in an illegal campaign-contribution scheme

Las Vegas flooding leaves residents, cars stranded

Las Vegas is drying out this morning after a huge storm yesterday left residents submerged in water and scrambling for cover.

New Release Special for 9/11

Watch her play. Tonight's 9 O'clock special is a festival of new releases, you'll hear a trumpeter two sax players and a vocalist.  You may not recognize their names today, but you will hear their amazing talent and look forward to a bright future for jazz.  Jazz awakes at 8!! http://www.tiafuller.com/

Phoenix will continue water fluoridation

Following a couple of hours of testimony, a city council subcommittee decided not to recommend changes to Phoenix's water fluoridation policy.


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