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GOP Congress members introduce bill allowing states to verify a voter's citizenship status

Four Republican members of Arizona’s congressional delegation have introduced a bill that would allow states to verify a voter’s citizenship status. 

Story Corps Phoenix: Ruth Jurhill and Dale Evans

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Arizona preservationists update strategy to protect historic landmarks

The recent fight to save a Phoenix home designed by Frank Lloyd Wright has sparked new interest in protecting Arizona’s historic buildings.

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Immigration bill offers few changes to Border Patrol use of force

There are calls for a re-evaluation of the U.S. Border Patrol’s use of force. Investigations into these cases are hidden from public view and can drag on for years.

Why did the governor call a special session?

Arizona lawmakers will be at the capitol today after being called to a special session late Tuesday by Governor Jan Brewer. They'll be working on Medicaid expansion and the state budget.

Billboard attacks Arizona senator for immigration bill support

An electronic billboard went up on a busy stretch of Phoenix highway Tuesday. It criticizes the U.S. Senate immigration bill, and Arizona's junior senator for helping to draft it.

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Are Young Adults Delaying Big Decisions Because Of Student Debt?

As the cost of a college education soars, the average student graduates with about $25,000 in student loan debt. And those students are graduating into a rough economy with few well-paying jobs - if they even finish that degree. They may be putting off the traditional milestones of adulthood for financial reasons. Are you one of them?

What Term Best Describes Immigrants Living In The U.S. Illegally?

The Associated Press Stylebook no longer will sanction using the term "illegal immigrant." The decision has been applauded by Latino advocates. For years, many protested the AP and other journalism organizations, including The New York Times, over usage of what they believed to be an offensive term. But journalists are left wondering, what is the proper terminology for an immigrant in the country illegally?

Have You Thought About Retiring To Central America?

The lure of retiring in Central America has brought Americans in droves to tropical countries like Costa Rica and Nicaragua. Cheap living. Good food. Vibrant culture. Some Baby Boomers call it Pura Vida -- the Pure Life. But is it, really?

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