Legislation would let school boards increase property taxes

The Arizona House has passed legislation that would allow school boards to increase local property taxes.

Does Arizona have enough water to deal with drought and other challenges?

The Valley's rapid growth likely wouldn't have been possible without water from the Colorado River via the Central Arizona Project. But the Southwest's ongoing drought has some concerned about whether Arizona will have enough water for the future.

The impact of Arizona v. California on Arizona's water supply

This week marks 50 years since Arizona won the U.S. Supreme Court case, Arizona v. California, that helped federal legislation in creating the Central Arizona Project.

Phoenix Suns president talks team's future and defending John Hinckley

Phoenix Suns President Lon Babby talked about the franchise's efforts to rebuild following its second-worst season.

Remembering former Arizona Attorney General Gary Nelson

Former Arizona Attorney General Gary Nelson passed away last month. He argued the state's side in the U.S. Supreme Court's Miranda v. Arizona.

The intersection of energy and national security

Is the United States relying too much on importing fossil fuels at the expense of national security?

U.S. Airways' merger with American Airlines moves closer to completion

A U.S. Bankruptcy Judge has cleared the way for American Airlines’ creditors to vote on a merger with Tempe-based U.S. Airways.

Pac-12 conference tries to limit football-related head injuries

The Pac-12 conference, which includes Arizona State and the University of Arizona, says it will be implementing new rules for football practices in an effort to cut down on injuries.

Phoenix Mercury's popularity is on the rise

The WNBA's Phoenix Mercury has added top draft pick Brittney Griner to the lineup this season.

Measuring the impact of the Prop 100 sales tax increase

The 1 cent sales tax increase approved by voters in 2010 as Proposition 100 expires on Saturday. The vote occurred while Arizona's economy was in the middle of the recession and the state's budget was deep in a deficit.

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