Wal-Mart and alleged bribery in Mexico

Two members of Congress have released information indicating the CEO of Wal-Mart knew as early as 2005 that the company’s Mexican unit was passing out bribes.

2013 Legislative session preview

Arizona's 2013 legislative session starts on Jan. 14 with Governor Jan Brewer's State of the State address.

Should an African-American represent Phoenix's Eighth District council seat?

Tension is boiling over on whether the Eighth District seat on the Phoenix City Council needs to be held by an African-American.

ADOT Director John Halikowski on Phoenix-Tucson rail line

Arizona Department of Transportation Director John Halikowski discusses the possibility of a passenger rail line connecting Phoenix and Tucson, as well as ADOT's collaboration with Nevada's Department of Transportation on the proposed Interstate 11 connecting Phoenix and Las Vegas.

Why the Barrett-Jackson Auto Auction is a big deal

Scottsdale's Barrett-Jackson Auto Auction opens on Sunday with legendary American muscle cars and the original Batmobile on the block.

American Airlines' board to discuss merger

Members of American Airlines’ Board of Directors are meeting today…in part to discuss a possible merger with Tempe-based U.S. Airways.

Landmark lodge closes

After more than six decades, the Greer Lodge Resort and Cabins in eastern Arizona has gone out of business.

New wild horse rules

The U.S. Bureau of Land Management will implement new rules restricting the private sale of wild horses and burros.

Phoenix officers take oaths

More than 70 Phoenix police officers have retaken their oaths of office, even as some officers argue they shouldn't have to.

Space Needle for downtown Phoenix?

The downtowns of some major U.S. cities are known for having unique architecture and skyscrapers, but that isn't the case in Phoenix. One development company, Novawest, is exploring the possibility of changing that with a concept that's being compared to Seattle's Space Needle.

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