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St. Mary’s Round Building
During the late 19th and early 20th centuries, abundant sunshine was touted as a cure for any number of physical ailments. Consequently, Arizona billed itself as “The Sanatorium of the... […]
Bee raises $134K, 'confident' about exploratory bid
Senate President Tim Bee (File photo) Senate President Tim Bee raised $134,620 during the third quarter, Federal Election Commission records showed. “This is a great way to kick-off our committee’s... […]
Settlement reached in history curriculum suit
A lawsuit against the Arizona Department of Education has been temporarily averted by a settlement between the department’s highest official and the attorney for five Arizona charter schools that resisted... […]
World weather records tracked by ASU professor
An Arizona State University professor now has the last word when it comes to whether a weather event is a world record.Professor Randy Cerveny is now rapporteur of climate extremes... […]
Ohio high school students get an eyeful
An Ohio high school senior class got an eyeful when a state lawmaker giving a computer presentation on the legislative process accidentally flashed pictures of a topless woman.“It took me... […]
McCain on whirlwind fundraising trip through home state
Presidential candidate and Arizona Sen. John McCain said he’s pleased with where his campaign and fundraising efforts are less than 100 days before the nation’s first primary. Despite trailing front-runners... […]
Most states pay less in taxes than they get in federal spending
The federal government’s system of taxing and spending works out well for people in states like New Mexico, Mississippi, West Virginia and here in Arizona.Not so well for those in... […]
Brewer again seeks Clean Elections panel applicant
Following the departure of Carl Kunasek from the Citizens Clean Elections Commission, Secretary of State Jan Brewer is seeking applicants to fill the vacant position.Kunasek’s exit marks the end of... […]
Bee gains high-powered support for possible CD8 run
Senate President Tim Bee’s exploratory efforts in the 8th Congressional District have attracted two Republican bigwigs from southern Arizona.Auto dealer Jim Click and former National Rifle Association President Sandra Froman... […]
U.S. business official urges more work visas for immigrants
U.S. Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Tom Donohue is advocating a federal solution to illegal immigration and border security.Donohue, who spoke about the future of immigration laws in the... […]
NFIB joins immigration lawsuit
The nation’s largest advocate for independent businesses has joined a lawsuit challenging the constitutionality of Arizona’s employer sanctions law, saying the small businesses that drive the state’s economic engine will... […]
