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And the NIMBYs win (for now)
July 2, 2009 · Leave a Comment
WICKENBURG — Developers proposed it. Neighbors opposed it. But ultimately, the bank will end up taking it back. Saddleback Ranch, a controversial residential project that was ultimately approved by the City Council, is scheduled to be sold at a trustee sale in Mesa on July 29. The subdivision proposed... [Read the full story]
Growth
‘Megalopolis’ will lump Payson in with Valley
June 25, 2009 · Leave a Comment
PAYSON — Once the real estate market bounces back, future growth will link Tucson to Phoenix to Rim Country, Arizona State University experts say. Under that vision, Payson would grow to 38,000 residents. The town has been quietly building up its water supply and using water-conservation projects to... [Read the full story]
Environment
And the NIMBYs win (for now)
July 2, 2009 · Leave a Comment
WICKENBURG — Developers proposed it. Neighbors opposed it. But ultimately, the bank will end up taking it back. Saddleback Ranch, a controversial residential project that was ultimately approved by the City Council, is scheduled to be sold at a trustee sale in Mesa on July 29. The subdivision proposed... [Read the full story]
Politics
Mothers of disabled children sue state over budget cuts
April 20, 2009 · Leave a Comment
TUCSON — The Arizona Department of Economic Security wrongfully cut programs supporting developmentally disabled children in order to help the state reduce its $1.6 billion budget shortfall, a recent lawsuit claims. The class-action suit in federal court in Tucson is being brought against the department... [Read the full story]
Mexico
Mexico nabs drug kingpin
March 19, 2009 · Leave a Comment
MEXICO CITY — Mexican authorities captured a key player in one of the country’s top drug cartels today in a posh neighborhood in the nation’s capital. According to a report by the Associated Press, Vicente Zambada was nabbed without bloodshed. Mexican police and federal troops were watching... [Read the full story]
Health
Spat about patient care lands hospice in court
December 30, 2008 · 2 Comments
TUCSON — Two nurses are suing one of the nation’s largest hospice networks, alleging that they were fired in retaliation for raising alarms about shortcomings in patient care at the hospice’s Tucson location. Terri L. McCormick and Marlene H. Deakins brought the suit in Pima County Superior... [Read the full story]
Features
Iranian engineer adapts to Arizona life
December 3, 2008 · Leave a Comment
TEMPE — The hustle and bustle of Arizona State University creates a steady stream of background noise. Students become blurs as they rush to and from classes. Amidst the buzz of activity, Amir Bonakdar sits on a bench outside the Engineering Research Center, never missing a beat as he describes his... [Read the full story]
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And the NIMBYs win (for now)
WICKENBURG — Developers proposed it. Neighbors opposed it. But ultimately, the bank will end up taking it back. Saddleback Ranch, a controversial... [Read more]
Environment
Report: Kofa wildlife refuge in peril
YUMA — Utility lines and efforts to preserve the bighorn sheep population are hurting the overall health of the Kofa National Wildlife Refuge,... [Read more]
Politics
Mothers of disabled children sue state over budget cuts
TUCSON — The Arizona Department of Economic Security wrongfully cut programs supporting developmentally disabled children in order to help... [Read more]
Health
Mothers of disabled children sue state over budget cuts
TUCSON — The Arizona Department of Economic Security wrongfully cut programs supporting developmentally disabled children in order to help... [Read more]
The Border
Fake documents draw new scrutiny at border
YUMA — Authorities are now charging border crossers with identity theft if the Border Patrol catches them crossing the San Luis port of entry... [Read more]
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Northern Arizona
Fishermen find missing Chandler planning commissioner
CHEVELON CANYON LAKE — The remains of Mark Irby, the Chandler planning commissioner who abandoned his ATV near Forest Lakes in January, were... [Read more]
Southern Arizona
Cashing in on growth
Raise your hand if you’ve ever heard of Arizona City. Anyone? Well, we have. The same community that fought off incorporation and decided... [Read more]
Arizona Courts
Tribe sues Freeport McMoRan over copper mine
NEAR CASA GRANDE — The Tohono O’odham Nation claims an international mining company released hazardous substances during its search for... [Read more]
The Footprint
Plan to protect Bighorn sheep puts cougars in the cross hairs
Cougars with a taste for bighorn sheep could find themselves back in the cross hairs of state wildlife management agents as early as this summer. A... [Read more]
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Help a fellow Arizonan
You have a chance Thursday to learn how you can lend a hand to a fellow Arizonan. Head to the Arizona State Fairgrounds between 3 p.m. and 8... [Read more]
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