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Arrest made in graduation party shooting

Posted 8:39 PM 5/24/2013 by Robby Messer

TUCSON - Tucson Police make an arrest in connection with a graduation party shooting that left one person dead and another wounded.

Tucson Police responded to reports of shots fired at a residence in the 2700 block of West Calle Arandas just before 2 a.m. That's where officers found two (More)
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AZ lawmakers threatened

Posted 8:11 PM 5/24/2013 by Associated Press

PHOENIX (AP) - Arizona's bitter debate over a signature part of President Barack Obama's health care overhaul has sparked an investigation into lawmakers' safety after at least nine legislators received a threatening email over Gov. Jan Brewer's push to expand Medicaid access.

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Brigetta Barrett's big weekend

Posted 7:48 PM 5/24/2013

(AP) - High jumper Brigetta Barrett is finishing her career at Arizona on quite a few high notes.

From singing the national anthem at the 2013 Fiesta Bowl to capturing 24 straight NCAA meets, the theater arts major is simply a compelling performer no matter what the stage.

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82-year-old hit by SUV after granddaughter's graduation

Posted 7:07 PM 5/24/2013 by Erika Flores

TUCSON - 82-year-old Dorothy Penrod was visiting from Texas to watch her granddaughter receive her High School diploma.

After the graduation, Penrod and her family walked across the street in front of Mountain View High School and were struck by an SUV.

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All sunscreens not created equal

Posted 6:29 PM 5/24/2013 by John Patrick

TUCSON - You don't need an expensive sunscreen to soak up the rays this holiday weekend so before you lather on the lotion know what you're getting.

Bunnie Moss is one Arizonan who has dealt with the harmful effects of the sun first hand and realizes the importance of wearing the right (More)
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Tucson resorts attract 'staycationers' with big deals

Posted 5:00 PM 5/24/2013 by Danielle Lerner

TUCSON- Memorial Day weekend is nearly here and many local resorts are rolling out big deals to kick off the summer travel season. The temperatures keep many tourists away from Tucson during the summer months, so local hotels and businesses spend that time showing off to the locals.

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Judge: Sheriff Arpaio's office profiles Latinos

Posted 4:57 PM 5/24/2013

A federal judge has ruled that the office of America's self-proclaimed toughest sheriff systematically racially profiled Latinos in its trademark immigration patrols.
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Memorial Day events

Posted 4:14 PM 5/24/2013 by Van Nguyen

TUCSON - Governor Jan Brewer has ordered all State flags be lowered to half-staff from sunrise until noon on Monday, May 27th in honor of Memorial Day.

There are also several ceremonies this weekend and Monday to pay tribute to the men and women who sacrificed their lives, serving our (More)
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Tucson police chase yields kidnapping suspect

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Posted 3:20 PM 5/24/2013 by Robby Messer

According to a witness, Estrada's ex- boyfriend, Ozziel Ramirez blocked their vehicle with his preventing them from leaving the parking lot. Ramirez exited his vehicle with a rag over his hand and indicated he had a gun. He told Estrada to get into his car and once she did, they left in an (More) • Video (1)
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Feds look for temporary fix after I-5 collapse

Posted 2:53 PM 5/24/2013

MOUNT VERNON, Wash. (AP) - Washington Gov. Jay Inslee says federal officials are searching the country for a possible temporary replacement for a bridge that collapsed along the crucial Interstate 5 corridor. Inslee spoke at a news conference Friday, the day after a truck hauling an (More)
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Chandler council tables backyard chicken ordinance

Posted 2:10 PM 5/24/2013

The city prohibits chickens or any animal that isn't considered a household pet within 200 feet of a residence. Exceptions are made for agricultural areas and large lots.
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Children's Museum offers second Summer Science Sunday

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Posted 12:54 PM 5/24/2013 by Ryan Haarer

Every Sunday through September first admission is just two bucks and the museum will offer even more hands on activities
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