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Should We Call It Downtownology?

Science may help fuel redevelopment of Tucson's core

A Hohokam arrowhead, among the artifacts Tucson children are studying at archaeological summer camp at Agua Caliente Park.

Ancient Culture Inspires Young Minds

Children experience life as Hohokam in summer camp

EXO Roast, a new coffee roasting company, has opened in downtown Tucson and the owners are banking on a boon in business as the area prepares for the arrival of the modern streetcar.

Social Consciousness and Coffee: Now Downtown

Roaster seeks to craft local business attuned to environmental sustainability

Crews work on the field at Kino Stadium during an off day.

Tucson Padres Staying Another Season

GM says decision ends uncertainty for fans of AAA baseball club

AZ Week: Health Care Happiness or Horror?

Across the spectrum, court-backed Affordable Care Act lauded, lambasted

UA President Eugene Sander discusses the year he held the president position at the University of Arizona and tells what the new president will be looking forward to.

Sander Reflects on Academic Career, Unexpected Presidency

He departs UA at end of month, after spending 24 years, including final in top spot

Isaiah Unruh, Sarah Sanderson and Emily Garcia, all students from the Fine Arts Youth Academy, perform in classic play, "Aida."

Youth Bring Fresh Approach to Classic Love Story

Meet stars of Fine Arts Youth Academy's production of Elton John's Aida adaptation

Former citizen of Greece and UA Doctoral Student George Papadimitrou talks about the most recent political and financial turmoil in Greece that is part of the larger bailout dilema in Europe.

Greece: Hoping for Better Days

Tucsonan laments his homeland's turmoil, lauds its opportunities

New film footage has emerged of the Temple of Music and Art, an anchor of Tucson's performing arts community since 1927.

Long-Lost Film Footage Reveals Temple of Music and Art's Genesis

Groundbreaking for Tucson institution captured in 1920s footage.

Trent Gilbert at bat late in a game against Oregon at Hi-Corbett field.

Wildcats Win College World Series

Arizona beats S. Carolina 4-1; McKale Center celebration at noon

Staff from Congressman Ron Barber's office set up for his first Congress on Your Corner event June 23, 2012.

Barber Holds His First 'Congress On Your Corner'

Police officers provide security at public event with more than 300 people

78 year-old GED Graduate Mary Bowman received her GED at Pima Community College.

Never Too Late for 78-year-old Great-Grandmother

Tucson resident earns her GED this year, 62 years after leaving high school

House Speaker John Boehner (R-Ohio) swears in Ron Barber (D-Arizona) June 19, 2012. Barber's wife, Nancy, joined them for the ceremony.

Barber Sworn in to Giffords Seat

New CD8 congressman takes oath at U.S. Capitol

Tucson Tea Party Trent Humphries (right), Pima County Democratic Party Chairman Jeff Rogers (middle left) and Former state lawmaker Pete Hershberger (middle right) join host Jim Nintzel (right) to discuss the week in local politics.

AZ Illustrated: Political Roundtable, Friday, June 15, 2012

Host Jim Nintzel leads discussion of CD8's past and future; plus, Grijalva on immigration

The front door to the Congressional District 8 office in Tucson reflects Democrat Ron Barber's victory two days after the special election to fill the vacant seat in Congress.

Barber Opens Congressional Offices

Arizona's newest representative starts constituent services

Democrat Ron Barber celebrates his win in Congressional District 8 with his former boss, Gabrielle Giffords.

BARBER WINS CD8 SPECIAL ELECTION

GOP's Kelly concedes; Barber has 52.3% to Kelly's 45.1%

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