AZ Illustrated Politics: Friday, August 9, 2013
Guests discuss Obama's visit to Phoenix Tuesday; nine dreamers released; controversy with next year's possible governor candidates.
AZ Week: Disaster? State Ready, Residents Not So Much
Emergency management officials urge individuals, families, businesses to make plans, get prepared.
Blue Grass Jam Sessions Bring Music To The Community
For two Tucson musicians the traditional American style of music is 'what fills their heart and lifts their soul.'
'Dreamers' Not Just from Latin American Countries
While conversations about immigration reform mostly focus on Latinos, those of other backgrounds interested.
AZ Illustrated Arts: Thursday, August 8, 2013
A writer expresses seeing his novels com to life; exhibit showcasing desert grasslands; bridge art; in-studio performances.
9 'Dreamers' Freed, Awaiting Asylum Requests
Mexican-born, US-reared, they tried re-entering last month to emphasize desire for immigration reform.
AZ Illustrated Nature: Wednesday, August 7, 2013
Raptors becoming too comfortable to urban surroundings; national, state economic impact of birding; our great outdoors.
Diane Rehm: Call for Sentencing Reform
Join Diane and her guests for a discussion about Attorney General Eric Holder's call for sentencing reform. Weekdays 9-11 a.m. on NPR 89.1 FM/1550 AM.
Obama's Phoenix Visit Tuesday Draws Protests
Immigrant rights activists gathered outside high school where president gave a speech; some signs read 'Deporter-in-Chief.'
Law Changes May Ensure Hotshot Families Survivor Benefits
AZ house speaker drafting a retroactive legislation; mother of one of 19 firefighters having a news conference in Prescott Wed.
AZ Illustrated Science: Tuesday, August 6, 2013
A look at innovative ways local center treats addiction, a person's road to recovery; more people concerned about health.
Seven 'Dreamers' Granted Tentative Asylum
After leaving US, they tried to recross at Nogales last month, were taken to Eloy immigrant detention center.
Live Near Border in AZ? 'You're Being Watched'
Adding to already 'astronomical' security resources won't be deter organized crime, skeptical resident says.
Obama: 'Housing Market Beginning to Heal'
In Phoenix, 'Ground Zero' for meltdown, he calls for new mortgage reforms to continue boosting middle class.
AZ Illustrated Metro: Monday, August 5, 2013
Tucson's new domestic abuse court; UA handling sexual violence; a chat with Rep. Kirkpatrick; Navajo Nation's issues with water.
