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Tucson Getting Credit Card-Friendly Parking Meters, Higher Fees

New devices downtown, along University Boulevard, North 4th Avenue will improve convenience, at $1 per hour.

Interstate 11 Corridor Project Moves Ahead

Option for new highway in Tucson still alive, but latest routing calls for no new path through Avra Valley.

Mexican Peso Drops in Value, Could Hurt Arizona Retailers

With U.S. dollar at 15 pesos, experts say Mexican visitors are spending less when they come across the line.

Federal Budget Plan Helps Southern Arizona

Temporary spending package brings good news but also uncertainty for region

METRO WEEK: Downtown Parking Changes Coming Soon

New meters accept plastic payment, no more free parking along 4th Avenue.

Researchers Are Studying Economic Impact of the 4th Avenue Street Fair

Tucson event is held twice a year, attracting tens of thousands of people from all over.

El Conquistador Deal Being Finalized

Pending deal between two different buyers that will split up the recently troubled resort and golf course.

Feds Hope to Combat Poverty Among Native American Youth

Obama administration says money for program will come from existing funds, nonprofits.

Tucson Fast Food Workers Continue to Demand Better Pay

Local, nationwide protests happening Thursday; movement began two years ago.

Raúl Grijalva: A Liberal Leader, Optimistic About 2015

Immigration, environmental policy top his list of things to protect during 7th term in Congress.

Federal Grant May Help Relieve Navajo Hunger

1 in 5 on reservation is 'food insecure,' meaning they may not know source of their next meal, researchers say.

Some Undocumented Farmworkers Could Benefit from Obama's Immigration Changes

Although executive action doesn't address them directly, many have children who are US citizens.

Mexican Consulate Flooded with Calls Since Obama’s Immigration Changes

Officials set up hotline and mobile app to help prevent scams, provide correct information.

Obama Deportation Deferral May Affect 135,000 in Arizona

Immigration plan's impact in state also could include visas for high-skilled workers, tightened border security.

Homelessness Down in Arizona

Tucson's focus to get veterans off the streets contributes to decline in numbers.

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