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Arizona Sonoran News

Arizona Sonoran News

Student Newswire of The University of Arizona School of Journalism

Arizona Sonoran News

Bridging the gap between science, public policy

Sam Parker, Reporter March 17, 2024

In an election year marred by intense partisanship and in a state where issues like water management, burgeoning tech sectors and fire safety are increasing points of public concern, a nonpartisan coalition...

Bisbee's Safeway continues to sell paper and reusable bags to help eliminate plastic bag liter.  Photo taken by Garrett Green

The effects of plastic bags in our environment

Garrett Green December 4, 2017

The City of Bisbee is economically fueled by tourism, and the problems caused by plastic bags makes it harder for tourists to enjoy. Plastic bags are made of an ethylene byproduct like natural gas...

The root of shame: Congressman Raul Grijalva traces his racial journey

The root of shame: Congressman Raul Grijalva traces his racial journey

Jireh Lopez Jimenez November 15, 2017

His words say Mexican-Americans can do anything. His eyes see hope where there is none. His feet march for the dreamer, to the point of arrest.  Every Chicano is a star, in his eyes. Raúl...

Christianna Silva / Arizona Sonora News Service

Legislative roundup: Far from being done

Christianna Silva April 21, 2017

PHOENIX - The legislature passed its 100 day mark this week with still no budget - or solution to budget issues - in sight. The legislative session was scheduled to come to a close at the end of April,...

Christianna Silva / Arizona Sonora News Service

Legislative Roundup: blue lives matter and weed on campus

Christianna Silva April 7, 2017

  PHOENIX - The beginning of this week started slowly at the legislature, with lawmakers waiting patiently on the budget to appear. Word on the street is that we should be seeing it pick up...

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