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Student Newswire of The University of Arizona School of Journalism

Arizona Sonoran News

A photo collage of famous domestic violence survivors featuring Rihanna, Colbie Holderness, Mel B, Amber Heard, Christy Mack and Evelyn Lozada. However, domestic violence is experienced by many women around the world.

Sierra Vista domestic violence shelter gives hope to survivors

Maritza Cruz March 1, 2018

She remembers well the day he last beat her. It was Dec. 1. He had beat her before, but this time it was different. He held her down by the neck in a chair and punched her in the cheekbone. She...

Public perception of police may precipitate increased violence

Public perception of police may precipitate increased violence

Mike Beckwith March 24, 2016

 PERCENTAGE OF ANNUAL STATEWIDE AGGRAVATED ASSAULTS ON OFFICERS IN MARICOPA COUNTY Police officers in Maricopa County claim they are assaulted at a higher rate than elsewhere in Arizona, and Sheriff...

Credit: Todd Blomhurst, April 2012, Children's Memorial Park, Tucson, Ariz.

Annual race for victim aid cash underway

Mike Beckwith February 25, 2016

Advocates for victims of crime not only have to fight for the safety and empowerment of their beneficiaries, they also have to fight each other. A competitive selection process began on Feb. 1 to determine...

New marshal wants to help promote town's history

New marshal wants to help promote town’s history

Liza Rubin March 26, 2015

John Houston couldn’t believe his eyes. After cruising through the city of Tombstone, Houston decided to take a look online at the job openings. What he saw stunned him. “I get online and I’m...

Arizona universities approach crime with simple advice: Be aware

Malcolm Fuller October 1, 2014

Think smart. Be vigilant. Call the police. Sounds too simple, but those are the key steps UAPD officials say will help prevent crime around campus. The most prevalent crime on the University of Arizona...

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