Dept. Of Corrections Whistleblower Calls For Change Of Leadership

When asked why she came forward, despite threats of retaliation and intimidation from her superiors, Gabriela Contreras said she had no choice. Contreras spoke to the press Tuesday in her first public appearance after leaking footage to ABC15 that would lead Gov. Doug Ducey to launch an investigation of the Arizona Department of Corrections.

Unofficial Results: City Hall Outsiders Guardado, Garcia Win Phoenix Council Seats

The unofficial election results in Phoenix show Betty Guardado and Carlos Garcia winning City Council seats. The clerk’s office says about 60 ballots need to be counted.

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Hudbay Looking To Sell 30 Percent Stake In Rosemont Mine

According to a report made Tuesday, Toronto-based Hudbay Minerals is looking to sell a portion of its ownership in the Rosemont Mine. The proposed open pit copper mine in the Santa Rita Mountains southeast of Tucson would be the third largest copper mine in the United States.

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Claim Seeks $45M For Incapacitated Woman Who Gave Birth

Lawyers for an incapacitated woman who was raped and later gave birth at a Phoenix long-term care facility have filed a $45 million notice of claim against the state, saying she may have been impregnated before.

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In Study, Driverless Cars Improve Traffic Safety Through Cooperation

Phoenix has established itself as a test bed for driverless cars but not without incident. Now, a study from the University of Cambridge in England suggests a way to improve speed and safety of autonomous vehicles

Dairy Association To Pay $40 Mil To Settle Claims Of False Pricing

An association of dairy cooperatives will pay $40 million to settle claims by farmers that false pricing data depressed milk prices.

Arizona Education Department Fixes Navajo Scholarship Confusion

Six families on the Navajo Nation recently received alarming bills from the Arizona Department of Education. But state lawmakers have come together to find a solution.