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Giffords mailer goes out to CD8 voters

azcentral.com — Rebekah L. Sanders, of The Arizona Republic's politics team, contributed this post: Many in Tucson have wondered how big of a role Gabrielle Giffords would play in race to replace her in Congress. So far she has stayed largely out of the limelight as the campaign hurtles toward the June 12 election.
Dan Nowicki National Political Reporter, Arizona Republic @dannowicki
Former Rep. @GabbyGiffords reiterates her support for @RonBarberAZ in #AZ08 campaign mailer: http://t.co/uX2HDILL (via @RebekahLSanders)
Aaron Blake Political Blogger, Washington Post @FixAaron
AZ Dem Party sends mailers featuring Gabrielle Giffords in #AZ08 special election. http://t.co/6Mg0FL74
Alia Rau Senior Legislative Reporter, Arizona Republic @aliarau
RT @rebekahlsanders: Giffords mailer goes out to CD8 voters - looks like a new photo of her http://t.co/vxxmBT6j
Rebekah L. Sanders West Valley Economic Development Reporter, Arizona Republic @RebekahLSanders
Giffords mailer goes out to CD8 voters - looks like a new photo of her http://t.co/Z2kQQWNb

Killing of Sonora police chief stirs alarm

azcentral.com — Killing of Sonora police chief stirs alarm, The killing of the police chief in San Luis Rio Colorado, Sonora, last weekend has alarmed officials on both sides of the U.S.-Mexican border and raised fears that the vicious drug-cartel violence that has plagued other regions may be spreading to an area that, for the most part, has been spared the bloodshed.
Dan Nowicki National Political Reporter, Arizona Republic @dannowicki
The murder of a Sonora, Mexico, police chief has rekindled fears of cartel violence along the U.S. border: http://t.co/NiRNt1Rq
Carli Brosseau Real Estate Reporter, Arizona Daily Star @carlibrosseau
San Luis de Colorado, Sonora, police chief killed http://t.co/vC4EcoYP
Yvonne Wingett Maricopa County Government and Politics Reporter, Arizona Republic @yvonnewingett
Killing of Sonora police chief stirs alarm http://t.co/Cm4ArEo9 via @azcentral
Rick D'Amico Anchor, Fox 10 Phoenix @rickdamico
Cartel violence appears to be edging close to Arizona! Read more:... http://t.co/VXoqNiBl

'Star Wars' at 35 - we are connected

azcentral.com — In another one of those cultural milestones that is intended to recognize some sort of achievement but in reality just makes you feel that much older, "Star Wars" turns 35 today. Yes, "Star Wars." For those of us who saw the first film the first time around, that's what it is and will be.
Bill Goodykoontz Movie Critic, Arizona Republic @goodyk
'Star Wars' turns 35. A few thoughts on being connected: http://t.co/1FRFB5RQ

New home recovery builds in metro Phoenix

azcentral.com — New-home permits in metro Phoenix climbed again in April. There were 1,184 single-family permits issued last month, compared with 1,036 in March, according to the "Phoenix Housing Market Letter." If these figures don't impress, remember that a year ago, permits were hovering around 600 a month.
Catherine Reagor Real Estate Reporter, Arizona Republic @catherinereagor
New home recovery builds in metro Phoenix http://t.co/Y6sY7UHO

Special election ballots coming in at a record pace

azcentral.com — Rebekah L. Sanders, of The Arizona Republic's politics team, filed this post: Southern Arizona voters are sending in early ballots faster than ever in the special election to replace former U.S. Rep. Gabrielle Giffords. And registered Republicans are slightly edging out Democrats in total ballots returned.
Rebekah L. Sanders West Valley Economic Development Reporter, Arizona Republic @RebekahLSanders
Early ballots in Giffords replacement election are coming in at a record pace http://t.co/xu2jEBZw

Phoenix Coyotes seeking ownership stability

azcentral.com — Phoenix Coyotes seeking ownership stability, For the better part of those three seasons, the on-ice and off-ice worlds of the Coyotes have had limited interaction, enabling the players to achieve a run to the Western Conference finals for the first time in the franchise's 33-year history. But the buffer is fading.
Luke Russert Correspondent, NBC News @LukeRussert
#NHL RT: @SenJohnMcCain: It's important to resolve the #Coyotes ownership situation soon - free agency starts July 1st: http://t.co/g1jaiCvX

Health-insurance refunds on the way for Arizonans

azcentral.com — Arizona consumers and businesses can expect to collect more than $36 million in refunds this summer from health-insurance companies under new provisions of the nation's health-care law, according to two reports.
Carli Brosseau Real Estate Reporter, Arizona Daily Star @carlibrosseau
Health-insurance refunds on the way for Arizonans http://t.co/MzFkowW3 via @azcentral

McCain set to launch institute at ASU

azcentral.com — WASHINGTON - Sen. John McCain's political legacy is set to be preserved with a high-profile new institute established at Arizona State University. The McCain Institute for International Leadership will be based in Washington, D.C., but also will have a physical presence on ASU's Tempe campus.
Steve Holland White House and U.S. Politics Reporter, Reuters @steveholland1
Institute to be named for @senjohnmccain: http://t.co/gGeuUFmO

'Chernobyl Diaries'

azcentral.com — 'Chernobyl Diaries', Despite the idea coming from Oren Peli, who wrote and directed "Paranormal Activity," this film, directed by Bradley Parker, is filled with far too many stupid decisions on the part of its characters to succeed. Some scares, but it's really just dumb. With Jesse McCartney and Jonathan Sadowski.
Bill Goodykoontz Movie Critic, Arizona Republic @goodyk
My 'Chernobyl Diaries' review. Horror films depend on stupid choices, but dang... http://t.co/WzRU1p9e

As Memorial Day nears, gas prices ease

azcentral.com — Gas prices are high and still hammering metro Phoenix drivers, but there is good news: Prices at the pump have started to trickle lower as the busy summer driving season approaches. Heading into the Memorial Day weekend, unleaded regular gasoline is averaging $3.68 a gallon across the U.S., down 15 cents from a year ago, according to AAA's daily fuel-gauge report.
Jahna Berry Business Reporter, Arizona Republic @jahnaberry
A gift for #Arizona #Memorial Day weekend travelers: lower gas prices http://t.co/dp8HPTvM #economy

Judge: MCSO jail conditions better

azcentral.com — The Maricopa County Sheriff's Office has sufficiently corrected jail deficiencies like overcrowding and poor sanitation to emerge in part from under a 35-year-old federal civil-rights lawsuit. The decision by a federal judge will effectively end court-ordered oversight of Sheriff Joe Arpaio's jail facilities when it comes to food quality, sanitary conditions and overcrowding in holding areas.
Yvonne Wingett Maricopa County Government and Politics Reporter, Arizona Republic @yvonnewingett
Sheriff's Office's improvements end court-ordered oversight @Realsheriffjoe http://t.co/5lHNUl46

Expansion of Arizona's medical marijuana program debated

azcentral.com — Four new medical conditions could eventually qualify under Arizona's medical-marijuana program. State health officials are considering whether to add depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder and migraines as "debilitating conditions," which would allow people to legally use medical pot.
Alia Rau Senior Legislative Reporter, Arizona Republic @aliarau
RT @yvonnewingett: #Arizona to consider expansion of medical-pot program at 1pm Friday: http://t.co/a7t9pk4T
Yvonne Wingett Maricopa County Government and Politics Reporter, Arizona Republic @yvonnewingett
#Arizona to consider expansion of medical-pot program at 1pm Friday: http://t.co/6DsUCurQ

Left out of Arizona�s �moral� majority

azcentral.com — E.J. Montini's Columns & Blog: Readers like to complain about politicians (thanks -- or not -- to writers like me), so it was fairly easy to shrug off an e-mail gripe about of Gov. Jan Brewer sent to me by a local man named Loyd Eskildson. At least until I read some comments Brewer...
E.J. Montini News Columnist, Arizona Republic @ejmontini
Left out of Arizona’s “moral” majority http://t.co/Sn8MZecI

Big Pac-12 implications for ASU, UA baseball in final series

azcentral.com — No. 5 Oregon leads the Pac-12 baseball standings entering the final weekend of the regular season. But No. 13 Arizona, one game back, still can win or tie for the title. So can No. 9 UCLA, No. 13 Stanford and, unofficially, No. 14 Arizona State, all two back.
Jeff Metcalfe Sports Writer, Arizona Republic @jeffmetcalfe
Big #Pac-12 implications for #ASU, UA baseball in final series http://t.co/CWfQGthH via @azcentral

Tucson District 8 candidates face off

azcentral.com — Tucson District 8 candidates face off, Candidates running to replace former U.S. Rep. Gabrielle Giffords agreed on one thing during their first public debate Wednesday: that they would change President Obama's health-care legislation.
Rebekah L. Sanders West Valley Economic Development Reporter, Arizona Republic @RebekahLSanders
Tucson District 8 candidates debate - and suggest a US-Mexican border "camel brigade" http://t.co/8JHb8MoI

Rigged device explodes at Salvation Army; 2 hurt

azcentral.com — A device rigged with explosives went off inside a Phoenix Salvation Army distribution center Thursday afternoon, slightly injuring two employees, authorities said. Phoenix police said preliminary evidence suggests the incident is linked to two other cases in which a person or persons left flashlights packed with explosives in Glendale on May 13 and 14.
Yvonne Wingett Maricopa County Government and Politics Reporter, Arizona Republic @yvonnewingett
Rigged device explodes at Salvation Army; 2 hurt http://t.co/nwNZVJpS via @azcentral

Homeowners beware: another foreclosure aid scam in metro Phoenix

azcentral.com — The Arizona attorney general has filed a complaint against a Surprise woman in another scheme to take advantage of struggling homeowners. The state prosecutor has filed a lawsuit against Rosa Galope alleging she defrauded homeowners looking for help in obtaining mortgage modifications to avoid foreclosure.
Catherine Reagor Real Estate Reporter, Arizona Republic @catherinereagor
Homeowners beware: another foreclosure aid scam in metro Phoenix http://t.co/QkKwWC25

Democrats blowing �birther� bonanza

azcentral.com — Republican Secretary of State Ken Bennett makes a laughingstock of the state by diving head first into the shallow end of the 'birther' pool (there is no deep end), and instead of taking full advantage of this political bonanza, and e-x-t-e-n-d-i-n-g it, one of the state's top Democratic lawmakers wants to toss it all away by getting Bennett to do ...
Yvonne Wingett Maricopa County Government and Politics Reporter, Arizona Republic @yvonnewingett
@ejmontini: Democrats blowing 'birther' bonanza: http://t.co/mwWWNibV

Lawsuit challenges Arizona use of foreclosure settlement money

azcentral.com — Lawsuit challenges Arizona use of foreclosure settlement money, PHOENIX -- A lawsuit filed by public interest law firms on behalf of homeowners tries to block Arizona from using part of a foreclosure settlement to help balance the next state budget. The budget approved by the Legislature and Gov.
Catherine Reagor Real Estate Reporter, Arizona Republic @catherinereagor
Lawsuit says Arizona can't use lender settlment funds to balance budget..http://bit.ly/Jv8yFG

Feds want Arredondo documents sealed

azcentral.com — Federal prosecutors have asked a judge to seal much of the information they turn over to attorneys for Arizona Rep. Ben Arredondo, R-Tempe, because some of the material contains information about other ongoing federal investigations. Arredondo was indicted last week on five counts including bribery, mail fraud and extortion following an FBI sting.
Alia Rau Senior Legislative Reporter, Arizona Republic @aliarau
RT @azcpolitics: The latest on state Rep. Ben Arredondo: Feds move to seal documents in corruption case: http://t.co/bY8SfaUy #azleg

Is Ben Arredondo bait, with bigger fish to come?

azcentral.com — Laurie Roberts' Columns & Blog:Looks like there may be more to come in the public corruption probe that led to the indictment last week of state Rep. Ben "Show Me the Tickets" Arredondo. The Department of Justice is asking a judge to seal the evidence against the Democratic...
Tim Steller Senior Reporter, Arizona Daily Star @senyorreporter
Interesting question from @LaurieRoberts Is Ben Arredondo the bait, with bigger fish to come? http://t.co/a8lX9W2o

Democrats blowing �birther� bonanza

azcentral.com — Republican Secretary of State Ken Bennett makes a laughingstock of the state by diving head first into the shallow end of the 'birther' pool (there is no deep end), and instead of taking full advantage of this political bonanza, and e-x-t-e-n-d-i-n-g it, one of the state's top Democratic lawmakers wants to toss it all away by getting Bennett to do ...
E.J. Montini News Columnist, Arizona Republic @ejmontini
Democrats blowing ‘birther’ bonanza http://t.co/2VPKhMDn

ASU compiles list of world's top 10 new species

azcentral.com — ASU compiles list of world's top 10 new species, Roughly 18,000 new species that scientists discovered last year were unique and bizarre enough to be placed on a top 10 new-species list by a team of international scientists. {snl} ASU compiles Top 10 new species list
Anne Ryman Senior Reporter, Arizona Republic @anneryman
ASU releases list of top 10 new species: http://t.co/yGMp0OFr

Congressman apologizes for Obama birth comments

azcentral.com — DENVER -- A Colorado congressman who questioned the citizenship of President Barack Obama expanded on his apology Thursday, calling his comments at a GOP fundraiser this month "inappropriate and boneheaded." Rep. Mike Coffman said in an op-ed column published Thursday in the Denver Post (http://goo.gl/6W3Uo ) that he "should never have questioned the president's devotion to our country.
Yvonne Wingett Maricopa County Government and Politics Reporter, Arizona Republic @yvonnewingett
#Colorado Congressman apologizes for @BarackObama birth comments http://t.co/F47wyfb5 via @azcentral

Classes map way to starting own business

azcentral.com — Many of us have dreamed of launching our own businesses. And metro Phoenix residents hoping to start their own businesses will find there are various resources to help them gain the knowledge they'll need to launch their ventures.
Jahna Berry Business Reporter, Arizona Republic @jahnaberry
Free and low cost classes help metro #Phoenix #entrepreneurs learn how to start a business http://t.co/cGI00ytW

HP to cut 27,000 jobs to save up to $3.5 billion annually

azcentral.com — SAN FRANCISCO - Hewlett-Packard Co. is cutting 27,000 jobs in an effort to recover from management missteps that hobbled the Silicon Valley pioneer as its rivals raced ahead with more innovative products and services. The streamlining announced Wednesday represents HP's largest payroll purge in its 73-year history.
Jahna Berry Business Reporter, Arizona Republic @jahnaberry
Grim #jobs news: @HP to cut 27,000 workers http://t.co/gEF4CJbo #economy

McCain set to launch institute at ASU

azcentral.com — WASHINGTON - Sen. John McCain's political legacy is set to be preserved with a high-profile new institute established at Arizona State University. The McCain Institute for International Leadership will be based in Washington, D.C., but also will have a physical presence on ASU's Tempe campus.
Dan Nowicki National Political Reporter, Arizona Republic @dannowicki
Coming to Arizona State University: @SenJohnMcCain's McCain Institute for International Leadership: http://t.co/R8PHhoPP

2nd lawsuit filed for Hawaii inmate death in Arizona

azcentral.com — 2nd lawsuit filed for Hawaii inmate death in Arizona, HONOLULU -- The family of a Hawaii inmate strangled to death at a private prison in Arizona is suing the state of Hawaii and Corrections Corporation of America, saying the death would have been prevented if the state didn't ship prisoners to a mainland facility that neglects them.
Tim Eigo Editor, Arizona Attorney Magazine @azatty
2nd lawsuit filed for Hawaii inmate death in Arizona http://t.co/BeLifXkK
Yvonne Wingett Maricopa County Government and Politics Reporter, Arizona Republic @yvonnewingett
2nd lawsuit over inmate death in Ariz. http://t.co/K2zxSzza via @azcentral
Oskar Garcia News Editor, Hawaii and the Pacific Rim, Associated Press @oskargarcia
Hawaii sends many of its inmates to privately run prison in Arizona. Family of one suing state for wrongful death. AP: http://t.co/gUwOczYb

Brewer's trade trip to Germany, France is planned

azcentral.com — Brewer's trade trip to Germany, France is planned, Arizona officials are touting a two-week trade delegation to Germany and France as an opportunity to expand business development and tourism for the state.
Yvonne Wingett Maricopa County Government and Politics Reporter, Arizona Republic @yvonnewingett
Brewer's trade trip to Germany, France is planned http://t.co/wtReThFW via @azcentral

'Men in Black III'

azcentral.com — 'Men in Black III', Will Smith and Tommy Lee Jones, along with director Barry Sonnenfeld, return for a third installment, with Smith's Agent J going back to the '60s to prevent the murder of Jones' K (played spot-on as a younger man by Josh Brolin). It's not bad, not good, just unnecessary.
Bill Goodykoontz Movie Critic, Arizona Republic @goodyk
My "Men in Black III" review. Not bad. Not good. Not necessary. http://t.co/MeeXI7lZ

Arizona poll: Romney 50 percent, Obama 43 percent

azcentral.com — Arizona's presidential race remains close, but presumptive Republican presidential nominee Mitt Romney is back in the lead in the latest statewide poll. Romney has 50 percent support to President Barack Obama's 43 percent in the automated telephone survey of 500 Arizona voters conducted Thursday through Sunday by Public Policy Polling, a Democratic firm based in Raleigh, N.C.
Andrew Kaczynski Politics Reporter, BuzzFeed @BuzzFeedAndrew
RT @dannowicki: New Arizona poll: @MittRomney 50 percent, @BarackObama 43 percent: http://t.co/rX8zRXbi
Dan Nowicki National Political Reporter, Arizona Republic @dannowicki
New Arizona poll: @MittRomney 50 percent, @BarackObama 43 percent: http://t.co/ePPMRflO

Can Penzone beat Arpaio? No, but...

azcentral.com — Former Phoenix Police Sergeant Paul Penzone filed more than 6,000 petitions signatures with the county elections office Wednesday, hoping as a Democrat to challenge Sheriff Joe Arpaio in November. I contacted Penzone afterwards, complimented him on fulfilling this part of his campaign and asked why he bothered since I don't give anyone much chance of beating the sheriff.
E.J. Montini News Columnist, Arizona Republic @ejmontini
Can Penzone beat Arpaio? No, but... http://t.co/7Cd69O6U

azcentral.com — The Issue: Jesse Kelly's position on Medicare Who said it: Ron Barber, Candidate by Jose Zavala - May 21, 2012, 10:12 pm What we're looking at Democrat Ron Barber, a candidate for the District 8 congressional seat, stated in an online news release that Republican candidate Jesse Kelly has said that he would "phase out," "eliminate," or "privatize" Medicare and Social Security."
Yvonne Wingett Maricopa County Government and Politics Reporter, Arizona Republic @yvonnewingett
#AZFactCheck: Was congressional candidate Ron Barber @RonBarberAZ accurate about Jesse Kelly's position on Medicare? http://t.co/VQbzFVGm
Alia Rau Senior Legislative Reporter, Arizona Republic @aliarau
#AZFactCheck: Was congressional candidate Ron Barber @RonBarberAZ accurate about Jesse Kelly's position on Medicare? http://t.co/SIkJA23Q

Scottsdale arts council focuses on fundraising

azcentral.com — The Scottsdale Cultural Council expects to bring in about $1.5 million in fundraising and contributions this year, below its goal of $1.9 million. Despite the shortfall, the Cultural Council development staff has set a similar goal for next fiscal year.
Sonja Haller Reporter, Arizona Republic @sonjahaller
@DrStrangedaleYou might be interested in: http://t.co/PELSNkbM

Top pool parties in Greater Phoenix

azcentral.com — Top pool parties in Greater Phoenix, To find relief from the Valley's summer heat, your options are getting out of town, planting yourself in front of an air-conditioner vent or jumping into a pool. Here are six top pool parties in Greater Phoenix.
Megan Finnerty Nightlife and Events Editor, Arizona Republic @MeganMFinnerty
Top pool parties in Greater Phoenix http://t.co/fQIPl99P Hat tip to @hotelvalleyho, @wscottsdale, @TheSaguaroAZ, @clarendonhotel, @elsantoaz

Mesa Public Schools teachers will get 2.2 percent raise

azcentral.com — Mesa Public Schools teachers will get 2.2 percent raise, After three years with no raises, teachers at Mesa Public Schools, the state's largest school district, will get a 2.2 percent salary increase next school year.
Cathryn Creno Senior News Writer, Arizona Republic @ClassroomScoop
Mesa Public Schools teachers to get 2.2 percent raises http://t.co/QgtdfDIi

Romney: American kids get 'third-world education'

azcentral.com — Romney: American kids get 'third-world education', WASHINGTON -- Charging that American students are getting a "third-world education" under President Barack Obama, Republican presidential challenger Mitt Romney on Wednesday proposed a voucher-style system that could significantly alter the public school system and revive the debate over school choi
Esther J. Cepada Freelance Columnist, Washington Post @estherjcepeda
All depends on your school district RT @azcentral: Romney says American kids get 'third-world education.' Do you agree? http://t.co/4I8I4kTj

azcentral.com — Arizona Secretary of State Ken Bennett recently re-ignited the 'birther' issue in which some people question whether President Barack Obama was born in the United States. What do you think will be the impact?
Alia Rau Senior Legislative Reporter, Arizona Republic @aliarau
SOS Ken Bennett ignited a national firestorm with the Obama "birther" issue. Weigh in by taking our survey: http://t.co/UBSKrw6g

Phoenix Coyotes bitter taste from series loss shouldn't overshadow bigger playoff picture

azcentral.com — It was a Shane Doan we never saw before. Bitter. Frustrated. Unhinged. "I bit my tongue this whole series," he said. "This whole series." The Coyotes' magical season came to an end Tuesday at Jobing.com Arena, and it was hard for the captain to bow out gracefully. Don't be too hard on him.
Paola Boivin Sports Columnist, Arizona Republic @PaolaBoivin
Man, some LA fans are cranky w me today for my take on Shane Doan and #Coyotes http://t.co/80jgnhMB

Brewer, Sinatra and Gay Paree!

azcentral.com — A blog about Gov. Jan Brewer's relatively hush-hush (at least in term of public notice) decision to hop on a plane for a two-week "trade mission" to Germany and France requires a soundtrack. For that, we're going with Sinatra's version of "I Love Paris." (Play it here.)
Yvonne Wingett Maricopa County Government and Politics Reporter, Arizona Republic @yvonnewingett
@ejmontini : @GovBrewer Sinatra and Gay Paree! http://t.co/3kAKY2ms

Brewer, Sinatra and Gay Paree!

azcentral.com — A blog about Gov. Jan Brewer's relatively hush-hush (at least in term of public notice) decision to hop on a plane for a two-week "trade mission" to Germany and France requires a soundtrack. For that, we're going with Sinatra's version of "I Love Paris." (Play it here.)
E.J. Montini News Columnist, Arizona Republic @ejmontini
Brewer, Sinatra and Gay Paree! http://t.co/2cf5g7YY

Arizona's new state legislative districts firmly set

azcentral.com — Arizona's new state legislative districts are now firmly set, at least for the 2012 election. The last roadblock was a federal lawsuit filed by a group of Republican voters seeking to halt the new boundaries from ever going into effect.
Alia Rau Senior Legislative Reporter, Arizona Republic @aliarau
New legislative district maps will be used for 2012 races, and deadline to file is May 30: http://t.co/yqU5Upva

Free pizza - if you order in Spanish

azcentral.com — Free pizza - if you order in Spanish, Ordering a pizza in Spanish has suddenly become a cultural hot button. Pizza Patron, a 104-unit, carry-out pizza chain headquartered in Dallas, is raising eyebrows both inside and outside the Latino community with a planned promotion to give away thousands of large pepperoni pizzas on the evening of June 5 to folks who order in Spanish.
Jahna Berry Business Reporter, Arizona Republic @jahnaberry
#AZ water cooler fodder: Order in Spanish = free pizza RT @azdangonzalez: Me gustaria ordenar una pizza por favor. http://t.co/pjlVwiyi

While hunting for a job, seek assistance as well

azcentral.com — Dear J.T. & Dale: I have been out of work since I had a baby in 2009. I have found it extremely hard to find a job. I live with my mother and daughter, and I feel bad that I am unable to contribute to the household.
Jahna Berry Business Reporter, Arizona Republic @jahnaberry
Don't go it alone: Seek help for your #jobsearch http://t.co/2JSeobul resources in #Arizona: @GoodwillAZ @CareerConnected @PHXEconDev

Former ASU center Eric Boateng in mix for British Olympic basketball team

azcentral.com — Luol Deng, Ben Gordon, Eric Boateng. Those three actually go together at least when it comes to figuring out the composition of Great Britain's Olympic men's basketball team. Deng of the Chicago Bulls insists that playing for Britain, where he grew up after moving from his native Sudan, is more important than undergoing wrist surgery for an injury suffered Jan.
Jeff Metcalfe Sports Writer, Arizona Republic @jeffmetcalfe
#LONDON2012 Former #ASU center Boateng in mix for British Olympic basketball team: http://t.co/FxNTuTRr

Phoenix group files petitions to get ballot initiative to ban billboards

azcentral.com — Petitions aimed at banning all new billboards in Phoenix were filed with the city clerk's office Tuesday. Jim Mapstead, longtime billboard foe and leader of Save Phoenix Views, says he turned in more than 33,000 signatures. Save Phoenix Views needs 25,480 valid signatures to qualify for the ballot.
Tim Eigo Editor, Arizona Attorney Magazine @azatty
Petition filed to ban Phoenix billboards http://t.co/m11yMKgi

Arizona becoming a leader on solar

azcentral.com — The word "solar" should be a no-brainer when we think of our state's most powerful and abundant resource -- the sun. With about 300 days of sunshine a year, we should be the leading source of solar energy in the country. On Tuesday, we showed we're on our way.
Gilbert Zermeno Producer and Photojournalist, CBS 5 KPHO Phoenix @Photog5i
RT @ksisolarnews: Arizona becoming a leader on solar http://t.co/HbCHYGvE

Hawaii sends Arizona verification of Obama's birth

azcentral.com — Arizona Secretary of State Ken Bennett said Tuesday night that he has received information from Hawaii that proves President Obama's American birth and satisfies Arizona's requirements for having the president on the upcoming election ballot. Hawaii officials sent Bennett's office verification of birth for President Obama on Tuesday, according to both Bennett and Hawaii officials.
Frank Camacho Anchor and Reporter, KTVK-3TV Phoenix @FCAMACHOAZ
RT @CarmonaForAZ: It's sad that Hawaii needed to send our Secretary of State proof of the President's birth http://t.co/kWqKX9cM Let's d ...
Sean Fitzgerald Sports Reporter, National Post @SeanFitz_Gerald
Dear non-American members of the Phoenix Coyotes: Don't linger in town too long this off-season. They seem crazy there- http://t.co/kJYkoYDC
Yvonne Wingett Maricopa County Government and Politics Reporter, Arizona Republic @yvonnewingett
Hawaii sends Arizona verification of Obama's birth http://t.co/4Ir1Cayc via @azcentral

Ads helping Cardon close gap on Flake

azcentral.com — Ads helping Cardon close gap on Flake, A new poll suggests Republican U.S. Senate candidate Wil Cardon's big-money advertising blitz has helped him gain ground on GOP primary front-runner Jeff Flake, but he still trails by a sizable 22 percentage points with only three months remaining.
Dan Nowicki National Political Reporter, Arizona Republic @dannowicki
Poll suggests @Cardon2012's TV ads have helped cut into @FlakeforSenate's lead in #AZSEN race: http://t.co/AeMSEeWu

ASU baseball players get awards at banquet

azcentral.com — ASU baseball players get awards at banquet, Joey DeMichele, Andrew Aplin, Brady Rodgers and Trevor Williams won major awards Tuesday night at the Arizona State baseball banquet.
Jeff Metcalfe Sports Writer, Arizona Republic @jeffmetcalfe
#ASI baseball players get awards at banquet http://t.co/U5lny0Yl via @azcentral

White supremacist gets 40 years in 2004 Scottsdale bombing

azcentral.com — A federal court judge on Tuesday imposed a 40-year sentence on a White supremacist who was behind a 2004 bombing that seriously injured Scottsdale's diversity director. A jury found Dennis Mahon, 61, guilty in February of conspiracy to damage buildings and property by means of explosives; malicious damage of a building by means of explosives; and distribution of information related to explosives.
Tim Eigo Editor, Arizona Attorney Magazine @azatty
White supremacist sentenced to 40 years in 2004 bombing at a City of Scottsdale diversity office http://t.co/HZrBvDEb
Ofelia Madrid Public Safety Reporter, Arizona Republic @ofeliamadrid
UPDATED: White supremacist gets 40 years in 2004 #Scottsdale bombing http://t.co/suCpUHUZ via @azcentral
Tim Steller Senior Reporter, Arizona Daily Star @senyorreporter
A white supremacist was sentenced to prison today for a pipe-bombing against a city of Scottsdale employee. http://t.co/xZrYGzDY

Man dies after falling at Grand Canyon

azcentral.com — Man dies after falling at Grand Canyon, Park officials say a man died Tuesday after falling over the edge of the Grand Canyon's South Rim.
Esther J. Cepada Freelance Columnist, Washington Post @estherjcepeda
RT @azcentral: Man dies after falling at Grand Canyon: http://t.co/eLmROKs8

To 6/9: Stray Cat Theatre's 'Heddatron' is a bewildering ride

azcentral.com — To 6/9: Stray Cat Theatre's 'Heddatron' is a bewildering ride, "Heddatron," the season finale at Stray Cat Theatre, is one part 21st-century absurdism and one part gonzo literary criticism. The postmodern take on Henrik Ibsen's "Hedda Gabler," with a cast that includes five remote-control robots, runs through June 9 at the Tempe Performing Arts Center.
Tim Eigo Editor, Arizona Attorney Magazine @azatty
RT @KerryLengel: Two new theater reviews: Stray Cat's "Heddatron" http://t.co/kZmH7tlw and iTheatre's "Gruesome Playground Injuries" htt ...