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Tribal advocates keep up legal pressure for fair political maps; 12-member jury sworn in for Trump's historic criminal trial; Healthcare decision planning important for CT residents; Debt dilemma poll: Hoosiers wrestle with college costs.

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Civil Rights activists say a court ruling could end the right to protest in three southern states, a federal judge lets January 6th lawsuits proceed against former President Trump and police arrest dozens at a Columbia University Gaza protest.

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Rural Wyoming needs more vocational teachers to sustain its workforce pipeline, Ohio environmental advocates fear harm from a proposal to open 40-thousand forest acres to fracking and rural communities build bike trail systems to promote nature, boost the economy.

AZ: Peace/Non-Violence

It's estimated that about 420 children are killed or injured every day in the Gaza Strip, according to the World Health Organization. (Adobe Stock)
Arizonans protest to stop funding Israeli violence against Palestinians

On Monday, Arizonans gathered at the State Capitol to honor the dead in the war between Israel and Hamas, and demand a halt to the killing. Liz …

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Robert M. Pennoyer, now and at age 19, on the U.S.S. Pensacola at Iwo Jima in 1944 (Courtesy: Robert M. Pennoyer)
WWII Veteran: Ignorance, Indifference Greatest Threats to America

NEW YORK – Seventy-four years after he saw the flag raised on Iwo Jima, a World War II veteran has an Independence Day message for America: The …

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Some national security experts argue that capturing excess natural gas rather than wasting it would make the U.S. more energy independent. (Chris Jordan)
National Security Leaders Urge Senate to Uphold BLM Methane Waste Rule

PHOENIX – Leading voices on national security are asking Arizona U.S. Senators John McCain and Jeff Flake to oppose a plan to repeal an Obama-…

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Experts have tips on avoiding conflict at this year's post-election holiday parties. (Dodgerton Skillhause/morguefile)
Bringing Down the Temperature on Political Debates

For many, feelings are still raw after the presidential election, which could make for some difficult conversations during the holidays. So, experts …

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Interfaith Thanksgiving this Sunday. Credit: Rev. David Felton, United Methodist Church
Interfaith Thanksgiving This Sunday Highlights Unity in Face of Terror

PHOENIX - In the wake of the terrorist bombing in Paris, this weekend's Eighth Annual Interfaith Thanksgiving Dinner in Fountain Hills takes on a …

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Gov. Ducey to refugees: Not welcome in Arizona. Credit: AimeeLow/morguefile.com
Groups Protest Gov. Ducey's Request to Halt Refugees to Arizona

PHOENIX - Gov. Doug Ducey's call for a moratorium on refugees entering Arizona in light of the recent terrorist attacks in France is drawing …

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Phoenix-area faith leaders have coalesced around an online petition speaking out against hate demonstrations, following an anti-Muslim rally last weekend in Phoenix. Credit: Jaime Steele.
Religious Leaders Sign Petition for Tolerance After Anti-Muslim Rally

PHOENIX – More than 60 faith leaders representing thousands of Arizonans have signed a new online petition circulated by the Islamic Speakers Bu…

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PHOTO: The thought of housing undocumented children brought people, both supporters and opponents, to the streets of Oracle, Arizona this week. Photo courtesy of Frank Pierson.
Housing Undocumented Children Draws Support, Protest In Arizona Town

ORACLE, Ariz. - Housing undocumented children is causing public displays of both protest and support in communities in the Southwest, including …

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PHOTO: Arizona children can follow Santa's trek across the globe with the North American Aerospace Defense Command’s Santa Tracker.
Smartphone or Online, Arizona Kids Can Track Santa

PHOENIX - Before visions of sugarplums dance in their heads, Arizona children can keep an eye on Old Saint Nick's journey around the globe tonight…

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PHOTO: A majority of Americans may have more in common with these Syrian shepherds than they would assume. Almost 60% of Americans polled last week say they oppose military action in Syria. Photo credit: James Gordon.
Congress Debates Military Strike on Syria

PHOENIX - Congress is debating a possible military strike against the regime in Syria. Supporters say the U.S. has no choice but to punish Syria for …

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PHOTO: Painting of Afghanistan Mountain and Child from
Afghanistan War Turns Eleven: Is It Still Worth the Cost?

PHOENIX, Ariz. - As the Afghanistan War's eleventh anniversary approaches, more people in Arizona and around the nation are questioning the cost…

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Threat of Iran War Hurting Weak U.S. Recovery

PHOENIX - Concerned that Iran may be building nuclear weapons, some in Congress are pressing the United States to bomb Iran's nuclear facilities…

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