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Jim Nintzel of the Tucson Weekly and Linda Valdez of the Arizona Republic discuss the latest polls on the race for governor and balancing the state budget.

Friday Roundtable

Linda Valdez of the Arizona Republic and Jim Nintzel of the Tucson Weekly talk about the latest polling in the race for governor and Congressional District 8.

Tom Prezelski, a former AZ state Legislator, and Jeff Rogers, Chair of the Pima County Democratic Party, discuss their positions on Proposition 401 on the the Tucson City Charter.

Tucson Charter Change Debate

Jeff Rogers, Chair of the Pima County Democratic Party speaks in favor of Proposition 401 while former AZ state Legislator Tom Prezelski voices the opposition.

Tucson real estate agent Rah Kohli has proposed a fountain for downtown Tucson area based off of the Bellagio in Las Vegas. Kohli believes the proposed fountain could lead to hotels, restaurants, and other attractions.

Bellagio-style Fountains for Downtown Tucson?

Local real estate agent is inspired by Las Vegas attraction and hopes for similar project in Tucson.

Republican Pat Kilburn and Democrats Matt Heinz M.D. and Daniel Patterson, the three candidates for two seats in Arizona House District 29, square off in an interview with Bill Buckmaster.

Three Candidates Vie for Two Seats in AZ District 29

House of Representatives Democratic Reps. Matt Heinz, M.D. and Daniel Patterson face Republican Pat Kilburn in this heavily Democratic district.

In an interview with Bill Buckmaster, Pima County Board of Supervisors' Chair Ramon Valadez discusses the ramifications of Proposition 203, the medical marijuana act, and the proposed recreation facility on the Northwest side of town.

Super Rec-area Planned

Pima County Supervisors Chairman Ramon Valadez says the board has given the green light to move forward with plans for a massive recreation complex on Tucson's northwest side.

Proposition 400

The City of Tucson is asking voters next month to hike the two-cent city sales tax , known as the Business Privilege Tax, by a half-cent to help fund core services.

Republican John Huppenthal and Democrat Penny Kotterman battle it out in the race for Arizona Superintendent of Public Instruction.

The race for Arizona Superintendent of Public Instruction: Republican State Senator John Huppenthal faces former teacher and union activist Penny Kotterman in the race to head up the Arizona Department of Education.

Three of the four candidates for two seats on the Arizona Corporation Commission, Republicans Gary Pierce and Brenda Burns and Democrat David Bradley.

Four candidates for two ACC seats

There is a four-way showdown for two seats on the Arizona Corporation Commission.

Bill Buckmaster interviews the three candidates for Arizona House District 28, Democrats Bruce Wheeler and Steve Farley, and Republican Ken Smalley.

3-Way Race for 2 Seats in AZ House in LD 28

Democratic Representative Steve Farley, the House minority policy leader, and former Tucson City Council member Bruce Wheeler face Republican Ken Smalley.

Bill Buckmaster interviews Republican Al Melvin and Democrat Cheryl Cage, the two candidates for Arizona Senate District 26.

Key Senate Match-Up In LD 26

Republican incumbent Senator Al Melvin is facing a rematch from Democratic challenger Cheryl Cage in Legislative District 26.

Tucson Police Chief Robert Villaseñor discusses the latest crime rates and the possible effects of the proposed half-cent sales tax increase for the Tucson Police Department.

Tucson's Violent Year

The number of homicides in the city of Tucson has soared this year. Tucson Police Chief Roberto Villasenor will discuss the homocide rate and the overall crime rate in the city.

Seeking Safety North of the Border

Wealthy Mexicans are investing time and money in Arizona, concerned about violence in their country.

The four candidates for Arizona Senate District 28, Paula Aboud, Greg Krino, Ted Downing and Dave Ewoldt.

4-Way Battle For Senate In District 28

Four candidates vie for the Senate seat in Arizona Legislative District 28: Democratic Sen. Paul Aboud, Republican Greg Krino and Independents Ted Downing and Dave Ewoldt.