Lawmakers clash over youth program funding and future budget
On the floor Rep. Bob Burns warns money may not survive into next year as the Appropriations Committee debates a $1.5 million youth program plan. Horton counters that officials favor talk over action and notes $1 million would aid Maricopa County teens with summer jobs and education, mostly in Phoenix.
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Tax deadline panic hits East Valley as IRS helps procrastinators
The East Valley faces rush hour deadlines with IRS offices at Tempe and Mesa offering last minute forms and help through Friday. H&R Block extends hours nationwide, Tax Break 94 and Blues Party set for Friday, while accountants report crowded offices and limits on Thursday and Friday appointments. Form No. 4868 and No. 9465 aid extensions and installments, with late filing penalties discussed. Local post offices extend midnight collection to ensure April 15 postmarks.
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Grand jury probes in Arizona murder case as Mustaf misses testimony
Witnesses, all women, filled the Superior Court grand jury room in downtown Phoenix despite Mustafa not appearing Monday. Mustaf’s cousin LeVonnie Wooten was arrested in connection with the murder of Hayes, who was three months pregnant with Mustaf’s child. Hayes telephoned her niece minutes before being killed, saying “Vonnie” was present.
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Lawmakers Seek Compromise on Education Reform Proposal
Lawmakers push to reach a compromise on a lengthy education reform bill including charter schools open enrollment and decentralized districts. The panel began debate Monday night with testimony from school officials and the public as it moves toward possible full Senate and House votes before adjournment.
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