The Trump wall, Brexit and Arizona trade relations: What Mexico’s top diplomat has to say
By Socorro Carrillo | Friday, June 24, 2016
…U.S and Mex. pic.twitter.com/ULotsF7xbU — Socorro Carrillo (@SocoCarr) June 24, 2016 Tell us what Mexico values in its relationship with Arizona and the rest of the U.S. Arizona is our…
Revived Arizona KidsCare to bring affordable health care to 30,000 uninsured
By Socorro Carrillo | Tuesday, July 26, 2016
…of $70 per month. Keogh Health Connection’s Claudia Maldonado navigates the “CoverAZ” website, where users can find information on health services. (Photo by Socorro Carrillo/Cronkite News) In 2010, the program…
Presto! One Arizona woman and the magic of the new sharing economy
By Socorro Carrillo | Tuesday, June 28, 2016
…pad thai and rangoons. She often uses GrubHub to get a meal and rarely cooks. (Photo By Socorro Carrillo/Cronkite News) Contreras’ dependence on on-demand services isn’t cheap. The idea of…
The Real Donald means real business for Faux Donald
By Socorro Carrillo | Wednesday, July 20, 2016
…by Socorro Carrillo/Cronkite News) While Jackman has made him a name for himself as a professional Trump impersonator, he didn’t become Trump overnight. Jackman acted in plays starting in second…
Arizona summit on Zika teaches health officials how to tackle virus
By Socorro Carrillo | Tuesday, May 24, 2016
…Zika together. pic.twitter.com/8bztntagsQ — Socorro Carrillo (@SocoCarr) May 24, 2016 The virus can also be contracted through sexual contact, which has led to growing concerns for pregnant couples and those…
‘Pokemon Go,’ virtual interns and the race for the U.S. senate seat
By Socorro Carrillo | Monday, Aug. 8, 2016
…a new effort and also enthusiasm about my own campaign.” McCain interns work all afternoon making calls and securing support for the senator. (Photo by Socorro Carrillo/Cronkite News) McCain’s campaign…
Federal judge rules on victim compensation in Arpaio civil contempt case
By Socorro Carrillo | Tuesday, May 31, 2016
…#az #sheriffjoe pic.twitter.com/RJltu83DJf — Socorro Carrillo (@SocoCarr) May 31, 2016 After hearing arguments from both sides, Snow ruled that people who were unlawfully detained based on the suspicion they were…
Several Arizona voting stations see short lines for special election
By Socorro Carrillo | Tuesday, May 17, 2016
…Ted Yocum. Election official Ted Yocum expresses his hopes for longevity for the land trust after voting today. (By Socorro Carrillo/Cronkite News) As for the propositions themselves, Yocum hopes that…
Just for kicks: Arizona sneakerheads pay big bucks for elite shoes
By Nate Fain | Tuesday, Aug. 14, 2018
PHOENIX – J Carrillo’s house is covered in sneakers. Some pairs are scattered across the floor, permissible to be kicked out of the way by his girlfriend. Others have been…
Economic concerns rise to the top in borderlands poll
Sunday, July 17, 2016
Jobs, wages and the economy top the concerns of residents along the U.S.-Mexico border. (Photo by Socorro Carrillo/Cronkite News) Economic concerns rise to the top in borderlands poll More border…
Poll: Residents would like easier, faster border crossing
Sunday, July 17, 2016
…the reporting Share your feedback Download the data By Socorro Carrillo | Cronkite News Sunday, July 17, 2016 YUMA — Stars touch every point in the desert sky when the…
Broken AC, no money leave low-income residents facing scorching heat
By Patricio G. Espinoza | Monday, June 26, 2017
PHOENIX – Socorro Carbajal is 76 years old, lives on the limits of Social Security and can’t afford to have her home’s central air conditioning unit repaired. She places wet…