Arizona drivers saw pump prices rise last week after 10 consecutive weeks of falling, according to AAA Arizona.

Buzz words such as “subsidies” and “loopholes” have been thrown around by politicians for decades. If you’re seeking to impose punitive financial policies, these words are certainly more appealing than terms like “tax” or “penalty.” The Obama Administration is currently pursuing tax increases on the oil and gas industry under the guise of ending accounting loopholes.

The Arizona Department of Environmental Quality has issued an ozone health watch for Tuesday.

American oil producers are in the crosshairs of the Obama Administration once again, this time the president is promising to force the Big 5 oil companies to pay their “fair share.” This begs the question: Who gets to decide who’s not paying enough? Who gets to decide which American taxpayers or businesses need to pay more?

NEW YORK — It's May. Memorial Day and the end of the school year are in sight. Suddenly, you're thinking about a summer vacation. A little advance planning — and some insider tips — can save you a lot of money. Whether you're booking airfare, a car rental or a hotel room, there are questions you should ask first.

East Valley drivers continued to see a drop in pump prices in the last week while the nation's average increased.

The Arizona Department of Environmental Quality has issued an ozone health watch for Friday.

Mesa Fire Station 219 is the first City of Mesa building to be given LEED certification.

So President Obama wants to end so-called “tax loopholes” for American oil and gas companies? Sounds like a good idea, until you learn that what the president is really asking. The “Close the Big Oil Tax Loopholes Act” essentially asks American taxpayers and businesses to shoulder the economic brunt of the Administration’s ambitious green energy objectives.

AAA is urging party-goers to include a safe ride home in their Cinco de Mayo plans. However, should a motorist have too many margaritas and find themselves without safe ride home, AAA will provide a Tipsy Tow. Service will start at 6 p.m. Sunday, May 5, and will run through 6 a.m. Monday, May 6.

It’s May. Memorial Day and the end of the school year are in sight. Suddenly, you’re thinking about a summer vacation. A little advance planning — and some insider tips — can save you a lot of money. Whether you’re booking airfare, a car rental or a hotel room, there are questions you should ask first.

Mesa, Gilbert, Chandler, Tempe, Ahwatukee, Apache Junction and Queen Creek drivers are seeing yet another drop in pump prices, according to AAA Arizona.

The number of hybrid cars in the U.S. will triple by 2015, according to J.D. Power and Associates. This change in demand and technology requires a new skill set from today’s mechanics. The premise is that drivers around the world will continue trading gas guzzling, big-body cars for lighter, more fuel-efficient vehicles that are easier on the pockets and the environment.

The Arizona Department of Environmental Quality has issued an ozone health watch for Wednesday.

WASHINGTON — Americans are more optimistic the job market is healing and will deliver higher pay later this year. That brighter outlook, along with rising home prices, cheaper gasoline and a surging stock market, could offset some of the drag from the recent tax increases and government spending cuts.

Drivers got another break at the pump as prices dropped below $3.50 per gallon in the last week.

Once again, drivers in Mesa, Gilbert, Chandler, Queen Creek and Tempe are paying less at the fuel pump than the previous week, according to AAA Arizona.

Powerful winds raked much of California on Monday, toppling trees, spreading wildfires, causing scattered power outages, whipping up blinding dust storms, and sending waves crashing ashore as a vigorous spring weather system swept through the state on its way across the West.

The Arizona Department of Environmental Quality has issued a PM-10 health watch for Tuesday.

The state Court of Appeals will not order Gov. Jan Brewer to take action to reduce greenhouse gases that are linked to climate change.

WASHINGTON — President Barack Obama is designating five new national monuments, using executive authority to protect historic or ecologically significant sites — including one in Delaware sought by Vice President Joe Biden.

East Valley drivers saw more relief at the pump this week as prices dropped nearly 3 cents.

Boy Scout Troop 653 is having its annual benefit car wash 7 a.m. to noon Saturday at the AM/PM at 2751 University Drive in Mesa.

East Valley drivers paid 2.5 cents less at the pump last week, according to AAA Arizona.