TUESDAY: 4 stories to watch in Arizona 1/22/13
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Posted: 01/21/2013
So you can stay ahead of the news, here's a quick look at some of the stories ABC15 will be keeping an eye on Tuesday, January 22.
BOEING 787 INVESTIGATION
Investigators looking into the battery-related problems that have grounded all Boeing 787 aircraft are expected to be in Arizona on Tuesday for component testing. UTC Aerospace Systems, the parent company of Pratt & Whitney Power, the maker of the aircraft's auxiliary power unit controller, would not comment on the investigation other than to say it is supporting the review by Boeing and the Federal Aviation Administration.
MEDICAID EXPANSION RALLY
Arizona Governor Jan Brewer is on the road across the state this week, promoting her proposal to expand the state's Medicaid program. 3 p.m., Yavapai Regional Medical Center, Prescott.
NATIONAL PRAYER SERVICE
The President and the Vice President will participate in the National Prayer Service. 10:30 a.m. EST, National Cathedral, Washington, D.C.
ROE V WADE ANNIVERSARY
Tuesday is the 40th anniversary of the Supreme Court's landmark ruling on the issue of abortion.
Pro-life advocates will hold a rally. 12 p.m., Sandra Day O'Connor U.S. Courthouse, Phoenix.
A "mass for the unborn" will be held at a North Phoenix Catholic church. 6 p.m., St. Joan of Arc Parish, Phoenix.
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