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Donald Trump wants to deport ‘home-grown’ criminals. Can American citizens be deported?
President Trump has floated the idea of deporting American citizens. Legal experts say it’s illegal—though they’re not sure that would stop him from trying, given his willingness to ignore the courts.

This Arizona family lived the consequences of the Alien Enemies Act—now they’re watching it again
Members of this Arizona family were part of the 120,000 Japanese Americans held in internment camps during WWII, in accordance with the Alien Enemies Act—the same law President Trump is using to deport Venezuelan migrants suspected to be gang members.

Opinion: Secretary Kennedy should release energy assistance funding for families
US Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. recently fired the entire staff that manages the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance...

Eek! 8 bugs and arachnids in Arizona that give us the chills
Arizona has lots of creepy crawlies, including beetles that cause blisters, bugs that suck blood, and wasps that can paralyze their prey.

Trump administration makes major cuts to Native American boarding school research projects
At least $1.6 million in federal funds for projects meant to gather stories of Indigenous children in boarding schools have been slashed due to federal funding cuts under President Donald Trump’s administration.

Arizona governor vetoes bill requiring local officials to help with federal immigration efforts
Democratic Gov. Katie Hobbs vetoed a Republican-backed bill intended to support the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown by requiring local and state officials in Arizona to cooperate with federal enforcement efforts.

Spotlight on NAU: Awards, rankings, and achievements
NAU celebrates national recognition with top rankings and awards in multiple graduate programs, showcasing excellence across academics and student media.
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ASU Powwow bridges generations amid threats of Indigenous cultural erasure
This year’s ASU Powwow attracted students, visitors, and dancers from across the country.

Arizona wine industry facing Trump’s tariff war effects, amid other market struggles
Amid a volatile US tariff war, the Arizona wine and spirits industry is weighing how the ever-changing landscape could affect local businesses and consumers.

Pokémon cards boom post-COVID, with vendors cashing in at Arizona State Card Show
Pokémon cards were on full display at the 2025 Arizona State Card Show. The growing interest in them has made it possible for vendors to make a living selling cards from their favorite hobby.

Arizona museums, libraries could lose $3.8 million in grants from federal cuts
President Trump’s executive order slashing several small federal agencies could cripple key Arizona library and museum programs, wiping out Wi-Fi hotspot lending, literacy efforts, foster family services, and more.

7 traditional Hispanic games
From children’s activities to games for all ages, here are seven traditional games that Hispanic families play.