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Judge tosses Arizona abortion restrictions, says state can’t second-guess a woman’s decision
| February 13, 2026
A Maricopa County ruling voids a waiting period for abortions, a telemedicine ban, and limits tied to fetal health diagnoses, finding they improperly inserted the state between patients and their doctors after Prop 139.WATCH: Arizona Republicans double down on anti-LGBTQ bills
| February 13, 2026
Arizona Republicans have pushed anti-LGBTQ bills in the state Legislature for years, but one lawmaker in particular has made it a mission to make life as hard as possible for transgender and nonbinary youth.Trump nominates a hospitality executive to lead the National Park Service
| February 13, 2026
Trump has nominated for director of the National Park Service an executive from a hospitality company that holds extensive contracts with the agency he would lead.Your weekly guide to taking action in Arizona (Feb. 13–18)
| February 12, 2026
A weekly roundup of upcoming Arizona political events, protests, advocacy opportunities, and ways to take action statewide.Is it cheaper to buy or rent in Phoenix in 2026?
| February 12, 2026
If you're deciding whether to buy or rent a home in Phoenix in 2026, you're not alone—what used to be a simple answer has become more complex.Meet the Tucson musicians who performed with Bad Bunny at Super Bowl
| February 12, 2026
Tucson natives Desiree Velasco-Zavala, Julissa Dominguez, and Leah Lopez played alongside musician and immigrant advocate Bad Bunny.Judge temporarily blocks Pentagon from punishing Sen. Mark Kelly
| February 12, 2026
A federal judge agreed to temporarily block the Pentagon from punishing Sen. Mark Kelly for participating in a video that called on troops to resist unlawful orders.19 Arizona events to check out this weekend (Feb. 13-15)
| February 12, 2026
Here are some fun events to check out in Arizona this weekend, including Lunar New Year festivals and the Arizona Gay Rodeo.How Lincoln and Eleanor Ragsdale helped desegregate Phoenix
| February 11, 2026
Dr. Lincoln Ragsdale Sr. was an instrumental member of Phoenix’s community. Here’s how he became one of the city’s pioneers despite an onslaught of racism.Arizona teachers push ballot measure to end school voucher fraud
| February 11, 2026
Voters may decide the fate of Arizona’s controversial universal school vouchers program as an accountability initiative heads for the November ballot.Small and sweet, or feels like a retreat? Phoenix rentals we found this week
| February 11, 2026
Whether you’re seriously searching or just looking for fun, here are some Phoenix rentals that grabbed our attention this week.Protesters force Phoenix City Council session to adjourn early over ICE concerns
| February 11, 2026
Activists criticized the council for failing to hold public comment or create more robust policy to protect Arizonans from ICE.
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Meet the Tucson musicians who performed with Bad Bunny at Super Bowl
| February 12, 2026
Tucson natives Desiree Velasco-Zavala, Julissa Dominguez, and Leah Lopez played alongside musician and immigrant advocate Bad Bunny.How Lincoln and Eleanor Ragsdale helped desegregate Phoenix
| February 11, 2026
Dr. Lincoln Ragsdale Sr. was an instrumental member of Phoenix’s community. Here’s how he became one of the city’s pioneers despite an onslaught of racism.Her mom was detained in the Zipps raids. Now, she’s speaking out
| February 9, 2026
Patricia Gonzalez was one of more than 30 people detained after immigration authorities conducted raids at Zipps Sports Grill locations across the Valley. Now, her daughter is speaking out.Marana voters may get to decide fate of proposed data centers
| February 6, 2026
The No Desert Data Center Coalition, Worker Power, and other local activists garnered thousands of signatures to let Marana residents decide the fate of a proposed data center campus in the town.Arizona sheriff says missing mother of Savannah Guthrie may be victim of a crime
| February 2, 2026
The sheriff said Nancy Guthrie, Savannah's mother, who lived alone, was of sound mind.His family called Phoenix Police for help. An officer killed his dad, instead.
| January 30, 2026
Christian Diaz subdued a home intruder on Jan. 26 only to be shot and killed by Phoenix Police once officers arrived at the scene. Now, his family is demanding justice.Oppose ICE? Here’s how you can take action
| January 29, 2026
Here are some action tools to help stop ICE funding, halt detention expansion, and demand accountability from Congress.Arizonans protest immigration raids at Zipps Sports Grill locations
| January 28, 2026
After Homeland Security officials raided 15 Zipps Sports Grill restaurants across the state, activists gathered at a Phoenix location to oppose immigration crackdowns in Arizona.
