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Arizona voters support public lands and parks, despite Trump rollbacks
| February 19, 2026
One year into a presidential administration that has prioritized rolling back laws that protect the environment, Arizonans continue to show overwhelming support for conservation and public lands, according to a new poll.Your weekly guide to taking action in Arizona (Feb. 20–26)
| February 19, 2026
A weekly roundup of Arizona political events, protests, advocacy opportunities, and ways to take action statewide from Friday, Feb. 20, through Thursday, Feb. 26. Want to get involved this week? You can attend ICE Out rallies in Surprise, Tempe, and Bullhead City, advocate at the State Capitol, join voter registration phone banks, and participate in […]How to get discounted tickets to Arizona Renaissance Festival 2026
| February 19, 2026
The 2026 Arizona Renaissance Festival runs every Saturday and Sunday through March 29. Here's how to find discounts to this year's fair.Window shopping: Interesting rental listings we found in Phoenix this week (Feb. 18)
| February 19, 2026
Whether you’re seriously searching or just looking for fun, here are some Phoenix rentals that grabbed our attention this week.17 Arizona events to check out this weekend (Feb. 20-22)
| February 19, 2026
Here are some fun events happening in Arizona this weekend, including a rodeo, a wedding expo, and a music festival.I spent a year living in a nightmare Phoenix apartment. Here’s what I learned
| February 18, 2026
My time living in a nightmare Phoenix apartment—complete with cockroaches and disruptive neighbors—taught me the true cost of staying put.Arizona Republicans push for ICE at polling locations
| February 18, 2026
New legislation would force county recorders and county boards of supervisors to work with federal agencies to deploy immigration officials at voting locations across Arizona.Where to find the most scenic dispersed camping in Arizona
| February 18, 2026
Boondocking, free camping, or dispersed camping in Arizona is a great way to experience freedom—and unbeatable views—on a budget.Here’s what readers think about tightening school voucher rules
| February 17, 2026
Some Arizona teachers and public school advocates are pushing for a ballot measure to increase accountability for school vouchers. Here's what readers think about it.Tempe passes ordinance requiring bars to offer drink spiking test kits
| February 17, 2026
A new Tempe ordinance requires bars and restaurants serving alcohol after midnight to carry drink spiking test kits.These Arizona cities have the most residents from out of town
| February 17, 2026
How many people who live in Arizona are actually from here? And which cities have the most out-of-towners? Here are the numbers.Arizona Republicans in Congress vote for bill that would make it harder to vote
| February 17, 2026
The SAVE that would require US citizens to show birth certificates or passports when registering to vote, even though tens of millions of Americans lack access to those documents.
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Arizona Republicans push for ICE at polling locations
| February 18, 2026
New legislation would force county recorders and county boards of supervisors to work with federal agencies to deploy immigration officials at voting locations across Arizona.Arizona Republicans in Congress vote for bill that would make it harder to vote
| February 17, 2026
The SAVE that would require US citizens to show birth certificates or passports when registering to vote, even though tens of millions of Americans lack access to those documents.A Walmart backpack may be the biggest clue in Nancy Guthrie’s disappearance
| February 17, 2026
The FBI released surveillance videos of a person with a backpack who was wearing a ski mask, long pants, a jacket and gloves in the Nancy Guthrie case.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.
