Your thermostat should be set at this temperature, Arizona experts say
| March 26, 2026
While your thermostat setting may be a source of debate in your home, experts have stepped in to settle the argument by picking the most efficient temperature for your AC unit to be set to.The next ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ might be in Arizona
| March 26, 2026
Could there be an Alligator Alcatraz in Arizona? Here's the deal.WATCH: Conditions inside ICE detention facilities are a humanitarian concern
| March 26, 2026
US Rep. Adelita Grijalva (D-Ariz) calls the for-profit prisons that house ICE detention facilities across the United States “a humanitarian concern.”28 Arizona events to check out this weekend (March 27-29)
| March 26, 2026
Here are 28 of Arizona's biggest events happening this weekend.Your guide to No Kings protests across Arizona
| March 25, 2026
A series of No Kings protests, marches, and rallies are planned across Arizona on Saturday, March 28.Teachers say they feel politically attacked as education funding hangs in limbo
| March 25, 2026
Vital education funding faces another year without renewal, and state lawmakers can’t agree on a plan to revive or replace it.Representation gap: Nez doubles down on Eli Crane’s votes against constituents’ best interests
| March 25, 2026
In Arizona’s CD2, Jonathan Nez is challenging GOP Rep. Eli Crane over a disconnect from tribal communities.Zillow roundup: Phoenix rentals that caught our eye this week (March 25)
| March 25, 2026
Whether you’re seriously searching or just looking for fun, here are some Phoenix rentals that grabbed our attention on Zillow this week.Deported Arizonan struggles to adjust. ‘I feel like I’m worth nothing’
| March 25, 2026
Ingrid Ayón was deported to Mexico after living nearly her entire life in Cottonwood—and adjusting to her new life with much of her family still in the US was not going well.5 super cool destinations near metro Phoenix to visit this spring
| March 25, 2026
When the desert is acting like an oven, try to float a river, hide in a cave, or pretend you’re at the beach. Here are five places near metro Phoenix where you can cool off.WATCH: Phoenix Union leader says lack of funding is forcing school staff cuts
| March 25, 2026
Anastasia Jimenez, president of the Phoenix Union Classified Employee Association, called out the state's refusal to prioritize sustainable education funding that doesn't result in cuts to support staff.WATCH: ‘This is modern day slavery’: AZ congresswoman details horrific conditions in ICE facility
| March 25, 2026
On March 20, Rep. Yassamin Ansari conducted an ICE facility oversight visit, where she heard from detainees about the conditions at the Florence Correctional Center.
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‘One less good guy’: Readers react to César Chávez sexual assault allegations
| March 24, 2026
The recent allegations of sexual abuse against César Chávez have sent a shockwave through communities. Here's how our readers reacted.Chandler eighth grader wins Arizona Spelling Bee, heads to nationals
| March 23, 2026
Esha Marupudi, a 14-year-old eighth grader at BASIS Chandler, won the Arizona Spelling Bee, successfully defending her title by correctly spelling “penicillate” in the final round.6 famous Western film locations you can still visit in Arizona
| March 20, 2026
From the desert to a theme park, Arizona’s Western film history still stands.Arizona Dreamers fear being abducted by ICE as Trump administration delays DACA renewals
| March 17, 2026
Arizona DACA recipients sound the alarm about their fears of becoming bait for immigration authorities as USCIS fails to process work-permit applications.What was Tucson like in 1776? Presidio gives a glimpse back 250 years
| March 16, 2026
The lives of the people in and around the Tucson Presidio were marked by violence, new beginnings, and hard work.Hey Labubu fans, Pop Mart is opening its 1st Arizona store. What to know
| March 16, 2026
Pop Mart, a global company known for its collectible designer toys and “blind box” figures, is opening its first Arizona store.Arizona small business owner: ‘The ACA has saved my life’
| March 16, 2026
On the 16th anniversary of the Affordable Care Act (ACA), a local Arizona small business owner credits it with keeping him alive.Why Phoenix airport security lines are so bad this spring break
| March 10, 2026
Airports nationwide continue to experience higher-than-normal wait times for security from a combination of spring break travel and a shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security.
