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Adelita Grijalva sworn in as the House’s newest member, paving the way for an Epstein files vote
Democrat Adelita Grijalva was sworn in as the newest member of Congress on Wednesday, more than seven weeks after she won a special election in Arizona to fill the House seat last held by her late father.
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Epstein email says Trump ‘knew about the girls,’ but White House says release is a Democratic smear
The sex-offending financier Jeffrey Epstein wrote in a 2019 email to a journalist that Donald Trump “knew about the girls,” according to communications released Wednesday, but the White House quickly accused Democrats of selectively leaking the emails to smear the president.
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Maricopa County changes to Head Start sparks concern for Arizona parents
As Maricopa County shifts from hiring teachers to partnering with local organizations, parents sound the alarm.
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Best counties to raise a family in Arizona
Here are the best Arizona counties to raise a family in, based on factors including cost of living, schools, health care, recreation, and weather.
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The human cost of Yuma’s vegetable empire
Farms in Yuma have shifted from mass-produced field crops to high-value specialty crops. That means more money, more labor, more pesticides and, according to a growing body of research, more adverse health effects among farmworkers.
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Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport sees flight reductions amid government shutdown
Amid the government shutdown, the FAA is reducing flight capacity at 40 major airports, including Phoenix Sky Harbor, to maintain safety.
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Nearly 1 million Arizonans face food insecurity without SNAP payments
SNAP benefits still have not been distributed, even though the Trump administration agreed to partially fund the program by court order.
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Spilsbury concedes to newcomer Taylor in Mesa council recall election
Spilsbury’s recall was widely seen as a litmus test for how much clout Turning Point USA can wield in non-partisan local politics.
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The shutdown is hurting schools whose budgets are mostly federal money
In Chinle, Arizona, financial distress caused by the government shutdown has led to the suspension of after-school programs, including some that students rely on for meals.
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Everything you need to know about living in downtown Phoenix
Thinking about moving to downtown Phoenix? Here’s what to know before you do—from average rent and walkability to the historic landmarks that make the city’s urban core unique.
