Brandon Gonzalez, who has been living in Arizona since he was a baby, felt he had no choice but to return to Mexico after months of detention and allegedly “degrading” treatment in ICE detention.
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Fighting a health insurance denial? Here are 7 tips to help
To control costs, nearly all health insurers use a system called prior authorization, which requires patients or their providers to seek approval before they can get certain procedures, tests, and prescriptions.
10 Phoenix farms & fall fests offering pumpkins, hayrides & more
The days are shorter and the wind is crisper. This can only mean one thing: It’s time to welcome the fall in Phoenix with hayrides, pumpkin patches, and more.
Without insurance, immigrant patients may face unregulated ‘medical deportation’
Hospitals across the US sometimes return uninsured noncitizen patients in need of long-term care to their countries of origin. Advocates call this “medical deportation.”
20 influential Indigenous Americans you may not know about
Backed by news articles and historical sources, Stacker compiled a list of 20 influential Indigenous Americans you might not know about.
Zero gluten, all flavor: Arizona’s best gluten-free restaurants
Discover the best gluten-free restaurants in Arizona, where locals swear by the flavor and every dish is crafted with care.
Phoenix woman with leukemia has been without medical care in ICE detention for 7 months
US Rep. Yassamin Ansari (D-Ariz.) conducted her second oversight visit of an Arizona ICE detention facility, meeting with her constituent dying without medical care.
Gallego calls Jan. 6 rioter Babbitt a ‘traitor’ in failed bid to block military funeral honors
Sen. Ruben Gallego tried but failed to block military funeral honors for Ashli Babbitt, the Jan. 6 rioter killed by police keeping the mob out of the US House.
2025 Oktoberfest festivals & events across Arizona
From brats and German beer to costume contests and stein-holding competitions, these 2025 Oktoberfest events in Arizona have it all and will transport you to Munich.
ICE detainee dies in Arizona prison; cause of death under investigation
A man in ICE custody died of unknown causes while in an Arizona prison, according to the federal agency.
Sandra Rambler, San Carlos Apache activist, journalist and mother, dies at 69
Sandra Rambler, a longtime San Carlos Apache activist, journalist, and council secretary, died Aug. 20. She was 69.
Trump’s VA abortion ban is a step backwards for Arizona veterans
For two female veterans in Arizona who experienced a career riddled with sexism—an abortion ban for veterans only makes things worse.
Arizona GOP files ethics complaint against Sen. Ortiz for immigration advocacy
Sen. Analise Ortiz has faced criticism from Arizona Republicans over her support for immigrant rights. Now, they’re calling for her expulsion from the state Legislature.
WATCH: How to move without spending a lot of money
Movers, in this economy? If you’ve found yourself needing help moving, here are some tips on asking friends and family for help.
Local artists fight Trump policies through creativity and community
Arizona artists respond to growing ICE raids with community art and fundraising to support their undocumented neighbors.
WATCH: A local Tucson gem where you can get affordable natural foods
Known for its affordable, high-quality drinking water, Aqua Vita in Tucson has become a neighborhood staple. But it’s also stocked with natural foods and everyday essentials.
US deportation flights hit record highs as carriers try to hide the planes, advocates say
Immigrant advocates say airlines are now using dummy call signs for deportation flights and are blocking the planes’ tail numbers from tracking websites.
The Colorado River is in trouble. Some groups want the government to step up
Environmental groups sent a petition to the federal government with a seemingly simple message: Ensure that water from the Colorado River is not wasted.
5 unsung films that dramatize America’s rich labor history
Hollywood studios and independent producers have long depicted the collective efforts of working people to improve their lives and gain a voice in their workplaces and the larger society.
Detained migrant children forced to represent themselves in Tucson court
In Tucson, more than a dozen unrepresented minors were forced to face an immigration judge and fight removal proceedings.
Green spaces are key to combating record heat in marginalized communities
Tens of millions of Americans are navigating major heat waves. More often than not, the heat hits hardest for people of color and low-income residents.
Where to camp on the water in Arizona this fall
Crunching leaves, a roaring fire, and a cozy tent near cooling waters: the perfect way to welcome fall. Make it happen at one of these 11 campgrounds in Arizona.
Leaf-peeping in Arizona: The state’s most scenic spots
Discover the best times and places for leaf-peeping in Arizona, from golden aspens in the mountains to vibrant oaks in the red rocks.
Tucson takes action to protect water after outcry over secretive data center
Until this week, a company with zoning approval in Tucson could have relatively unlimited access to Tucson’s water system, even if it was going to use millions of gallons of water. Now, with the unanimous passage of a new ordinance by the city council, any large water...
DACA recipient targeted by immigration officials
After 25 years in the US with protected legal status, a DACA recipient was racially profiled by immigration officials in Yuma and detained in Florence.
A Grand Canyon mascot is recovered from the rubble. Can Brighty the Burro be restored?
Brighty the Burro, the 600-pound bronze statue, was found charred, his head and body mostly intact at his home at the Grand Canyon Lodge.
FEMA disbands youth council, but students say their climate advocacy won’t stop
An Arizona teen earned a spot on FEMA’s Youth Preparedness Council to fight for climate action. Now, he’s watching the program get dismantled.
Renting a new place in Phoenix? Here’s how to throw a successful moving party
Renting a new place in Phoenix? Here’s how to save some money and throw a moving party.
8 Arizona college traditions students will never forget
Discover some of the wildest, strangest, and most beloved college traditions found across Arizona’s universities.
In a time of rising anti-LGBTQ+ legislation, Phoenix Gay Flag Football League offers refuge
Designed to foster community and inclusion, the Phoenix Gay Flag Football League has grown into one of the largest LGBTQIA+ sports organizations in the Phoenix area.