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‘Hands Off Our Budget:’ Progressive groups demand lawmakers prioritize working families over billionaires
Advocates say Arizona’s flat tax is one of the culprits of gutted public services, calling on lawmakers to invest more in housing, education, and healthcare in the state budget.
Eek! 8 bugs and arachnids in Arizona that give us the chills
Arizona has lots of creepy crawlies, including beetles that cause blisters, bugs that suck blood, and wasps that can paralyze their prey.
Is Arizona’s lack of measles cases a fluke, given its low vaccination rate?
Nearly everyone who has contracted measles this year was unvaccinated—and roughly 12% of Arizona children haven’t had the vaccine by the time they start school.
12 places in Arizona that feel otherworldly
From the canyon that gave us our nickname to a lavender farm and chateau in Chandler, here are 12 ethereal places in Arizona.
Your official rock hunting guide to Arizona’s coolest native stones
From state laws and key supplies to the best places to find geo treasure, here’s everything you need to know about rock hunting in Arizona.
‘Over the hump’: Arizona men’s wheelchair basketball team captures national title
The University of Arizona men’s wheelchair basketball team captured a national title after losing championship games in 2023 and 2024.
Healthy Horizons: Vaccine insights from Arizona experts
Arizona’s new “Healthy Horizons” videos feature pediatricians sharing why vaccines matter as childhood immunization rates drop.
For older adults taking medications, summer heat can be especially dangerous
Simply walking from your front door to your mailbox in the summer heat can be dangerous, especially for older adults taking certain medications.
11 things to do in Mesa that are off the beaten path
From strolling the Southwest’s largest rose garden to taking a blacksmithing class, here are 11 things to do in Mesa that are off the beaten path.
2 bills would provide nearly $20 million for communications, equipment to help battle Arizona wildfires
Arizona lawmakers are considering two bills that would enhance fire departments’ ability to communicate with other agencies during wildfires and pay for engines and water tenders that can travel over rugged terrain.
10 best arcades in Arizona
Discover ten of the best arcades in Arizona, from an arcade that only stocks pinball games to massive chains that call Arizona home.
The perfect day in Parker, Arizona: A complete itinerary
Parker, Arizona, has everything you’d want for a quick getaway, including waterfront restaurants, river activities, golf, casinos, and nightlife.
Explainer: Vouchers & poor funding are forcing these Arizona public schools to close
It gets worse: School vouchers don’t just harm public schools—they’ve harmed water and highway projects, too.
The 10 best movies set in Arizona
From action and comedy to thrillers and heartfelt dramas, these 10 movies set in Arizona capture everything there is to love about the Grand Canyon State.
A love letter to the working class, from Gwen Frisbie-Fulton
It started in the back seat of my family’s Jeep Cherokee, the one with the broken AC and vinyl seats that stuck to my thighs in the late summer heat. After school we would wait, all the doors flung open, for my dad to get off work. My mother reading in the front seat,...
Russian manicures in Phoenix: What to know & where to go
Interested in the trendiest new nail treatment? Here’s what you need to know about Russian manicures, including where you can get one in Phoenix.
‘Some people work their butts off and other people get rich’: Gwen Frisbie-Fulton’s view from rural America
My dad raised us to work hard and do good for our families, but he was also going to make damn sure we didn’t step on anyone else along the way.
BREAKING: Democratic US Rep. Raúl Grijalva of Arizona dies at 77
Democratic US Rep. Raúl Grijalva of Arizona was diagnosed with cancer in April 2024. He died Thursday at age 77.
How to spot a local Arizonan (slang, quirks, & more)
With our unique sayings, pronunciation, and idiosyncrasies, it’s easy to spot a local Arizonan.
DEI order jeopardizes NAU science and health program for Native American youths
After President Trump issued executive orders targeting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), the Cultural and Academic Research Experience at NAU has scaled back significantly and is in danger of shutting down.
Federal science grants worth $812M could be caught in Trump’s DEI dragnet at Arizona universities
President Trump’s effort to ban diversity, equity and inclusion programs is squeezing research at Arizona universities in areas with little or no connection to DEI, like wildfire prevention, air pollution, and public health.
Your complete guide to container gardening in Arizona
Spring is almost here! Whether you rent or own, container gardening is a great way to grow your favorite greenery even in the desert scene.
Arizona bill ignores climate change, blames poor air quality on other countries
The legislation is a second proposal this year that falsely ascribes outside nations as leading contributors to Arizona’s high ozone levels.
Arizona universities quietly delete DEI language while trying to navigate Trump rules
Arizona universities are unsure of the future of inclusive initiatives as both the Trump administration and state Legislature threaten funding over diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) practices.
5 ways the Trump tariffs on Mexico and Canada would hit Arizona wallets
The tariffs President Donald Trump has threatened to impose on imports from Mexico and Canada would drive up the price of gas, groceries, and homes in Arizona, economists say.
7 untold stories about the Grand Canyon
Legends, myths, and conspiracies all shroud the Grand Canyon in mystery. These seven lesser-known stories highlight the conundrum of this World Wonder.
Phoenix’s secret mob history: From assassinations to ecstasy rings
We’re unpacking Phoenix’s strong ties to the Mafia to explore an underworld many know little about to this day.
Transforming scraps to soil: Phoenix’s innovative recycling plan
Phoenix partners with Mill to boost food recycling at City Hall with 25 new devices. This initiative aims to cut landfill waste and promote composting.
Date night: Discover the 6 most romantic restaurants in Tucson
Spend some quality time with your significant other at one of these romantic restaurants in Tucson.