Lead Story
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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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Why health insurance is so expensive this year—and what you can do about it
This year’s Obamacare open enrollment period, which started Nov. 1 in most states, is full of uncertainty and confusion for the more than 24 million people who buy health insurance through the federal and state Affordable Care Act marketplaces.
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‘Better than starving’: SNAP recipients to get half ration in November
The Trump administration said it will provide only enough funds to cover half of the nation’s usual monthly SNAP payments—and that much only because a court ordered it to do so.
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SNAP benefits will soon be on hold: Here’s how Arizona communities are stepping up
These Arizona businesses, food banks, and community resources are filling in the gap as SNAP benefits are set to pause on Nov. 1.
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He came to Arizona as a child. Now he’s in ICE detention.
21-year-old Judas Rivera was detained by ICE while on his way to work. Now, he sits in the Eloy Detention Center as his family scrambles to stop his deportation.
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House Speaker says Adelita Grijalva fine without oath, but she’s hamstrung
House Speaker Mike Johnson insisted that Rep.-elect Adelita Grijalva already has all the access of any House member—but she can’t yet vote on the floor or file a bill.
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‘Stop playing games with our lives’: Arizonans urge lawmakers to protect ACA subsidies
As Republicans refuse to extend federal premium tax credits for the Affordable Care Act, Arizonans fear rising costs.
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An Arizona dad made a mistake in his vehicle registration. Then he was snatched by ICE.
Balbino Mayora was arrested by Phoenix police over an issue with his vehicle registration. After a court hearing, ICE agents were waiting outside to apprehend him. Now, he’s being held in the Eloy Detention Center, awaiting his fate.
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University of Arizona rejects Trump education compact
The University of Arizona rejected an offer of preferential funding in exchange for embracing the Trump administration’s political agenda.
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Arizona federal workers launch food bank amid government shutdown
With no end to the government shutdown in sight, Arizona federal workers are launching a food bank to assist those impacted by the loss of pay.
