National Politics
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More logging and mining near Grand Canyon? Trump plan to repeal Roadless Rule raises alarms
The Trump administration’s push to allow more road construction in national forests has alarmed preservationists in Arizona, who warn the change could lead to logging or more uranium mining near the Grand Canyon.
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Your guide to taking action against Flock cameras in Arizona (Aug. 16-22)
Five Arizona communities have dropped Flock Safety’s license plate cameras, most recently Chandler, which cut off access to all 40 of its cameras during an investigation into possible misuse. Here’s how to take part in the national week of action.
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Democratic Socialist Miranda Lopez poised to join Arizona Legislature
Miranda Lopez is among a growing wave of Democratic Socialist candidates winning over voters across both local and national political races.
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President Trump imposed new tariffs on Canada. Here’s how readers reacted
Here’s what our readers said about President Donald Trump’s new 50% tariffs on Canadian imports.
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New housing law aims to cut red tape and lower costs for Arizona homebuyers
Called the most ambitious housing legislation since the 1980s, the bill lays out more than 40 changes to help in building and buying homes.
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7 news stories and resources for Phoenix renters this week (July 15)
From news about a federal housing bill becoming law to the best US cities for renting, here’s a quick recap of helpful links for Phoenix renters this week.
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Arizona kids are losing SNAP benefits. Here’s what our readers think
The One Big Beautiful Act is having a big effect on SNAP benefits in Arizona. Here’s what our readers think about the fallout.
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ICE to pause Arizona warehouse by months for environmental review
The warehouse was one of several that DHS purchased across the nation under its former head, Kristi Noem, to expand detention space.
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No citizenship ceremonies in Phoenix this Fourth of July. Why not?
The federal government’s break from tradition appears deliberately tied to President Donald Trump’s restrictive immigration policies, critics say.
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What Trump mail ballot order ruling means for Arizona
Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes, a Democrat, welcomed a ruling that leaves the state’s preferred method of voting unchanged.
