State History
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The most extreme monsoons in Arizona history
Arizona’s monsoon season runs from June to September and often causes widespread devastation. Here are some of the most extreme monsoons in Arizona history.
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Core of who we are: ‘Black Folk Photography’ inspires reflection at Carver Museum
The “Black Folk Photography” exhibit, on display in Phoenix, features the work of folk photographer Joe Schwartz and several historically significant black photographers.
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Why Tohono O’odham Nation’s centuries-old saguaro fruit harvest is experiencing a revival
The saguaro fruit harvest ritual is sacred to the O’odham, and it’s enjoying a renaissance as many seek to protect their traditional way of life.
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11 fascinating things I saw at the Phoenix Hall of Flame Museum
The Phoenix Hall of Flame museum is dedicated to all things firefighting. This fascinating spot features an array of vintage, handmade fire trucks worthy of an art museum. Here are the 11 coolest things inside.
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See the most extreme temperatures in Arizona history
Here are the highest and lowest recorded temperatures in Arizona’s history.
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2 historic Arizona sites make 2025 endangered list
These two Arizona properties made the National Trust for Historic Preservation’s 2025 list of America’s most endangered historic places.
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This Arizona family lived the consequences of the Alien Enemies Act—now they’re watching it again
Members of this Arizona family were part of the 120,000 Japanese Americans held in internment camps during WWII, in accordance with the Alien Enemies Act—the same law President Trump is using to deport Venezuelan migrants suspected to be gang members.
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Trump administration makes major cuts to Native American boarding school research projects
At least $1.6 million in federal funds for projects meant to gather stories of Indigenous children in boarding schools have been slashed due to federal funding cuts under President Donald Trump’s administration.
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The hilarious diner that’s perfect for breaking up your AZ road trip
Hear about Delgadillo’s, the quirky Arizona diner along route 66 that’s the perfect place to get a bite, stretch your legs, and laugh a little.
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Internment camps for Japanese Americans in Arizona relied on same 1798 law Trump invoked for deportations
President Trump’s rare use of the Alien Enemies Act from 1798 has triggered memories of the country’s dark chapter of Japanese internment camps.
