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Watch 250 days at sea: The USS Abraham Lincoln crisis

250 days at sea: The USS Abraham Lincoln crisis

Watch Sedona rebounds: Disaster relief for local businesses

Sedona rebounds: Disaster relief for local businesses

Watch John Giles on what he brings to the ticket as Gov. Katie Hobbs' running mate

John Giles on what he brings to the ticket as...

Watch Gov. Katie Hobbs and running mate John Giles defend their decision not to debate Andy Biggs, Sine Kerr

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The Arizona Corporation Commission ordered a securities fraudster to pay more than $2.7 million in restitution for committing violations and fraud.

Arizona securities fraudster ordered to pay more than $2.7M in restitution

The Arizona Corporation Commission unanimously approved a joint application Wednesday that creates a process to protect existing energy customers from costs caused by new large-load businesses, such as data centers.

Arizona regulators approve plan to shield rural energy customers from data centers costs

The Arizona Humane Society (AHS) is urging owners to keep their pets up to date on their vaccines year-round as it sees a continuous rise in preventable diseases.

AHS urges owners to get pets year-round vaccinations with preventable diseases on rise

Exclusive: Gov. Katie Hobbs and running mate John Giles explain skipping debate decision, Arizona won't shoulder Colorado River cuts alone

Flock executive says company tech would have solved Nancy Guthrie case

As some Arizona agencies cut ties, Flock says its cameras could have solved Nancy Guthrie case

John Giles on what he brings to the ticket as Gov. Katie Hobbs' running mate

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Arizona News

12 hours ago
Gilbert man arrested on 21 counts of sexual conduct with a minor

The child first disclosed the alleged abuse when she was nine years old, saying that it had been happening for about three years, according to court documents.
14 hours ago
FAA investigates after two American Airlines flights used same call sign at Sky Harbor

Two Flight 2482s, one arriving, one departing, used the same call sign simultaneously. "It could have been disastrous," a controller said.
14 hours ago
National Code Talker Day brings 101-year-old veteran to Phoenix

Thomas H. Begay, one of two living Code Talkers, made the eight-hour drive from the Navajo Nation to Phoenix. "I am so damn proud," he said.
14 hours ago
Maricopa County sheriff calls for felony penalties for misuse of license plate reader data

Sheriff Jerry Sheridan wants state lawmakers to criminalize misuse of license plate reader data as officer abuse cases mount across the Valley.
15 hours ago
Why hasn’t Hobbs met with investigators in AG’s ‘pay-to-play’ probe? Governor responds

The state’s attorney general, a fellow Democrat, is investigating whether the governor influenced a rate increase for a foster care provider.
16 hours ago
Exclusive: Gov. Katie Hobbs, John Giles talk debates, water in wide-ranging interview

The Democratic ticket also addressed a pay-to-play investigation, Colorado River cuts and affordability in an exclusive interview.

Arizona Sports

7 hours ago
Brandon Pfaadt continues to look unhittable, Diamondbacks shut out Braves

Brandon Pfaadt has not allowed an earned run in each of his last four starts, as the Diamondbacks…
9 hours ago
Cardinals rookie OL Chase Bisontis suffers torn MCL

Cardinals offensive lineman Chase Bisontis went down in the first half of Arizona's preseason win over the Las…
9 hours ago
Ketel Marte day-to-day after leaving Diamondbacks-Braves game with knee soreness

Diamondbacks second baseman Ketel Marte took one at-bat before exiting Friday's game against the Braves.
9 hours ago
Will Zac Gallen play a role for the 2026 Diamondbacks again?

Diamondbacks leaders expressed optimism that Zac Gallen will pitch again this season. That and updates on Justin Martinez…
10 hours ago
Dillon Brooks ‘never thought a villain could be a leader,’ but he continues to evolve

After his contract extension, what's Brooks' next goal? It's to bring a championship to Phoenix and earn the…
13 hours ago
Alo-Tupuola has stabilized ASU’s offensive line from center after a year of inconsistency

The ASU offensive line has operated smoothly without any questions about snapping consistency so far in fall camp.

Arizona Education

Aug 13, 2026
Dining hall workers suing ASU over First Amendment right to protest working conditions

Workers gathered outside of Gordon Commons on Thursday to share their thoughts on the issue and call for increased pay and healthcare.
Aug 12, 2026
Arizona ESA accountability proposition must be rewritten to be included on the ballot, judge rules

Judge ruled the measure's wording misleads voters by calling ESAs a 'school voucher program' and omits key provisions on enforcement and oversight.
Aug 11, 2026
Arizona health officials urge heat safety as students return to school

AZDHS says kids should hydrate before school, take shaded breaks and avoid peak heat during recess, sports and outdoor activities.

Arizona Votes

15 hours ago
Why hasn’t Hobbs met with investigators in AG’s ‘pay-to-play’ probe? Governor responds

The state’s attorney general, a fellow Democrat, is investigating whether the governor influenced a rate increase for a foster care provider.
16 hours ago
Exclusive: Gov. Katie Hobbs, John Giles talk debates, water in wide-ranging interview

The Democratic ticket also addressed a pay-to-play investigation, Colorado River cuts and affordability in an exclusive interview.
Aug 13, 2026
AZ Political Podcast: Warren Petersen pitches a ‘non-partisan’ AG’s office

The Senate president says the office should focus on public safety, not politics, and criticizes Kris Mayes' 48 lawsuits against the Trump administration.

Arizona Business

Aug 13, 2026
Waymo expands Phoenix service area by 55 square miles into East Valley

The autonomous ride-hailing service now covers more than 350 square miles across the Valley, with Gilbert, more of Chandler and San Tan Ranch added.
Aug 11, 2026
Walmart announces $250K grant to boost workforce development opportunities in Arizona

The grant is being given to the Center for the Future of Arizona to expand the workforce opportunities offered in the Greater Phoenix area.
Aug 10, 2026
Rival coffee chain questions Salad and Go’s deal with Dutch Bros

An Arkansas-based coffee chain is prepared to challenge Salad and Go's $105M bankruptcy sale of 65 drive-thru locations to Dutch Bros, arguing the deal should go to open auction.

Arizona Water News

Aug 12, 2026
Arizona’s tribal, rural communities will bear the brunt as Colorado River plan fails to stabilize

Water policy expert expects legal challenges and warns Yuma's winter vegetables are at risk as tribal and rural communities face the deepest impacts.
Aug 7, 2026
Arizona congressman warns that unfair Colorado River cuts in his state will harm US

"If you hurt economic development here in Arizona, it doesn't stay in Arizona. It hurts the entire national economy," Rep. Greg Stanton said.
Aug 5, 2026
As the Grand Canyon’s river is drying up a $50 million industry is going with it

Record drought and fewer dam releases have cut Colorado River flows through the Grand Canyon, threatening wildlife and a $50 million boating industry.

Border and Immigration

Aug 10, 2026
Tohono O’odham Nation posts ‘No Trespassing’ signs for border wall crews

The Arizona tribe placed police on alert after learning federal contractors may enter the reservation next weekend.
Aug 6, 2026
Trump renews effort to limit birthright citizenship with scaled-back executive actions

Months after the Supreme Court struck down his first attempt, the president signed two narrower executive actions also targeting birth tourism.
Aug 6, 2026
Arizona demands border payback, requesting nearly $1 billion from federal government

Gov. Hobbs and Arizona sheriffs filed for federal reimbursement of border security costs spent fighting drug trafficking and human smuggling.

Arizona Health

Aug 9, 2026
Barrow Neurological Institute gets $5M Arizona health grant for brain injury drug trial

The grant is for a five-year trial, and Barrow Neurological Institute plans to enroll its first participant in 2027.
Aug 9, 2026
Mayo Clinic in Phoenix again makes U.S. News & World Report list of 20 best hospitals

The Mayo Clinic ranked No. 9 on the national Honor Roll. The hospitals were ranked based on their quality, patient safety and experience.
Aug 5, 2026
Arizona erases more than $1 billion in medical debt for nearly 671,000 residents

Gov. Katie Hobbs partnered with nonprofit Undue Medical Debt to buy and forgive hospital bills using no state funds.

Arizona Technology

Aug 6, 2026
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says Trump admin ‘laser-focused’ on Arizona semiconductors

Along with House Speaker Mike Johnson and Arizona's own Juan Ciscomani, Bessent toured a factory in Casa Grande on Wednesday.
Jul 17, 2026
Phoenix mayor says TSMC’s $265 billion investment is historic on multiple levels

Kate Gallego called the chipmaker's financial commitment in her city the "largest single economic development investment in our country's 250-year history."
Jul 16, 2026
TSMC announces additional $100 billion investment in Arizona operations

Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego celebrated the announcement, calling it “incredible news.”

United States

4 hours ago
Photos show the World’s Ugliest Dog Contest in California

SANTA ROSA, Calif. (AP) — The World’s Ugliest Dog Contest at the Sonoma County Fair in Santa Rosa,…
5 hours ago
What to know about Luigi Mangione’s guilty plea in killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson

NEW YORK (AP) — Luigi Mangione’s guilty plea on Friday to federal stalking-to-kill charges raised immediate questions about…
5 hours ago
Democrats’ early 2028 primary calendar set to prioritize Black and Latino voters, organized labor

AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Democrats' process for picking a 2028 presidential nominee will likely kick off in states…
10 hours ago
6 dead, including suspect, in series of killings in Michigan

MISSAUKEE COUNTY, MICH. (AP) — Five people were killed and a suspect is dead Friday after a series…
10 hours ago
Maryland tax court voids digital ad tax, orders refunds to Apple, Google and Peacock TV

ANNAPOLIS, Md. (AP) — A Maryland state tax court has struck down the state’s first-in-the-nation tax on digital…
10 hours ago
US civil rights agency denies issuing order halting all federal class discrimination complaints

NEW YORK (AP) — A civil rights agency accused of halting a sexual harassment case of behalf female…

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