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Andy Biggs, Katie Hobbs to field questions, but not from each other, at public safety policy forum

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Andy Biggs, Katie Hobbs to field questions, but not from each other, at public safety policy forum

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The SAFE Alert for Payden Simmons, a nonverbal 23-year-old man who went missing in Phoenix, was canceled Tuesday after he was located. (Photo via Arizona DPS)

SAFE Alert for nonverbal Phoenix 23-year-old man canceled after he was located

Arizona Secretary of State and Democratic gubernatorial candidate Katie Hobbs (R) looks on as Kris Mayes (L), Democratic candidate for Arizona Attorney General, speaks at a press conference calling for abortion rights outside the Evo A. DeConcini U.S. Courthouse on October 7, 2022 in Tucson, Arizona.

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Kris Mayes says Katie Hobbs pay-to-play probe is ‘near the end,’ expects results before election

Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs said she would consider entering into a data-sharing partnership with the federal government to help fight healthcare fraud. (Pexels photo)

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Gov. Katie Hobbs would consider sharing data with federal government to fight healthcare fraud

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Teresa Leyba Ruiz, the Democratic candidate for superintendent of public instruction, discusses her priorities on the AZ Political Podcast.

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Arizona News

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Man suspected of setting wildfire in Washington has criminal record in Arizona

Police said Aaron Farinacci, who has been convicted of felony manslaughter in Arizona, was seen near where the Old Trails Fire started and had matches and a lighter when he was detained.
15 hours ago
Dust advisory issued as high winds make way into Valley

The dust advisory was in place for east and southern parts of Maricopa County until 11:30 p.m.
16 hours ago
California man pleads guilty in ‘phantom hacker’ scheme with Arizona victim

Los Angeles resident Ajay Kumar pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit money laundering on July 28.
16 hours ago
Mesa police officer fatally shoots man carrying ax after domestic violence incident

The man reportedly was seen assaulting his ex-wife and children outside a home near Signal Butte and Elliot roads before he was killed by police.
Aug 3, 2026
AG Kris Mayes files 3rd lawsuit to block Trump tariffs, warns businesses face ‘existential’ threat

AG Kris Mayes says courts have already struck down the tariff agenda twice. She calls the latest rates an illegal tax crushing small business.
Aug 3, 2026
City of Phoenix aims to extend outdoor shelter permit set to expire

The Safe Outdoor Space is located near 19th Avenue and Jefferson Street and allows up to 300 people experiencing homelessness to stay on the site under a shaded structure.

Arizona Sports

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In their words: Boldin, Arians, Peterson and more on Larry Fitzgerald’s HOF career

Larry Fitzgerald and other influential Cardinals sports figures joined Arizona Sports' shows of his Pro Football Hall of…
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What did the Diamondbacks’ NL Wild Card foes do at the trade deadline?

Here is what the Diamondbacks' National League Wild Card competition did before Monday's trade deadline.
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Cardinals to start Carson Beck for Hall of Fame game vs. Panthers

There's still plenty of things to nail down for the rookie, and preseason action should help in Carson…
3 hours ago
Justin Martinez, Jordan Lawlar among Diamondbacks starting rehab assignments on Tuesday

There is a lot going on Tuesday when it comes to the injured Diamondbacks making important strides toward…
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Cardinals name J.P. Shadrick as new play-by-play announcer to replace Dave Pasch

J.P. Shadrick spent the last 14 years with the Jacksonville Jaguars as senior reporter and editor.
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US men’s national team faces Mexico in October friendly at State Farm Stadium

The game come on the heels of the U.S. team’s run to the round of 16 at the…

Arizona Education

Jul 30, 2026
Peoria Unified board member questions quality of training, alleges sex scandal cover-up

Heather Rooks says alleged grooming pattern behaviors by Centennial High School teachers were obvious, but nothing was done.
Jul 29, 2026
Peoria Unified governing board members deny accusations surrounding teacher sex case

Board members say the district did not withhold documents from police or ignore reports of alleged misconduct at Centennial High School.
Jul 29, 2026
Arizona judge rejects Republican effort to block ESA reform ballot initiative; appeal planned

Prop 145, aka the Military Families College Savings and Scholarship Protection Act, was designed by GOP lawmakers to nullify the Protect Education Act.

Arizona Votes

Aug 3, 2026
A coin flip could decide this Arizona council race after two candidates tie at 67 votes

A recount in Gila Bend wraps up this week. The last time an Arizona race ended this way, a town magistrate shuffled a deck of cards.
Jul 31, 2026
Andy Biggs explains why he picked Sine Kerr as his running mate in bid for governor’s seat

“Sine checked every box,” Biggs said, pointing to her policy experience, business background and rural ties as reasons he chose her as his lieutenant governor.
Jul 31, 2026
Andy Biggs picks Sine Kerr as running mate in 1st Arizona election with lieutenant governor

The Republican ticket is now set, but incumbent Gov. Katie Hobbs has not announced her running mate for November's historic election.

Arizona Business

Aug 3, 2026
Work progresses on industrial development near Buc-ee’s in Goodyear

The industrial development's second phase is a three building expansion that will amount to 261,168 square feet.
Aug 3, 2026
Old Town Tortilla Factory closes for good after 30 years in Scottsdale

The restaurant was known for its Southwestern and Mexican fare, house-made flavored tortillas, wide selection of tequila and 1,400-square-foot patio.
Aug 3, 2026
Taiwan to open Phoenix cultural office amid TSMC growth

The office will support Taiwanese residents and companies in Arizona and New Mexico, expand education and trade ties, and connect with TSMC’s growth.

Arizona Water News

Jul 31, 2026
Central Arizona Project president says feds ‘bought the lies’ on Colorado River plan

Terry Goddard says Arizona should be outraged that the plan requires lower basin states to cut water use by 20% while upper basin states face none.
Jul 31, 2026
Gov. Katie Hobbs pushes back on ‘unacceptable’ terms in federal Colorado River proposal

Arizona leaders are disappointed that all of the states that use the river's water aren't being asked to make cuts.
Jul 31, 2026
Arizona, California, Nevada would get less Colorado River water under new federal proposal

The proposed cuts in the Lower Basin states would be the biggest to date and could have huge impacts across cities and farms.

Border and Immigration

Jul 29, 2026
Rep. Adelita Grijalva responds to ICE detaining Tucson woman outside county courthouse

The mother of three was reportedly detained by ICE officers after leaving the courthouse for a misdemeanor noise violation hearing.
Jul 29, 2026
Yassamin Ansari calls for closure of Texas ICE detention center after oversight visit

The Arizona congresswoman visited the Texas ICE facility and called conditions for detained women, children and families "nothing short of horrific."
Jul 16, 2026
FBI investigating shooting at ICE field office in Phoenix

Nobody was injured Tuesday when shots were fired into the exterior of the ERO building on Central Avenue.

Arizona Health

Jul 31, 2026
Arizona joins 22-state lawsuit to block federal insurance rule that would gut ACA protections

The Trump administration's own estimates project the rule will cause two million people to lose insurance coverage in 2027 and five million by 2030.
Jul 30, 2026
Abrazo Arizona Heart Hospital expands capacity to meet Arizona’s growing heart care demand

Further details regarding the timeline and specific square footage of the expansion were not immediately released.
Jul 29, 2026
Maricopa County drives nation-leading West Nile virus outbreak with 47 cases, 5 deaths

Arizona has recorded 61 infections statewide, nearly double last year's pace. Peak mosquito season doesn't arrive until August.

Arizona Technology

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.”
Jul 9, 2026
Salt River Project, the Valley’s largest electricity provider, inks major wind energy deal

Salt River Project is buying 600 megawatts of wind power from Pattern Energy's SunZia project in New Mexico.

United States

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FACT FOCUS: No, you won’t need an ID to shop at city-owned grocery stores in New York City

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's plan to open five city-owned grocery stores is being misrepresented online in…
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Chipotle pulls jalapeños from some restaurants as health officials investigate salmonella outbreak

CHICAGO (AP) — Chipotle Mexican Grill said Tuesday that it had removed jalapeños from some of its restaurants,…
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Mississippi foster care system fails to meet dozens of safety requirements, new report says

Mississippi’s foster care system continues to endanger children under its care at higher rates than a federal court…
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Wisconsin judge rules that paper absentee ballots violate rights of certain disabled people

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Absentee voting in Wisconsin discriminates against disabled voters, a judge ruled Tuesday, siding with…
50 minutes ago
Mississippi lawmakers launch redistricting process after Supreme Court ruling

Lawmakers on Monday took the first steps toward potentially redrawing Mississippi’s legislative, congressional and judicial districts in the…
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10-year-old boy doesn’t remember dramatic rescue by lifeguard from pounding California surf

DALLAS (AP) — A 10-year-old boy rescued by a teen lifeguard from hammering waves off the California coast…

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