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The Arizona Democrat wants to increase education access, improve teacher retention, protect funding and create new workforce pathways.

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Supreme Court rejects Trump mail ballot restrictions for now ahead of midterms

Supreme Court blocks Trump's mail ballot restrictions ahead of midterms, allowing states to continue sending ballots under existing rules.

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These 7 local restaurant brands are coming to Sky Harbor International Airport

The Phoenix travel hub is bolstering its claim as "America’s Tastiest Airport" with a wide range of new food and drink options at Terminal 4.

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Nation’s largest homebuilder buys last 232 lots at Estrella’s newest village

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Woman running 2,000 miles in 100 days to sound alarm about Colorado River water crisis

Along the way, Mina Guli has been meeting people in communities whose economies rely on the river and listening to their stories.

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Water expected to be restored to Grand Canyon’s South Rim in weeks following flash flood

The National Park Service said crews will be constructing a temporary water intake at Bright Angel Creek to replace the one that was destroyed by the flood.

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Grand Canyon shuts off potable water for visitors at South Rim in conservation effort

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3 arrested after allegedly trespassing at border wall construction site in Arizona

Deputies were called to a restricted construction area along the border for reports regarding multiple protesters trespassing. They were asked to leave by security but refused.

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Rep. Yassamin Ansari says ICE was allowed to ignore detainee limits for a year

Rep. Yassamin Ansari says DHS quietly let ICE facilities exceed capacity and time limits for a year. She found no medical staff during her visit.

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UNESCO is sending an international mission to assess border wall damage in Arizona

UNESCO's decision calls for an international assessment to be conducted to determine harm and disruptions caused by the wall to Arizona's Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument and Cabeza Prieta National Wildlife Refuge.

Sep 9, 2026

Arizona health officials issue orders to preserve timely access to flu and COVID vaccines

Without the orders, some residents might face delays or additional steps when trying to get vaccinated at a pharmacy.

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Tempe developing first-of-its-kind dementia- and age-friendly park within Kiwanis Park

Arizona has the fastest-growing rate of Alzheimer's disease in the United States, and older adults make up 20% of the nation's population, but only 4% of them are park users.

Aug 18, 2026

State’s 1st primary care medical clinic for autism opens in Phoenix

Arizona Autism Family Medicine is located on Arizona Autism Charter Schools' Phoenix campus and part of a partnership between AZACS and Mercy Care. It will be operated by Valle del Sol.

Sep 13, 2026

Sen. Ruben Gallego calls for oversight on AI, says Trump administration ‘not meeting the moment’

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Amkor nearly doubles investment in Peoria advanced packaging facility to $12B

The company prepares for the second phase of construction in the West Valley to meet growing production demand from customers.

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