Arizona
Friday, February 14, 2025
How could 15-day review of monuments, public lands affect AZ?
New U.S. Interior Secretary Doug Burgum has issued a 15-day review of all public lands and national monuments that, until now, have been excluded …
Wednesday, February 12, 2025
AARP AZ cautions people about romance scams ahead of Valentine's Day
Valentine's Day is this Friday and AARP Arizona wants to caution Arizonans to be careful with who they are talking to online. The National Retail …
Monday, February 10, 2025
AZ heart attack survivor stresses importance of CPR for Heart Month
February is American Heart Month, and an Arizona heart attack survivor wants more folks to learn CPR - which he said saved his life. Bob Spicer …
Mexican long-nosed bat makes appearance in Arizona
An endangered bat species has been detected in southeastern Arizona. Researchers say the discovery of the Mexican long-nosed bat in the Grand Canyon …
Education advocates respond to possible immigration raids in AZ schools
Arizona's largest high school district has stated it will not voluntarily help the Trump administration with its immigration promises by declaring its…
Report: AZ above national average for degree attainment among adults
Arizona has made notable progress in increasing the number of working-age adults who hold a degree or credential beyond high school. According to …
Nonprofit brings light to tribal lands in Arizona
By Yessenia Funes for Atmos.Broadcast version by Alex Gonzalez for Arizona News Connection reporting for the Solutions Journalism Network-Public News …
Arizona drivers prioritize better fuel economy
Spending less money at the gas pump is important for Arizona drivers, according to a new survey. Chris Harto, senior policy analyst for …
Report: Medicaid plays crucial role in rural Arizona
Rural Arizonans, especially children, are more likely to rely on Medicaid for health coverage compared to people in metro areas, according to a new …
How could President-elect Trump's tax plan affect Arizonans?
A fiscally conservative advocacy group is pushing for the renewal of President-elect Donald Trump's Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. Americans for Prosperity …
AZ sees jump in those interested in running for office post-Election Day
More than 12,000 people around the county have said they're interested in running for office since last year's election. And the share coming from …
AARP Arizona gears up for new legislative session
Monday is the start of Arizona's new legislative session. Advocacy groups such as AARP Arizona are gearing up and say they're ready to work to ensure …