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More than 1 million Arizonans are at high risk of heat at work. Statewide protections are sparse

Construction, agriculture and landscaping workers are at high risk due to heat and sun exposure, according to the federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration. So are delivery and energy sector workers.

Hobbs: 'I've signed way more bills than I’ve vetoed' as she breaks veto record for a 2nd time

Democratic Gov. Katie Hobbs says breaking the state veto record for a second time wasn’t her goal, but she’ll continue to block bills that are bad for Arizona.

Residents near South32 Hermosa Project alarmed by potential groundwater impacts

The mining project could lower well levels by 10 feet and South32’s well agreement raises new concerns.

Construction Progresses on New Iceplex and Sports Complex at Tucson’s Mosaic Quarter

A new home for ice, turf, and year-round play in Tucson.

The Long Road: TUSD faces tough cuts and turns to voters after federal aid ends

With COVID relief gone and state funding lagging behind inflation, TUSD faces possible cuts, unless voters approve a $45 million override this fall.

University of Arizona to open new four-year degree in medical device industry

The new Bachelor of Science in Medical Device Development and Application will start accepting students in spring 2026.

Tucson City Court to Host Warrant Quashing Event

The event is designed to help individuals address warrants in an efficient and timely manner.

Tucson celebrates the Fourth with fireworks downtown and a parade in the pines

From jets over Summerhaven to fireworks on “A” Mountain, Tucson marks Independence Day with high-flying celebrations.

AZ Congressional Republicans vote to pass Trump’s massive spending bill

The “Big Beautiful Bill” passed with a 218-214 on Thursday.

Saying Goodbye to Backyard Swimming Pools

Southern Arizona water departments are providing information for saving money, water and other resources.

Arizona utilities offering payments for thermostat control when power grid strained

On extremely hot days, SRP, APS and TEP can override the settings on some Arizona customers' smart thermostats to turn air conditioners down and reduce strain on the grid.

States sue Trump administration for sharing health data with DHS

The lawsuit, which includes Arizona, seeks to block the Trump administration from using the data for immigration enforcement or "population surveillance."

Focusing on Allergies at the University of Arizona

Doctor addresses topics such as common causes, treatments and research.

Report: U.S. families will see a rise in most costs under Trump immigration policies

The report comes as the Trump administration moves to revoke work permits and legal status for hundreds of thousands of immigrants.

Proposed Arizona settlement recommends more warnings for voters coming off early-voting list

The settlement, which was filed in court Monday and is still subject to final approval, would resolve a longstanding challenge to a 2021 law that eliminated the state’s Permanent Early Voting List.

The Trump administration is building a national citizenship data system

NPR was the first to report on the new tool designed to give state and local election officials an easier way to ensure only citizens are voting.

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