Arizona AG Kris Mayes' remarks on ICE and "Stand Your Ground" laws sparked calls for her resignation, with critics saying her words could endanger ICE agents. Mayes defended her stance on constitutional rights and legal standards.

Arizona Secretary of State Adrian Fontes called DOJ’s demand for unredacted voter files “blackmail,” and says he’ll fight rather than hand over sensitive data. The dispute sets up a high‑stakes legal battle over voter privacy.

The University of Arizona surpassed $1 billion in research funding in 2024, maintaining its top 20 status among public universities for the seventh year, with diverse projects from space exploration to arid-land farming.

A Tucson man was sentenced to 16 years for sexually abusing a minor under 12, with subsequent lifetime supervised release. The case involved multiple incidents and was pursued by federal and local law enforcement.

Arizona recorded nearly 1,000 whooping cough cases in 2025 as vaccination exemptions rose, prompting warnings from health officials and follow‑up at schools.

Devin Booker left Friday's game in Atlanta after rolling his right ankle; he scored 31 points in 28 minutes and Phoenix awaits medical updates.

Queen Creek Council has appointed Bryan McClure as Vice Mayor, with responsibilities such as leading meetings in the Mayor's absence and representing the town at official events.

Volunteer opportunities at Buckeye Air Fair 2026 are open for various roles, including event setup and overseeing booths.

Firebirds Wood Fired Grill is opening at Union Street in Norterra, bringing hand-cut steaks, weekend prime rib and an Alex's Lemonade tie-in to North Phoenix.

Tucson Pride announced it is canceling the Feb. 21, 2026 festival and will dissolve the organization; organizers say refunds for vendors and sponsors will be issued.

Rep. Leo Biasiucci filed HB 2839 to bar cities from taxing groceries eligible for SNAP and WIC. The move arrives as December CPI shows grocery prices climbing.

A person was robbed and shot in the chest near 83rd Avenue and Cactus Road in Peoria on Wednesday night. Police set up a barricade as investigators searched the area.

The California-based Vallarta chain opened its first Arizona store in Glendale last week and says a second Phoenix-area location is coming. The company plans roughly 10–15 Valley stores as it expands.