The EEOC’s Phoenix office reached a $15 million conciliation with a tech employer after investigators found denial of religious and disability vaccine exemptions; the deal includes payouts and policy changes.

Incumbent Arlene Chin held her Tempe council seat in March voting while two other seats will be decided in a May 19 runoff as county tallies are updated.

Gov. Katie Hobbs announced Power AZ, a $15M program expanding LIHEAP eligibility to more working families; eligible households could receive up to $640.

Arizona's water agency has contracted Sullivan & Cromwell as Colorado River talks stall and lawmakers add money to a litigation fund.

This Saturday Phoenix will host a major No Kings demonstration at the Arizona State Capitol. Organizers and partners are preparing a mid‑afternoon rally and safety plan for downtown.

R. Lamar Whitmer was fired March 20 after a 65-day internal probe that began with his Jan. 14 suspension. The move intensifies an ongoing power struggle at Scottsdale City Hall.

The Lake-led USAGM asked a D.C. appeals court to delay a judge’s order to reinstate hundreds of Voice of America journalists while the agency appeals.

Cartwright’s governing board voted March 18 to dismiss two senior administrators; the employees say the moves were retaliation tied to internal concerns about district finances.

A Phoenix family says concentrated kratom products put their 17‑year‑old in rehab and are urging lawmakers to ban lab‑made 7‑OH extracts sold at convenience stores.

Senate Bill 1424 would require annual, non‑handling firearm-safety instruction for Arizona K‑12 students starting in 2027, drawing mixed reactions from advocates and parents.

The Arizona Senate Education Committee advanced bills on antisemitism, adoption education and parental consent for clubs — prompting teacher protests at the State Capitol.

Phoenix gets its first detailed look at the proposed 2026-27 budget next week, with the City Manager's presentation followed by community hearings. Officials are asking residents to weigh in.

Gov. Katie Hobbs signed a law allowing Arizona retailers to round cash totals to the nearest five cents amid a penny shortage. Stores must post notices at the register; cards and mobile payments are unchanged.