Arizona AG Kris Mayes warns about synthetic opioids sold as "natural" kratom supplements, often found in retail stores, posing addiction risks. Mayes seeks to strengthen laws to curb sales to minors and improve enforcement.

State Rep. Matt Gress urges a delay in SUSD's school closure decision, advocating for a complete review and legislative action to address property flexibility.

Arizona's Judicial Conduct Commission charged ex-Mesa Judge Schumacher with ethics violations involving inappropriate contact with an employee. A hearing is set for January 8, 2026.

Fountain Hills invites residents to offer invocations at 2026 council meetings, with applications due by December 29, 2025, for a December 30 public drawing.

Arizona's JLAC criticized Governor Hobbs' land management, stating it hampers housing development and school funding, citing canceled leases and stalled applications.

A bipartisan group of senators introduced the More Homes on the Market Act to increase housing availability by updating the capital gains tax exemption for home sellers.

Pinal County Attorney's Office joins ICE's 287(g) program, aiming to target violent criminals regardless of immigration status; critics fear civil rights violations and harm to community trust.

Arizona's Board of Education is taking steps to remove DEI terms from teaching standards, a move led by State Superintendent Tom Horne against ideological language, risking federal funds.

Representative Adelita Grijalva claims she was pepper-sprayed by ICE agents during a protest in Tucson; DHS denies it, stating she was nearby someone sprayed for obstructing law enforcement.

The Arizona Corporation Commission directed the Lava Run Interconnection Project back for further review, citing the need for better community engagement over environmental and local concerns.

Arizona Corporation Commission's Vice Chair Nick Myers sought assurance from TEP that its deal with a new data center to go 100% renewable won't increase costs for other customers.

The Arizona Corporation Commission approved a Tucson Electric Power energy deal with Humphrey's Peak Power to supply a data center, with measures to protect regular customers from associated costs.

The Arizona Corporation Commission cut APS's demand-side management budget for 2024 from $91 million to $40 million, with criticisms on energy efficiency subsidies but support for Virtual Power Plant strategies.