Arizona Government

Arizona Medicaid faces $122 million shortfall, putting health coverage for 60,000 at risk

Pima County could lose more than 5,000 jobs as AHCCCS funding nears deadline

In the middle of a hepatitis outbreak, U.S. shutters the one CDC lab that could help

All 27 scientists at this CDC lab were told their duties were "unnecessary," and now viral outbreak investigations have been halted

Trump plans order to cut funding for NPR and PBS

President Trump is expected to propose rescinding $1.1 billion — two years worth of funding for the Corporation for Public Broadcasting.

Fondomonte asks that AZ AG's lawsuit be dropped in court filing

The Saudi-backed alfalfa farm's answer to a civil complaint seeks an end to the suit and legal fees.

Tucson City Council’s Richard Fimbres announces retirement

A new council member will be appointed to serve until November.

The Buzz: Willcox community members talk about the AMA

People express trepidation and hope about the future of water in northern Cochise County.

Hobbs warns GOP budget fix could gut disability services, Paid Caregiver Program

Governor Hobbs is pushing back on a GOP budget plan she says threatens disability services and cuts paid caregiver hours for thousands of Arizona families.

Trump's coal executive order draws mixed reactions from Navajo Nation leaders

President Donald Trump’s coal order splits Navajo leaders—some see jobs and revenue, others warn of health risks and clinging to a fading industry.

NOAA contracts are being reviewed one by one, throwing the agency into chaos

"Lots of stuff will break," a NOAA staffer said. "It's just a matter of time."

Border Czar addresses Arizona lawmakers

He strongly defended the Trump Administration's actions.

Democrats pushback on Arizona ICE Act

Democrats oppose the Arizona ICE Act, warning it mirrors 287g policies and could lead to racial profiling without improving public safety or stopping drug crime.

The Buzz: Wildfire and home insurance

As wildfires grow in frequency, some homeowners say they are losing their insurance.

As immigration enforcement intensifies, Tucson families are separated

While the Trump administration is ramping up immigration enforcement, families of U.S. citizens in Tucson are among those being split, including one man separated from his wife and son, despite following all the steps to legally stay in the country.

AZ Supreme Court rules "unborn human being" can be used in voter pamphlets when citing law

The Arizona Supreme Court ruled that "unborn human being" can be used in voter pamphlets when quoting the law, despite concerns over partisan implications.

Federal grant cuts hit Pima County Health Department, impacting jobs and services

County officials brace for workforce reductions as major grants are terminated.

Horne seeks proof of privacy law compliance as Ed Dept. pushes schools to disclose gender info to parents

Horne requests proof of privacy law compliance as the U.S. Department of Education urges schools to share students' gender identity changes with parents.

The U.S. already has tariffs on a few sectors. It hasn't gone that great

Trade barriers and import tax protections can lead to unintended consequences.

Gallego putting holds on VA nominees to protest Trump's plans to cut its workforce

The holds — a maneuver used on occasion in the Senate — means that it is impossible for the chamber to move quickly to confirm the nominees and would potentially have to tie up hours or days of floor time to advance each nominee.

Bus fares back in Tucson? Border Czar and RFK Jr. in AZ, State lawmakers working on Arizona ICE Act

The Press Room for April 11, 2025.

The Press Room - April 4, 2025

Adelita Grijalva announces her CD7 run, the Trump Administration revokes student visas, tariffs affecting auto production, and more.

The Press Room - March 7, 2025

Nanos withdraws from Operation Desert Guardian, Trump delays Mexican tariffs, and more.