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Online lottery sales bring convenience, concern over problem gambling

A private company is now offering lottery tickets through their website and app in Arizona, increasing the state's online gambling options.

Arizona Senator Ruben Gallego presses DHS nominee Kristi Noem on border funding, tribal sovereignty, and deportations

Noem addresses immigration policies, tribal collaboration and deportation priorities in confirmation hearing.

Arizona’s Sonoran Chub at risk as border wall blocks critical streamflow

Threatened fish species faces threats from border infrastructure.

The Buzz: Removing ultra-processed foods from school meals

A bill in the Arizona legislature aims to pull foods with certain ingredients from what public schools serve.

Arizona’s ‘Ag to Urban’ Initiative tackling water shortages and sustainable growth

ADWR’s new program looks to transition water intensive agriculture to low-water-use urban developments amid Colorado River shortages.

Arizona lawmakers push to limit mail ballot drop-off times

The bill seeks to speed up election results but raises concerns about accessibility and safety.

Arizona Senator Ruben Gallego questions Energy Secretary nominee on nuclear and clean energy

Chris Wright discusses small modular reactors, clean energy provisions and Arizona’s energy future during Senate hearing.

Delfeayo Marsalis brings New Orleans jazz to Tucson.

Also on Arizona Spotlight: Three emerging local jazz musicians; and storyteller Jess Losoya shares a story about freedom.

Attorney General Kris Mayes and others ask to defend health access for 'Dreamers'

They want to take up the mantle since they anticipate President-elect Donald Trump's administration will not do so after he takes office on Monday.

Tucson secures $7 million HUD grant to expand affordable housing access

Federal funding will support efforts to remove housing barriers, streamline permits and boost affordable options for Tucson families.

Arizona lawmakers press utility companies on wildfire mitigation and grid resiliency plans

TEP details wildfire prevention strategies and grid upgrades during Arizona Senate Committee hearing.

Governor Katie Hobbs targets school voucher reform and accountability in State of the State Address

Hobbs outlines 2025 plans for housing, childcare, education reform, water security, and public safety.

Pascua Yaqui Tribe breaks ground on culturally significant land for third casino

The new casino is expected to create upwards of 500 new jobs.

Tucson Police Department secures $1.5 million grant to advance sexual assault investigations

The funding will support advanced DNA methods to solve cold cases and prevent backlogs.

WATCH LIVE: Arizona State of the State Address

Governor Katie Hobbs will outline priorities for the year and kick off the 2025 legislative session.

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