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protestors at the arizona capitol

Phoenix’s ‘May Day’ protest at the Capitol: What to know

By Morgan FischerMay 1, 2025

Former state Sen. Raquel Terán is organizing a big protest on May 1, a day historically used to advocate for worker rights.

a woman stares into the distance near a body of water

Afghan refugees hoped to bring their families to Arizona. Then came Trump

By Sahara SajjadiApril 30, 2025

Some fled the Taliban. Some aided the U.S. military. Now, a Donald Trump policy prevents their families from joining them.

a kid in spider-man face paint bashes a donald trump pinata

Protesters mark El Día del Niño by bashing Trump and Musk piñatas

By Stephen LemonsApril 29, 2025

The event, which marked the 15th anniversary of Barrio Defense Committees, also featured a march to the 4th Ave. Jail.

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carlos galindo-elvira

Ex-city councilmember says ‘reform must happen’ with Phoenix police

By TJ L'HeureuxApril 23, 2025

Some want the DOJ to rescind its report on Phoenix cops, but ex-councilmember Carlos Galindo-Elvira says change “won’t be denied.”

Ansari, back from El Salvador, vows to keep ‘fighting for due process’

By Morgan FischerApril 22, 2025

The Phoenix lawmaker sought the release of wrongly deported Kilmar Abrego Garcia. She returned empty-handed but emboldened.

Oak Flat, a holy Apache site east of Phoenix, faces rapid sale and destruction

By TJ L'HeureuxApril 18, 2025

The U.S. government said it will move to sell of the copper-rich Arizona site despite a possible Supreme Court intervention.

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yassamin ansari

Ansari to visit El Salvador to urge release of man Trump disappeared

By Morgan FischerApril 16, 2025

The Trump administration mistakenly sent Kilmar Abrego Garcia to a notorious foreign prison but refuses to bring him back.

wendy rogers at trump rally in tempe

Wendy Rogers brags about passing stolen valor bill she blocked

By TJ L'HeureuxApril 16, 2025

State Sen. Wendy Rogers took credit for something she didn’t do. What is that called again?

a young man in a backward hat that says "sharing food is not a crime"

Tempe sued for targeting residents who feed homeless people

By TJ L'HeureuxApril 16, 2025

Tempe has cracked down on advocates who host picnics for unhoused people in city parks. Now, those advocates are suing.

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an aerial view of buckeye arizona

Here’s how much you need to buy a typical home in Arizona

By Morgan FischerApril 15, 2025

According to a new study, the income needed to afford a median-priced house in Arizona has spiked 70% in the last five years.

downtown phoenix at dusk

Map: The neighborhoods where Valley housing costs have jumped most

By Morgan FischerApril 14, 2025

Living in Phoenix remains expensive, especially so in some areas. But it has become a bit more affordable in others.

greg stanton

Worst flight? Stanton jokes it’s one stuck between these GOP lawmakers

By Morgan FischerApril 11, 2025

On a flight home to Phoenix, Democratic Rep. Greg Stanton tweeted a photo making fun of Andy Biggs and David Schweikert.

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GOP state Rep. Walt Blackman stares down fellow Republican Alexander Kolodin.

Lawmaker rips fellow Republican who voted no on stolen valor bill

By TJ L'HeureuxApril 9, 2025

State Rep. Alexander Kolodin cast the only vote against making fake military service claims a crime. It earned him a lecture.

analise ortiz speaks at an outdoor press conference

Arizona Democrats walk out of speech by Trump’s ‘asshole’ border czar

By TJ L'HeureuxApril 8, 2025

Republicans invited Tom Homan, who has led Trump’s mass deportation efforts, to address the Arizona Legislature on Tuesday.

Ruben Gallego

Gallego roasts Homeland Security secretary for assault rifle cosplay

By TJ L'HeureuxApril 8, 2025

Kristi Noem tried to look tough while making a video in Arizona. Instead, she looked like she looked unfit to hold a firearm.

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wendy rogers poses with a watch and gold sneakers

Wendy Rogers really wants Trump to know she likes giving him money

By Morgan FischerApril 8, 2025

Notorious state Sen. Wendy Rogers posted a video bragging about her gold Trump sneakers and her expensive Trump watch.

Thousands protest Trump and Musk at the Arizona Capitol: 38 photos

By Grace MonosApril 5, 2025

The latest demonstration organized by the 50501 movement drew quite the crowd, and several stand-out protest signs.

a person speaks into a megaphone at a protest

Phoenix’s ‘Hands Off’ protest at the Capitol: What to know

By TJ L'HeureuxApril 4, 2025

The latest large-scale protest against Donald Trump and Elon Musk organized by the 50501 movement is set for April 5.

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‘Will not be erased’: Rainbows Festival holds firm amid Trump’s assault

By Morgan FischerApril 3, 2025

Phoenix Pride’s spring festival is among Arizona’s biggest parties. This year, it’s also a bulwark against a hostile president.

A "Welcome to Arizona" sign on the highway

5 Arizona counties where retirement costs have increased the most

By Morgan FischerApril 2, 2025

Arizona is less and less the affordable retirement paradise it used to be.

A phone screen with several icons for social media apps like Facebook, Snapchat, Instagram and X.

8 social media accounts to follow for Arizona politics junkies

By TJ L'HeureuxApril 2, 2025

Like Arizona politics, social media’s an addictive hellscape. If you’re stuck in it, might as well laugh and learn something.

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rodney glassman at a press conference

Glassman, vets slam ‘coward’ lawmaker for blocking Stolen Valor bill

By TJ L'HeureuxApril 1, 2025

Rodney Glassman tore into Arizona Senate President Warren Petersen, his likely primary opponent for attorney general.

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