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Golden State Warriors forward Andre Iguodala (9) dunks against the Chicago Bulls during the second half of an NBA basketball game in San Francisco, Friday, Nov. 12, 2021.

Warriors to retire Andre Iguodala's No. 9 jersey

Iguodala was the No. 9 overall pick in the 2004 NBA draft out of Arizona and played in 1,231 career games.

Tax season opens with expanded Direct File tool in Arizona

An expansion of options in the tool now allows more Arizona residents to use it.
This dog was transferred to the Humane Society of Southern Arizona from California, due to the ongoing wildfires and will become available for adoption. For more information contact the HSSA. Monday, Jan. 25, 2027.

Arizona animal shelters open doors to dogs displaced by California wildfires

Humane Society of Southern Arizona and Pima Animal Care Center collaborate to find homes for 70 rescue dogs as adoption fees are waived.
President of Navajo Nation Dr. Buu Nygren in Window Rock, Ariz., on Thursday, Aug. 15, 2024.

Navajo Nation President responds after concern tribal members could be detained by ICE

They fear racial profiling and a lack of adequate IDs could lead to confusion during possible raids.
The Tucson Police Department's main building is located on Stone Avenue south of downtown.

City of Tucson stresses TPD will not enforce immigration law

A media release outlines actions officers cannot or should not do.
Tomatoes on their way north across the U.S.-Mexico border.

Arizona experts warn of devastating impact of Trump’s proposed tariffs on Mexico and Canada

Proposed 25% tariffs on imports could drive up costs for consumers and manufacturers, raising fears of a trade war.
People wait for assistance at a shelter that's part of the Casa Alitas program on March 1, 2024.

Pima County closing centers for asylum seekers

The closures are due to new orders from the Trump Administration.
An unemployment insurance claims office.

AZ unemployment rate goes up, but remains under national number

Joblessness ticked up, but is still under where it was at this time a year ago.
Opponent of the proposed Interstate 11 holds up a sign stating her position on the topic.

Progress on Interstate 11 in AZ on hold after lawsuit deal

A stay in a court case means environmental reports will be re-examined.
Micky Dolenz is the drummer and vocalist of the 1960s rock band, "The Monkees".

Micky Dolenz on what being a Monkee means to him.

Also on Arizona Spotlight: Invisible Theatre's production of "What the Constitution Means to Me"; and how Adiba Nelson's new children's book is a love letter to those seeking representation and a connection to spirituality.
The entrance of the South32 Hermosa mine site, a critical minerals project that looks to source manganese and zinc.

Lawsuit challenges EPA over Hermosa Mine air quality permit in southern Arizona

The Center for Biological Diversity and Patagonia Area Resource Alliance seek to block air permit for critical mineral mine.
Arizona Congressman and Chair of the Subcommittee on Crime and Federal Government Surveillance Andy Biggs speaks during a joint hearing with the Subcommittee on National Security, the Border, and Foreign Affairs about the Biden Administration's actions relating to the U.S. Mexico-border and immigration. August 8, 2023.

Congressman Andy Biggs considers run for Governor in 2026

Biggs has represented metro Phoenix in the U.S. House of Representatives since 2017.

Arizona and nearly two dozen other states sue Trump over birthright citizenship

The suit claims the executive order violates the 14th Amendment

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 questions Governor of South Dakota and nominee for Security of the Department of Homeland Security, Kristi Noem during her confirmation hearing before the Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs on Friday, Jan. 17, 2024.

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.
Left: California Gulch on May 1, 2023. Right: Nov., 27, 2024.

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

Threatened fish species faces threats from border infrastructure.

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