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Arizona AG urges Trump administration to halt federal firings in case to be heard Wednesday

Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes is among the Democratic attorneys general in 19 states suing the Trump administration over its mass firing of federal workers.

Fluctuating tariffs causing instability for Arizona produce

The uncertainty of fluctuating tariffs is causing hardship and economic instability for Arizona produce companies, according to small business owners and larger produce companies who recently shared their concerns with Governor Katie Hobbs.

The Press Room - March 7, 2025

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

Arizona bill to protect hunting with dogs fails by narrow house vote, will be reconsidered

Lawmakers narrowly rejected a proposal to safeguard hound hunting while conservationists push for stricter regulations.

The Buzz: Preventing catastrophic wildfires

A look at how wildfires became more intense, and what we're doing to combat it.

Arizona's 15-week abortion ban ruled unenforceable

The ruling comes as conservative lawmakers look toward other paths to restrict abortion.

Pima County reviews $150 million federal grants at risk amid funding freeze

County officials assess potential financial losses, job impacts and budget adjustments.

Court blocks Arizona’s laws requiring proof of citizenship to vote for president

The appeals court on Tuesday upheld a 2023 decision from the U.S. District Court of Arizona.

Forecast predicts slowed but continued job growth in Arizona

State economists predict most sectors and counties will continue to add workers in the coming years.

The Press Room - February 21, 2025

How the Pima County Supervisors are bracing for the possibility of budget cuts.

Arizona governor vetoes bill to speed up counting of election results in the swing state

Democratic Gov. Katie Hobbs on Tuesday vetoed the measure over concerns that it would make it harder for people to vote.

Criminal justice reform groups say new misdemeanor expungement bill is a solid first step

Those with prior convictions face challenges beyond their records with the courts.

The Press Room - February 14, 2025

We review Prop 414, ICE raiding a local restaurant, & the effect of grant freezes on UA.

Lawyers for inmates ask judge to take over health care services in Arizona prisons

They say the Arizona corrections department lacks the leadership to comply with changes ordered by a judge in a 2012 lawsuit over the quality of health care for prisoners.

Arizona AG sues John Deere over right to repair, alleging market monopoly

Case argues Deere’s software locks farmers into costly dealer -only repairs.

Court sets March 19 date for first execution in Arizona in over 2 years

In one of the 2022 executions, the state was criticized for taking too long to insert an IV for lethal injection into a condemned prisoner.

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