Arizona leaders react to passage of 'Big, Beautiful Bill'

TUCSON, Ariz. (KGUN) — Arizona leaders are speaking out after Congress passed the "One Big Beautiful Bill" — a sweeping piece of legislation that includes major tax reforms, new border security funding, and other key GOP priorities. While...

Big Beautiful Budget bill could negatively impact healthcare in southern Arizona

Arizona State rated as a top-5 offense in EA Sports College Football 26

Arizona State is ranked 14th overall among teams in the EA Sports College Football 26 video game, including fourth on offense. Texas, Penn State, Ohio State and ASU all have offenses with a 91 rating. No other team has at least 90. The Sun Devil...

San Francisco 7, Arizona 2

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Ray throws second career complete game as SF Giants split series in Arizona

PHOENIX — The Giants went into their series finale at Chase Field with a bullpen in need of a breather. Wednesday night’s 6-5 win, 10-inning win required manager Bob Melvin use five relievers: Erik Miller, Spencer Bivens, Randy Rodríguez, Tyler...

Arizona Cardinals Defense Projected for Major Breakout

ARIZONA -- The Arizona Cardinals have a realistic shot at making the postseason in 2025, though a few factors need to fall in their favor. Most notably, defensive additions made over the offseason need to play their part in elevating Arizona's...

Arizona's Weird, Wacky, and Unique Fourth of July Celebrations

The Fourth of July is right around the corner! For most, it's a time to celebrate our independence with barbeques, fireworks, and block parties. A family cheersing at a Fourth of July dinner Credit: Canva For those of us in the Grand Canyon State,...

Arizona AG Mayes decries HUD proposal affecting fair housing laws

Mayes has joined 21 attorneys general in penning a letter opposing the HUD proposal. It was sent to Brian Miller, HUD's acting general counsel for regulations. PHOENIX — Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes says a new proposal from the U.S....

Arizona agencies increase road presence for Fourth of July weekend

PHOENIX (AZFamily) — Law enforcement agencies across Arizona will be stepping up patrols starting Thursday evening, looking for impaired drivers on the holiday weekend. The goal is to prevent roadway tragedies that have affected so many local...

Arizona Humane Society offering $0 adoptions after record-breaking weekend

PHOENIX (AZFamily) — After a record-breaking adoption special, the Arizona Humane Society is inviting families once again to come adopt a furry friend this holiday weekend. To free up kennel space, the organization is hosting another one-day...

Arizona nonprofit holding youth conference to inspire kids to ‘be the change’

GOODYEAR, AZ (AZFamily) — A Valley organization is holding a teen youth conference packed with entertainment, insight and inspiration! The nonprofit Haus of Cheer Mentorship (HOCM) is inviting all teens and their parents to the “Be The Change”...

Arizona Democrats slam US House for passing ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’ now on way to Trump’s desk

PHOENIX — Several Democratic lawmakers representing Arizona in Congress slammed the U.S. House of Representatives for passing a massive budget bill on Thursday. Rep. Yassamin Ansari, who is in her first term representing Arizona’s Congressional...

Kane County Hospital halts ambulance service to Arizona amid wrangling with state officials

KANAB — Kane County Hospital has halted ambulance service to nearby Arizona over apparent difficulties in securing the required permission from Arizona authorities to serve the adjacent state. The turn of events has prompted consternation in the...

Arizona Food Bank warns Republican budget would cause families to go hungry

The Arizona Food Bank Network is sounding the alarm over the new GOP spending package that will cut food stamps and further strain already stretched food banks. The Arizona Food Bank Network and a coalition of advocacy organizations held a press...

Arizona healthcare advocates warn Trump's 'One Big Beautiful Bill' will close hospitals

As Republican leaders in the U.S. House of Representatives try to whip votes in support of a budget package that passed the Senate on Tuesday, Arizona healthcare advocates are warning it will cost the state billions of dollars and result in...

Arizona monsoon 2025: See the dust storms, lightning and rain

Dust blows across the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Community as monsoon storms approach the Valley July 2, 2025.Michael Chow/The RepublicLightning strikes over Tempe during a monsoon thunderstorm on July 2, 2025.Michael Chow/The RepublicLightning...

Arizona Highways Celebrates 100 Years in Publication

Long before the 24/7 news cycle emerged, Arizona Highways served as the lens through which Americans discovered that the nation’s 48th state was more than just cacti and sand. The magazine, created as part of the Arizona Department of...

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Arizona Sports and Tourism Authority awarding record grant to Maricopa County sports programs

The Arizona Sports and Tourism Authority (AZSTA) announced Tuesday that it will distribute a record $6.3 million grant to 36 organizations across Maricopa County that promote youth and amateur sports programs. The grant will fund everything from...

Saving Arizona Blood Drive aims to boost post-holiday supply

TEMPE, Ariz. - As blood donations typically dip during the first week of July, Arizonans are encouraged to donate blood this weekend, with the largest blood drive in the state happening on Sunday. Local perspective: Vitalant, a blood donation...