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Transgender student drops challenge against Arizona’s school sports prohibition
Key Points: Attorney Rachel Berg drops lawsuit over Arizona’s transgender sports law Berg believes a blanket ban is illegal, despite Supreme Court ruling Republican lawmakers propose tightening the 2022 law […]
California, Southern states brace for strong El Niño system
Key Points: Western states prepare for strong El Niño weather system National Weather Service predicts 63% chance of “very strong” El Niño El Niño systems could help alleviate drought conditions […]
This Independence Day, keeping our republic starts here in Arizona
Every Fourth of July, Americans gather under fireworks, raise flags, attend parades, and share meals with family and neighbors. These traditions matter. They bring us together across generations. Independence Day […]
Marshall Trimble: A piece of Arizona history
State Historian Marshall Trimble was born and raised in Arizona. He taught Arizona history to school children and college students. He travelled around the state and struck up conversations at […]
Arizona’s story is America’s story — before and after statehood
Key Points: Arizona’s history reflects American history beyond date of statehood Historians urge reflection beyond the nation’s 250th celebration Individual stories shape and inform state and nation’s history Cattle roamed […]
States can’t count on marijuana tax revenue growth
Key Points: Taxing recreational marijuana sales boosted state revenues after legalization Cannabis supply now exceeds demand, driving down prices and tax collections High operating costs and competition from illegal markets […]
Arizona ICE warehouse conversion halted over environmental impact study
Key Points: Federal officials delay converting Surprise warehouse to detention facility Environmental assessment will be conducted to determine suitability of facility Federal officials will conduct “ordinary maintenance” on the warehouse […]
State leaders missed the moment for education
Editor’s note: This commentary utilizes research from the Helios Education Foundation and its associate Education Forward Arizona. Arizona’s future depends on whether the state can educate, prepare and retain the […]
Making every taxpayer dollar count
Mesa was recently named Arizona’s best-run city and ranked among the top 10 best-run large cities in America. That recognition means a lot to us because it measures what residents […]
Arizona’s AI education bill deserves a second chance
This year, Arizona lawmakers correctly took an important first step toward preparing students for a future with artificial intelligence. They shouldn’t let that effort end with a veto. House Bill […]
US Supreme Court to review Arizona’s ‘proof of citizenship’ voter law
Key Points: US Supreme Court to review Arizona’s proof of citizenship law for presidential voter registration Lower court rulings have limited states’ ability to enforce citizenship and residency requirements Arizona’s […]
