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Does Arizona need to reform its high school sports transfer rules?

Does Arizona need to reform its high school sports transfer rules?

A huge influx of high school football transfers every year raises questions about Arizona sports transfer rules.
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Skip the airport. These 3 Arizona escapes are perfect for Labor Day

Skip the airport. These 3 Arizona escapes are perfect for Labor Day

Traveling this Labor Day weekend? We got you covered. here are three unforgettable getaways to try this year, and things to do in each city.
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'Modify greatly.' Arizona high school teams navigate the extreme heat

'Modify greatly.' Arizona high school teams navigate the extreme heat

Arizona high school football practices have been dictated by weather during one of the hottest Augusts in Valley history.
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Sedona's Chapel of the Holy Cross wasn't always meant for Arizona

Sedona's Chapel of the Holy Cross wasn't always meant for Arizona

The Chapel of the Holy Cross in Sedona is an Arizona icon, but the chapel's founder originally planned to build it somewhere else.
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Arizona can survive Colorado River cuts for now, but will need help

Arizona can survive Colorado River cuts for now, but will need help

Arizona officials were reviewing Nevada's lawsuit over the Colorado River shortage plan, weighing the next step.
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Arizona among lowest in US for kindergarten vaccination rates

Arizona among lowest in US for kindergarten vaccination rates

Only four states in the country had worse kindergarten vaccination rates than Arizona this past school year, a new CDC report says.
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Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs Cleared of Criminal Charges in Alleged Pay-to-Play Scheme

Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs Cleared of Criminal Charges in Alleged Pay-to-Play Scheme

Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs will not face criminal charges following a two-year investigation into allegations of a pay-to-play scheme. State Attorney General Kris Mayes announced on Friday that the investigation found insufficient evidence to support bribery charges. The probe centered on Sunshine Residential Homes, a company that contributed to Governor Hobbs’ inaugural fund and the Arizona Democratic Party. These contributions preceded an increase in the company's state payment rate. Governor Hobbs, a Democrat, has consistently denied any wrongdoing, stating she was not involved in the decision-making process regarding the rate increase. The investigation, which began in June 2024 at the request of Republican state Senator T.J. Shope, involved extensive review of financial records, emails, and interviews.
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Fun day trips from Phoenix to beat the late summer heat

Fun day trips from Phoenix to beat the late summer heat

Yes, it's still hot in Phoenix. Which makes it a great time to hop in the car and take in the sights like a tourist. These are our favorite day trips.
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Copia Power Seeks Rezoning for 3,100-Acre Solar and Data Center Project Near Phoenix

Copia Power Seeks Rezoning for 3,100-Acre Solar and Data Center Project Near Phoenix

Copia Power Seeks Rezoning for 3,100-Acre Solar and Data Center Project Near Phoenix
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Arizona Attorney General Declines to Charge Governor Katie Hobbs in Pay-to-Play Allegations

Arizona Attorney General Declines to Charge Governor Katie Hobbs in Pay-to-Play Allegations

Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes has announced that state prosecutors will not file criminal charges against Governor Katie Hobbs regarding allegations of a pay-to-play scheme. The accusations stemmed from claims that Governor Hobbs provided preferential treatment to Sunshine Residential Homes, a group home company, after it contributed $100,000 to her inaugural celebration and additional funds to the Arizona Democratic Party. The Arizona Republic initially reported that Sunshine Residential Homes and one other company received a 30% payment increase during the 2022-2023 contracting period. Governor Hobbs has denied any wrongdoing, stating she was not involved in the decision to grant the rate increase. Attorney General Mayes, a Democrat like Governor Hobbs, stated that the investigation did not uncover evidence of the necessary quid pro quo to support a bribery charge. However, Mayes noted that the investigation highlighted a need for legislative reform concerning the transparency of political donation...
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Peoria water is safe to drink despite violating EPA standard, city says

Peoria water is safe to drink despite violating EPA standard, city says

Water in south Peoria exceeded EPA standards for chemicals, but officials say there is no immediate health risk to users.
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Arizona Avoids Drastic Colorado River Cuts Under New Federal Water Deal

Arizona Avoids Drastic Colorado River Cuts Under New Federal Water Deal

The federal government has finalized new rules for managing the Colorado River through 2028, preventing Arizona from facing the most severe water cuts in its history. The U.S. Department of the Interior's Record of Decision adopts a water-sharing plan developed collaboratively by Arizona, California, and Nevada, rather than imposing unilateral federal reductions. Under this plan, Arizona will experience a cut of approximately 30% to its overall water allocation from the Colorado River, with the Central Arizona Project (CAP) facing a 50% reduction. This outcome is considered a 'win' by Governor Katie Hobbs compared to earlier proposals that could have seen cuts of up to 77% to CAP's water supply. Despite these cuts, state leaders indicate that residents' access to tap water should not be affected, as cities like Phoenix have been preparing for such reductions for a decade by developing backup water supplies from the Salt and Verde rivers. The plan also mandates Lower Basin states to voluntarily conserve an ...