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SpaceX plans rocket launch from California. Viewing guide for Arizona

SpaceX plans rocket launch from California. Viewing guide for Arizona

Arizonans may have a hard time spotting the next SpaceX rocket launch from Vandenberg, but a livestream will still be available. Here's what to know.
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Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs Signs Bill Mandating Labeling for Lab-Grown Meat

Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs Signs Bill Mandating Labeling for Lab-Grown Meat

Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs has signed House Bill 2762 into law, which mandates clear labeling for lab-grown meat products sold within the state. This legislation aims to provide transparency for consumers regarding the origin and production method of their meat. The move follows the FDA's approval of lab-grown meat as safe for consumption, though joint approval from the USDA is still required before these products can be commercially sold to consumers. Arizona joins Colorado and Utah in implementing transparency laws for lab-grown meat, distinguishing itself from states like Mississippi and Texas, which have enacted full bans on the product. This bill is part of a larger package of 264 bills signed by Governor Hobbs, out of a record 2,100 measures presented, covering diverse issues from public safety to distracted driving.
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Arizona Ballot Order Varies by County, Raising Questions of Fairness and Voter Influence

Arizona Ballot Order Varies by County, Raising Questions of Fairness and Voter Influence

The order in which candidates appear on general election ballots in Arizona varies by county, a system determined by the performance of each party's gubernatorial candidate in that specific county during the most recent election. For the upcoming election, ballots in Apache, Coconino, Maricopa, Pima, and Santa Cruz counties will list Democrat Katie Hobbs first, as she won in those counties in 2022. Conversely, residents in the other 10 counties will see Republican Andy Biggs listed first, reflecting Kari Lake's victory there four years prior. This system extends to all other candidates on the ballot within those counties. Democrats previously challenged this system in federal court in 2019, citing research on the 'primacy effect,' which suggests voters tend to favor the first-listed candidate. However, the case was dismissed due to a lack of legal standing.
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President Trump's Data Center Push Divides Congress Amid Local Opposition

President Trump's Data Center Push Divides Congress Amid Local Opposition

President Trump's strong advocacy for data center development is creating a rift within Congress, as local communities express growing anger over the facilities' impact. While President Trump has doubled down on his support, warning that communities blocking data centers would 'end up being backwards and poor,' Democratic lawmakers are pushing for stricter regulations. Representative Yassamin Ansari, D-Ariz., called President Trump's stance 'out of touch' and urged a pause on data center expansion in Arizona to assess long-term impacts on water resources and utility bills. Representative Ro Khanna, D-Calif., proposed a 'Data Center Bill of Rights' to restrict their proximity to residential areas and empower local communities. Republican lawmakers are also divided, with some, like Representative Rich McCormick, R-Ga., highlighting potential economic benefits such as tax revenue and infrastructure improvements, while others, including Representative Ralph Norman, R-S.C., emphasize the importance of state and...
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Injuries take toll as Basha football prepares for No. 2 Liberty

Injuries take toll as Basha football prepares for No. 2 Liberty

Basha High School football had eight starters out against Pinnacle in a 40-7 loss. They next face No. 2 Liberty.
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Arizona Legislature Considers Bill to Prohibit Foreign Adversary Nations from Acquiring State Real Property

Arizona Legislature Considers Bill to Prohibit Foreign Adversary Nations from Acquiring State Real Property

The Arizona Legislature is considering Senate Bill 1683 (SB1683), which aims to prohibit foreign adversary nations or their agents from directly or indirectly purchasing, owning, leasing, or otherwise acquiring a substantial interest in real property within the state. This prohibition extends to various forms of property rights, including options, warrants, rights of first refusal, or future interests that provide a right to acquire real property. The bill also forbids foreign adversary nations or agents from installing, maintaining, or operating certain equipment, such as uncrewed systems, antennas, communications systems, surveillance devices, or sensors, on any real property in Arizona. The legislation is designed to prevent evasion through intermediaries and requires public service corporations, telecommunications providers, critical infrastructure owners, and government agencies to notify the attorney general and corporation commission of suspected violations starting January 1, 2027. The attorney gen...
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Sapphire Gas Solutions Acquires Spectrum LNG Assets, Expanding Southwest Production with Orrick, Herrington Sutcliffe's Counsel

Sapphire Gas Solutions Acquires Spectrum LNG Assets, Expanding Southwest Production with Orrick, Herrington Sutcliffe's Counsel

Sapphire Gas Solutions Acquires Spectrum LNG Assets, Expanding Southwest Production with Orrick, Herrington Sutcliffe's Counsel
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What to watch for in Arizona's school superintendent debate

What to watch for in Arizona's school superintendent debate

Arizona superintendent candidates Kimberly Yee and Teresa Leyba Ruiz face off amid a legal complaint over campaigning.
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Arizona Republicans Question Closing of Probe into Governor Hobbs' Pay-to-Play Allegations

Arizona Republicans Question Closing of Probe into Governor Hobbs' Pay-to-Play Allegations

Arizona Republicans are questioning the closure of an investigation into alleged pay-for-play schemes involving Governor Katie Hobbs and Sunshine Residential Homes. Attorney General Kris Mayes, a Democrat, announced in August that Governor Hobbs would not face criminal charges, concluding that there was no evidence of a "pay-for-play scheme." This decision followed an investigation into whether political donations from Sunshine Residential Homes influenced the state's approval of rate increases for the company. Sunshine Residential Homes donated $200,000 to the Arizona Democratic Party and $100,000 to Governor Hobbs' inauguration fund in 2022, followed by another $100,000 to the Arizona Democratic Party in 2024. After the initial donations, the company's bed-per-day rate increased from $149.99 to $195 in 2023, and then to $234 in 2024, marking a 56% increase from 2019 to 2024. Republicans, including Arizona GOP Chair Sergio Arellano, House Speaker Steve Montenegro, and U.S. Rep. Andy Biggs, argue that the ...
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Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs Vetoes Bill Banning Local Guaranteed Income Programs

Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs Vetoes Bill Banning Local Guaranteed Income Programs

Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs has vetoed a Republican-led bill that aimed to prohibit local governments from enacting guaranteed income programs. This action places Arizona in contrast with other states where Republican lawmakers have successfully banned or challenged such initiatives. For instance, Iowa recently passed legislation prohibiting local governments from creating or maintaining guaranteed income programs, signed into law by Governor Kim Reynolds. Similarly, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton sued Harris County over its guaranteed income program, leading to a freeze by the Texas Supreme Court. In Michigan, House Republicans have demanded an inspection of a taxpayer-funded cash assistance program. Governor Hobbs' veto signals a different approach in Arizona, allowing local jurisdictions the autonomy to explore and implement direct cash payment programs for residents, despite the legal, budgetary, and philosophical concerns raised by GOP lawmakers nationwide.
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Could desalination help offset Arizona's Colorado River water cuts?

Could desalination help offset Arizona's Colorado River water cuts?

As Arizona and other Southwest states look for ways to offset cuts in Colorado River water, experts are looking at desalination as one option.
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Whole Foods Market Recalls Cabricharme Cheese in Seven States Due to Undeclared Egg Allergen

Whole Foods Market Recalls Cabricharme Cheese in Seven States Due to Undeclared Egg Allergen

Whole Foods Market has issued a recall for Cabricharme cheese sold in seven U.S. states. The recall was initiated after the discovery that the product contains undeclared egg lysozyme, a protein derived from egg whites. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has warned that individuals with egg allergies or severe egg sensitivities could experience a serious or potentially life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this cheese. The affected Cabricharme cheese, a soft, creamy Belgian goat cheese made from raw goat's milk, was sold in specialty cheese departments at 18 Whole Foods Market stores across Arizona, California, Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, and Rhode Island. Products included in the recall were cut and wrapped in stores and sold by the pound under Whole Foods Market scale labels, identifiable by PLU codes 57953 (Fromagerie Coop de Mean Cabricharme Raw Milk Aged 60 Days) and 54670 (Belgian Cabricharme), with best-by dates up to and including October 7, 2026. The iss...