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Arizona restaurants named best in US by travelers over the years

Arizona restaurants named best in US by travelers over the years

Tripadvisor snubbed Arizona in its 2026 Best of the Best restaurant rankings for the first time. Here's a look at all the restaurants that won before.
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Arizona's affordable housing problem starts with impact fees | Opinion

Arizona's affordable housing problem starts with impact fees | Opinion

By restricting proportional residential impact fees, Arizona may be making it harder to build the kinds of homes many buyers can afford.
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Summer 2026 Declared Hottest on Record by NOAA

Summer 2026 Declared Hottest on Record by NOAA

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has confirmed that summer 2026 is the hottest on record in the United States, surpassing previous records set in 2021 and 1936. The average temperature across the continental U.S. was 75.6°F (24.2°C), with daytime highs averaging 88.6°F (31.4°C). The southern and western regions experienced the most intense heat, while the Midwest, Great Lakes, and Northeast saw near or slightly above-average temperatures. Arizona endured its second-hottest summer, with an average of 97°F (36.1°C) and 39 days exceeding 110°F (43.3°C). Nearly 60% of the country is also facing drought conditions, exacerbating the heat. NOAA attributes the extreme temperatures to persistent heat domes, drought, and a skewed jet stream pattern that trapped heat across the U.S.
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Pima County Utilizes American Rescue Plan Act Funding to Address COVID-19 Pandemic Aftermath

Pima County Utilizes American Rescue Plan Act Funding to Address COVID-19 Pandemic Aftermath

Pima County, Arizona, is actively deploying funds from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) to tackle pressing community needs that emerged or were exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. These initiatives are strategically focused on several key areas: public health, housing stability, economic recovery, and infrastructure improvements. The county's approach aims to foster long-term resilience, ensure equitable access to essential resources, and ultimately enhance the quality of life for its residents. Specific investments include measures to curb the spread of COVID-19, improve healthcare accessibility, and bolster public health systems. Additionally, ARPA funds are being directed towards housing stability programs, offering rental, utility, and legal assistance, alongside recovery grants designed to help small businesses, non-profits, and industries severely impacted by the pandemic to rebuild and thrive. The county is also allocating funds to expand and modify buildings to better serve community needs and...
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Bought pork? You might be owed money. What to know in Arizona

Bought pork? You might be owed money. What to know in Arizona

If you bought pork products between 2014 and 2018, you could be owed some money from a lawsuit involving several pork producers. Here's what to know.
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Arizona Voters to Consider Proposition 144 Requiring Government-Issued ID for Voting

Arizona Voters to Consider Proposition 144 Requiring Government-Issued ID for Voting

Arizona voters will decide on Proposition 144, a ballot measure that would mandate all voters to present valid government-issued identification to cast a ballot, including for mail-in voting. The proposition also stipulates that ballots must be tabulated at the voter's location on Election Day and reaffirms that only U.S. citizens can register and vote in Arizona elections. If approved, this measure would take effect for elections held on or after January 1, 2028. Supporters, including the Arizona Secretary of State GOP candidate Alex Kolodin and Heritage Action for America, argue that Proposition 144 will safeguard Arizona's elections and ensure vote integrity. Conversely, opponents such as the ACLU of Arizona and the League of Women Voters of Arizona contend that the ID requirement would complicate mail-in voting and create barriers, potentially disenfranchising some voters. This initiative is one of eight statewide ballot proposals Arizona voters will consider.
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Dry, Sunny Weather Returns to Arizona This Weekend

Dry, Sunny Weather Returns to Arizona This Weekend

After a period of heavy rain and thunderstorms that impacted Arizona earlier this week, the state is set to experience a shift in weather conditions. According to azfamily.com, showers and thunderstorms increased across the Valley on Wednesday, with some higher-terrain areas receiving 1 to 2 inches of rain and Valley totals ranging from half an inch to an inch. A Flood Watch was in effect for parts of La Paz and Yuma counties, where training storms repeatedly hit the same locations. The National Weather Service placed the Valley, much of Gila County, and Tucson in a moderate-risk area for excessive rainfall. However, the rain is expected to taper off overnight, and dry, sunny weather is forecasted to return over the weekend. This change in weather will bring relief to residents after days of wet conditions. (Source time: Thu, 17 Sep 2026 13:29:28 GMT)
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Arizona Hit by Record Rainfall During Sept. 16 Storms

Arizona Hit by Record Rainfall During Sept. 16 Storms

Arizona experienced the highest rainfall in the mainland United States during the monsoon storms on September 16, 2026. The state saw an extraordinary 969 billion gallons of rain, with heavy downpours affecting areas such as Gilbert, Mesa, and Phoenix. The storms brought intense lightning, thunder, and flash flooding, causing significant disruptions. In Tucson, the fire department conducted three swift-water rescues in a single night due to the hazardous conditions. The monsoon season, influenced by El Niño, has set new records for rainfall in Arizona, highlighting the intensity of this year's weather patterns.
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Social Golf Concept Pitch. to Open 15 U.S. Locations, Starting in California by Early 2027

Social Golf Concept Pitch. to Open 15 U.S. Locations, Starting in California by Early 2027

Social Golf Concept Pitch. to Open 15 U.S. Locations, Starting in California by Early 2027
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Jon Kyl, influential conservative senator from Arizona, dead at 84

Jon Kyl, influential conservative senator from Arizona, dead at 84

Kyl served four terms in the House of Representatives, three terms in the Senate, and made a four-month Senate comeback after Sen. John McCain died.
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Do clocks fall back this weekend? When daylight saving time ends in 2026

Do clocks fall back this weekend? When daylight saving time ends in 2026

Most Americans will turn their clocks back one hour when daylight saving time ends. Here's when the time change happens and what to know.
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FEMA Reimburses Pima County Nearly $10 Million for Asylum Seeker Services After Advocacy from Senators Kelly and Gallego

FEMA Reimburses Pima County Nearly $10 Million for Asylum Seeker Services After Advocacy from Senators Kelly and Gallego

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has reimbursed Pima County, Arizona, approximately $9.6 million for costs incurred in providing services to legally processed asylum seekers. This includes $6.1 million for fiscal year 2023 and an additional $3.5 million for fiscal year 2024. The reimbursement follows persistent advocacy from Arizona Senators Mark Kelly and Ruben Gallego, who pressed FEMA to fulfill its commitment under the federal Shelter and Services Program (SSP). Pima County and other Arizona non-profit organizations utilized SSP funding to offer short-term emergency services, such as food, shelter, and transportation, to asylum seekers who had been processed by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) during a period of border crisis. These services were crucial in preventing hundreds of thousands of asylum seekers from being released into Arizona border communities without support. The SSP was established by Congress with bipartisan support to provide financial assistance to local gover...