Arizona Democrat Ruben Gallego adopts anti-trans, far-right talking points

When Democratic U.S. Sen. Ruben Gallego defeated MAGA hardliner Kari Lake in November, it was seen as a defining victory for progressives. Arizona sent its first Latino U.S. senator to Washington, D.C. — a Marine veteran, the son of immigrants,...

State lawmakers denouncing immigration enforcement tactics, referencing KGUN 9 report on TEP impersonators

TUCSON, Ariz. (KGUN) — KGUN 9 is following up after reporting how Southside neighbors jumped into action when they believed immigration officers were posing as Tucson Electric Power workers. ORIGINAL STORY |Southside neighbors confront TEP...

Bill barring China from owning Arizona land vetoed by governor

Supporters of the legislation argued it was needed to protect Arizona's military assets from foreign espionage. PHOENIX — Legislation attempting to stop the People's Republic of China from owning a substantial interest in Arizona land has been...

Arizona husband tries to visit wife after she was arrested by ICE

An Arizona husband spoke out after trying to visit his wife at the Eloy Detention Center on May 29. Jose Camacho, a Tempe resident, was sent into a panic after his wife, Vilma Villabos, vanished and he didn’t hear from her for weeks. Villabos, who...

Texas moves closer to mandating local immigration enforcement by sheriffs

Texas has maintained a firm stance on immigration enforcement, and a bill now on Gov. Greg Abbott’s desk reinforces that position. The measure, passed by both chambers of the state Legislature, would require most Texas sheriffs to enter into...

Hawaii joins Wisconsin in raising LGBT flag to ring in Pride Month

The Hawaii State Capitol raised its first rainbow flag in Honolulu on Monday to commemorate Pride Month, a holiday surrounding the LGBT community. “In Hawaiʻi, aloha is more than a word — it’s a value that guides how we treat one another, with...

Low-income Phoenix students lose education plans, housing in federal Job Corps cuts

More than 200 low-income students at the Phoenix Job Corps Center got just a few days' notice that their vocational training program is shutting down. Many are losing not only their education plans, but also their housing. This comes amid Trump...

'Chemtrail' conspiracy theories lead to legislation proposed

Sara Cline And Melissa Goldin, The Associated Press - Jun 8, 2025 / 8:47 pm | Story: 555144 Photo: AP Photo/Jeff Chiu, File FILE - A plane flies over Oakland Alameda Coliseum in Oakland, Calif., April 30, 2024. As Louisiana Rep. Kimberly Landry...

Arizona state treasurer surprises family with gifts in honor of ‘529 Day’

PHOENIX (AZFamily) — While parents with young children may not be thinking about college just yet, time flies and expenses can add up fast! That’s why it’s Something Good when a state official gave a surprise gift to a family with a newborn son....

Cal Poly baseball’s magical season ends in loss to Arizona

Cal Poly baseball’s season has come to an end at the hands of the University of Arizona in the Eugene Regional finals, falling 14-0 on Sunday evening. After an extra-innings walk-off win against Utah Valley earlier on Sunday, the Mustangs advanced...

Arizona Among Top 10 States Where Life Expectancy Is In Free Fall

A new study has revealed the U.S. states with the biggest average decrease in life expectancy each year. The research, conducted by longevity experts Omre, analyzed CDC data on ‘life expectancy at birth’ between 2018 and 2021. The average yearly...

New York Times bestselling author to stop in Arizona on book tour for new graphic novel

Marissa Meyer told 12News that she wrote 'We Could Be Magic' for her younger self, and for curvy girls everywhere. PHOENIX — It's always a good time for a graphic novel! New York Times bestselling author Marissa Meyer's latest book, We Could Be...

Employers classified under the Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services industry file 42 H-1B petitions in Arizona throughout 2024

Tammy Meckley, Associate Director, Immigration Records and Identity Services Directorate for USCIS | https://www.dhswatchlist.com/ Tammy Meckley, Associate Director, Immigration Records and Identity Services Directorate for USCIS |...

Boulder attack suspect's visa history fuels criticism of Biden immigration policies

A witness recounts the Boulder, Colorado, terrorist attack. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! The Boulder, Colorado, terror attack suspect’s immigration history underscores national security concerns about immigration policies throughout...

American transgender woman files asylum claim in Canada after Trump’s edict on gender

Open this photo in gallery:Protesters march at the Transgender Day of Visibility rally in New York on March 31, 2025.Kylie Cooper/Reuters An American transgender woman has lodged an asylum claim in Canada, in what her lawyers say is a test case of...

WATCH: Southern Arizona organization offers scholarships to promote higher education

80 arrested in Charleston immigration sting

Charleston County Sheriff Carl Ritchie on Monday announced 80 arrests in a multi-agency sting operation over the weekend at a Ladson nightclub. Among the 80 arrests were two “high level” cartel members, Ritchie said, and one man with an...

Arizona Opera picks new leader for Tucson-born company

Arizona Opera took its search for a new leader international only to find the ideal candidate a few miles from its downtown Phoenix headquarters. The Tucson-born, Phoenix-based company named Brian DeMaris, the artistic director of Arizona State...

South Korean Haenyeo Divers’ Extreme Lifestyle Is Shaping Their Genetics

Often likened to mermaids in media reports and popular culture, South Korea’s famed Haenyeo (“sea women”) spend much of the day underwater, diving without scuba gear to collect abalone, octopus, kelp and other prized seafood. Admired both...

Arizona GOP congressional hopefuls tout deep support of Trump's policies

PHOENIX — Two Republicans vying in Congressional District 7 each say they are firm adherents to the policies of the party's de facto chief, President Donald Trump. Daniel Butierez and Jorge Rivas seek to become the GOP nominee for the special...