A journey of survival and love: Venezuelan asylum seeker flees bigotry and perseveres for a new life in the United States
Reydi shares his journey of political persecution in Venezuela, escaping homophobic attacks in Ecuador, treacherous migration through Central America and Mexico, and finally reuniting with his partner in the United States, where they hope to gain asylum.
One year after Dobbs: an abortion provider reflects on low access in the state
A medical director for a family planning clinic in Phoenix recalls the events leading to Arizona's abortion access today.
Quarters bounce: Cities win appeals of Census’ count of group quarters
Over the past year, however, five Arizona cities and towns managed to add 10,000 residents without a moving truck or a packing box in sight.
Arizona’s defunct border wall leaves trail of runaway costs, error-filled invoices and questions about state’s oversight
In its wake, the wall left scars across the southern landscape and cost Arizona taxpayers nearly $200 million.
Navajo Nation’s COVID-19 curfews saddled hundreds with citations, netted no money for police, news investigation finds
he curfew was among the most stringent measures any U.S. tribal or non-tribal government enacted to check the spread of the virus.
Arizona executive order safeguards abortion seekers and providers from prosecution
Only Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes, a Democrat, will be able to oversee abortion-related prosecutions.
Man involved in deadly 2021 Arizona Amtrak train shooting gets 10 years in prison
The man pleaded pleaded guilty to conspiracy to possess with intent to distribute marijuana and two charges related to using and possessing a firearm in relation to drug trafficking.
The Buzz: Revitalizing San Manuel
Residents want to keep the former company town going, and are looking to build community and bring in jobs.
Arizona Republican election official sues Kari Lake for defamation
Maricopa County Recorder Stephen Richer said he's faced “violent vitriol and other dire consequences” because of lies spread by Lake, including death threats and the loss of friendships.
Lawsuit protesting Arizona governor’s refusal to execute prisoner dismissed
Hobbs has vowed to not carry out any death sentences until there is confidence the state can do so without violating the law.
Supreme Court rules against Navajo Nation in Colorado River water rights case
Colorado had argued that siding with the Navajo Nation would undermine existing agreements and disrupt the management of the river.
Navajo Nation declares widespread Medicaid scam in Arizona a public health state of emergency
The declaration allows the tribe to add more personnel, travel resources, medical supplies, funding and other means of support to address the ongoing problem.
Cochise Supervisors look at broadband internet coverage
The majority of the county's rural areas are under-served or unserved.
Court rules Arizona ban on per-signature pay for ballot initiatives constitutional
The seven-member panel unanimously agreed the 2017 law does not violate the First Amendment rights of petition circulators.
"The Neotenic Queen" explores the secrets of desert wildlife, both flora and fauna.
Also on Arizona Spotlight: How the youth group Studio Mariposa is beautifying the border wall; and an uplifting tale of love & survival from "Children of the Holocaust."
