2 bills would provide nearly $20 million for communications, equipment to help battle Arizona wildfires
MUNDS PARK – Arizona lawmakers are considering two bills that will enhance fire departments’ ability to communicate with other agencies during a wildfire and pay for engines and water tenders that can travel over rugged terrain.
‘Disappointed’: Staff, reporters at USC’s Daily Trojan feel the sting of widespread media cuts
Los Angeles — The Daily Trojan, one of USC's major student-led papers, was shockingly defunded in December 2024. The paper's editors, writers and contributors, however, are managing despite the blow. They have been fundraising as one way of pushing through the difficult time.
Mayors push for local control over short-term rentals in northern Arizona
PRESCOTT — Mayors in northern Arizona’s tourist areas are urging state legislators to return control of short-term rental regulations to local cities, citing impacts on housing, community and local resources.
Arizona Legislature, organizations look to expand low income housing for older adults as population grows
PHOENIX – The older adult population in Arizona is growing twice as fast as the state’s general population. With this, state and local entities are looking to expand affordable housing options to meet demand and mitigate the challenges they face.
Apple’s $500B pledge to expand US manufacturing includes chips from massive TSMC Phoenix factory; Trump credits tariff threat
WASHINGTON – Apple’s pledge to spend $500 billion to onshore production means a boost for TSMC’s massive chip factory in Phoenix. President Donald Trump chalked up Apple CEO Tim Cook’s move to Trump’s tariff threat.
5 ways the Trump tariffs on Mexico and Canada would hit Arizona wallets
WASHINGTON – The 25% tariffs that President Donald Trump has threatened on imports from Mexico and Canada would cause pain in Arizona. Prices on fruits and vegetables, gas and housing would rise and tourism – and the tax revenue it brings – could fall.
‘We’re going to support’ small businesses: DA says California’s Prop. 36 should help reduce retail thefts
LOS ANGELES – “I think it's a way of telling the businesses that we are going to do our jobs, and we're going to support you,” says Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman. California’s Prop. 36 allows law enforcement to charge people with felonies for thefts under $950 if that person has two prior theft convictions.
Footprint Center signage removed as Phoenix Suns and Mercury seek new naming rights partner
PHOENIX – The Footprint Center signage has been taken down in light of the arena’s plans for a new naming rights deal. Footprint will remain the Suns and Mercury’s official sustainability partner.
Arizona ranks 5th highest in losses to romance scams
PHOENIX — In Arizona, losses from online romance scams totaled $47 million in 2022 and 2023, according to data from the FBI Internet Crime Complaint Center. The Investor Loss Center ranked Arizona 5th in losses behind California, Florida, Texas and New York.
Baseball’s back: Valley’s Cactus League opens for 78th year of spring training with a few twists
GLENDALE – The Cactus League is ready for its 78th year of spring training. What’s new this season for fans?
Los Angeles small businesses are in ‘recovery’ phase after deadly wildfires, but experts predict many won’t rebuild
LOS ANGELES – Local officials say homeowners and small businesses are in the ‘recovery’ phase after deadly wildfires, but experts predict a large portion won’t rebuild despite government assistance.
Trump’s order to end minting of pennies will save taxpayers millions without much impact on Arizona copper mines
WASHINGTON — Most copper mined in the U.S. comes from Arizona. But President Donald Trump’s surprise announcement that he will halt minting of pennies isn’t likely to make much difference, because nearly all the metal in pennies made since 1982 is zinc – including the 3.2 billion minted last year.
