Trump’s massive global tariffs wiped out trillions in US markets before he hit pause. What did, or could, his trade war achieve?
WASHINGTON – President Donald Trump’s global tariffs wiped out $10 trillion before he hit pause and U.S. markets bounced back somewhat. His stated goals: bargaining leverage, revenue and protection for American industry. Was the pain worth it?
Arizona museums, libraries could lose $3.8 million in grants from federal cuts
PHOENIX – President Donald Trump signed an executive order slashing seven small federal agencies, including the Institute of Museum and Library Services. The future is uncertain for the independent agency that awards impactful grants to museums and libraries.
Trump’s worldwide tariffs jolt markets, wipe out trillions and leave Arizona retirees reeling
WASHINGTON – The stock market lost $3.1 trillion on Thursday as investors recoiled in fear from President Donald Trump's worldwide barrage of tariffs. Retirees’ investments took a major blow and unlike young workers, they don't have decades to wait for the market to bounce back.
Polaris Academy is 1st Arizona school to earn Certified Autism Center designation
MESA – Polaris Academy is the first school in Arizona to be recognized as a Certified Autism Center by the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards. Autism advocates hope it will be the first of many in the state.
Arizona bill aims to ban ultra-processed ingredients in public schools
PHOENIX – An Arizona bill aims to cut ultra-processed ingredients from foods in public schools, but some school officials say a lack of funding and other challenges may hinder schools from carrying out the bill’s mission.
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.
