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.

Ricardo Garcia in a plant nursery with pots on platforms and trees in the background.

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.

Polaris Academy school administrator Aaron Kaczmarek, CEO and co-founder Nathan Palmer and CFO Brad Broyles in the Polaris Academy front office in Mesa

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.

Students receiving lunch in a school cafeteria.

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.

Firefighting gear, including a helmet and jacket, on a red floor with lockers and a fire truck in the background.

‘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.

Maroon sign with "DAILY TROJAN" and a Roman helmet emblem.

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.

A small waterfall with rocks and shrubs, with a cabin-like building in the background.

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.

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company’s $65 billion factory in Phoenix. (Photo courtesy of TSMC)

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.

Entrance of a jewelry store with a security guard seated and promotional signs on the glass doors.