State

Report: Arizona’s crime surge costs state $20.6B in 2022, $7,000 per household

Monday, November 25 by The Center Square

(The Center Square) – While rising crime has numerous impacts on Arizonans, one consequence that is not always front of mind is the cost associated with crime. ... Read More.

Viral quip heightens Arizona gubernatorial primary chatter

Monday, November 25 by The Center Square

(The Center Square)— Arizona Secretary of State Adrian Fontes was pressed on his reported consideration to challenge Gov. Katie Hobbs in the 2026 gubernatorial primary. ... Read More.

Arizona certifies 2024 election

Monday, November 25 by The Center Square

(The Center Square) – Arizona certified the results of the 2024 general election on Monday. ... Read More.

Arizona tourism head resigns after contract raises questions

Friday, November 22 by The Center Square

(The Center Square)— Lisa Urias will resign at the head of Arizona’s tourism office, the governor’s office told The Center Square on Friday morning. ... Read More.

Study: AI and data centers could drive cost of energy up by 70% over 10 years

Thursday, November 21 by The Center Square

(The Center Square) — The average American’s energy bill could increase from 25% to 70% in the next 10 years without intervention from policymakers, according to a new... Read More.

States at odds over Colorado River water cuts ahead of 2026 agreement deadline

Thursday, November 21 by The Center Square

(The Center Square) – With an environmental impact report pending, the seven states who use Colorado River water have been pitted against each other. ... Read More.

Sky Harbor airport receives $75 million total to update utility infrastructure

Thursday, November 21 by The Center Square

(The Center Square) – The Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport continues to receive millions in federal taxpayer dollars for projects. ... Read More.

Sedona firearms law to be updated after lawmakers request review

Thursday, November 21 by The Center Square

(The Center Square) – The City of Sedona is expected to revise its firearms ordinance after lawmakers requested an investigation into its legality. ... Read More.

Arizona inflation reaches lowest rate in two years, driven by ‘housing market paralysis’

Wednesday, November 20 by The Center Square

(The Center Square) – October brought Arizona’s lowest inflation rate in years with the Phoenix metro area inflation rate being 1.56% year-over-year - a decrease from 2.27% in... Read More.