Pro-illegal immigration activists operations are nonprofits finance by the wealthiest leftist donors in the nation. These nonprofits have similar goals: opening the border, abolishing immigration enforcement, and granting citizenship to illegal immigrants. azfreenews.com/2025/03/the-l…

Arizona lawmakers hosted Joby Aviation at Deer Valley Airport for a demo of its autonomous J208 aircraft as part of the Electric Skies tour. The event builds on recent legislative efforts to expand advanced air mobility, with lawmakers aiming to position Arizona as a national leader. azfreenews.com/2026/09/arizo…

Phoenix has replaced Cesar Chavez Day with Farmworkers Day after new abuse allegations surfaced against Chavez. City leaders say the new holiday honors the broader farmworker movement. The city is also renaming public sites, following the state’s repeal of Chavez Day earlier this year. azfreenews.com/2026/09/phoen…

A new @CSInstituteAZ Chamber analysis estimates that 2026 legislative proposals could have imposed over $31B in annual costs and reduced employment by 424,000 jobs if enacted. The report highlights major projected impacts from labor, tax, energy, and regulatory measures. azfreenews.com/2026/09/repor…

National Federation of Independent Business August report shows small business optimism dipped to 98.7 as owners cited weaker sales, inflation pressures, and hiring challenges. Arizona leaders say uncertainty remains high, even as tax conformity efforts aim to reduce obstacles for future investment. azfreenews.com/2026/09/small…

Tucson and Pima County will use nearly $1M in Housing and Urban Development funds to revive Emergency Eviction Legal Services, offering legal help and limited financial aid to up to 250 households. The program replaces exhausted pandemic relief funds as local governments expand eviction‑prevention efforts. azfreenews.com/2026/09/pima-…

The U.S. national debt has surpassed $40T, rising $2.6T in the past year and averaging $7.35B per day. Interest costs continue climbing as more debt matures, with CBO projecting net interest to reach nearly 15% of federal spending by 2028. azfreenews.com/2026/09/u-s-n…

OPINION: A new MIT report says most clean‑energy growth projected under prior federal policies is still likely despite Trump‑era rollbacks, though other studies show major delays and cancellations of wind and solar projects. Analysts note global demand for reliable energy continues to favor fossil fuels. azfreenews.com/2026/09/bonne…

A new complaint alleges AG @krismayes accepted a $500 party donation before becoming the Democratic nominee, violating state law. The filing cites past refund issues and urges quicker action from the secretary of state. Mayes faces multiple complaints this cycle. azfreenews.com/2026/09/new-c…

A new report on Phoenix‑area housing says institutional investors have intensified supply challenges and endorses Rep. @realnickkupper HB 2325 to limit large buyers. It also highlights federal restrictions taking effect this year and Arizona’s split congressional vote on the measure. azfreenews.com/2026/09/new-r…

A review of Will of the People PAC shows it launched the same day DOJ announced the 2022 arrest tied to a threat against then‑Secretary @katiehobbs. The PAC and its nonprofit arm have raised about $11M from national unions and progressive groups while opposing numerous GOP‑led ballot measures. azfreenews.com/2026/09/gov-h…

A virtual town hall featuring AZ‑06 candidate @Mendoza4AZ and hosted by MomsRising PAC’s CareWins program was canceled after media inquiries. The group has long backed reducing police funding, while Mendoza maintains she supports intentional law‑enforcement funding, not defunding. azfreenews.com/2026/09/joann…

Arizona Reps. @QuangNguyenAZ and @JustinWilmethAZ are urging public support for the future USS Arizona after meeting with the Legacy Foundation. The Virginia‑class submarine will carry the state’s historic name, honoring the 1,177 service members lost at Pearl Harbor and its enduring legacy. azfreenews.com/2026/09/arizo…

Rep. @BlackmanForAZ requested detailed Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation, and Reentry records on August cooling‑system failures at Arizona prisons, citing safety concerns for staff and inmates and the cost of repeated emergency repairs. The review will help determine whether aging equipment should be repaired or replaced. azfreenews.com/2026/09/rep-b…

Arizona lawmakers will question federal and state officials Sept. 21 over repeated delays in completing the state’s federally required Single Audit. Health and Human Services warned Arizona is out of compliance, risking conditions on or loss of federal funds. Lawmakers say accountability is urgently needed. azfreenews.com/2026/09/hhs-o…

Maricopa County sent about 150,000 notices to voters whose registration addresses differed from MVD records. Officials say registrations remain active but mismatches could affect mail‑ballot delivery. Key election deadlines begin Sept. 19, with early voting starting Oct. 7. azfreenews.com/2026/09/nearl…

OPINION: Democrats are reportedly downplaying climate policy in 2026 campaigns as party leaders worry that far‑left proposals could alienate independents. Strategists say candidates are shifting focus, though some, like Sen. Whitehouse, argue hiding the climate agenda is a mistake. azfreenews.com/2026/09/david…

Two Tucson men were arrested for allegedly drugging, kidnapping, and sexually assaulting an 18‑year‑old woman in June. Court records detail video evidence and messages suggesting planning. One suspect posted bond; the other remains jailed. CBP says its internal office is investigating. azfreenews.com/2026/09/borde…

Three Arizona House Republicans asked ADWR Director Thomas Buschatzke for weekly briefings on Colorado River talks, citing their statutory role in approving any agreement. The request follows a new deal giving Arizona about 61% of Lower Basin cuts and mixed reactions from state leaders. azfreenews.com/2026/09/arizo…

President Trump signed a stopgap funding bill keeping the government open through Dec. 11. Arizona’s House delegation split 5–4 on the measure, which maintains federal operations statewide and delays new FY27 spending. The law also extends key transportation, nutrition, and veterans’ programs. azfreenews.com/2026/09/arizo…

The U.S. added 162,000 jobs in August as unemployment held at 4.1%. JEC Republicans noted gains far above forecasts. Arizona added 2,300 jobs in July, though its labor force participation fell to a 10‑year low. National job openings reached 7.27 million. azfreenews.com/2026/09/u-s-a…