Arizona’s $18.3B Budget Plan: Tax Cuts and Compromises Reached
June 9, 2026
Gov. Katie Hobbs and key Republicans have reached an $18.3 billion spending plan, balancing tax cuts and budget priorities.
Gov. Katie Hobbs and key Republicans have reached an $18.3 billion spending plan, balancing tax cuts and budget priorities.
Alaska Sen. Dan Sullivan’s campaign spending exceeds $1.5M on luxury accommodations, raising questions as he seeks a third Senate term.
Crews work to contain a 133-acre wildfire east of Flagstaff amid red flag conditions, no homes threatened yet.
The Colorado River’s lower water levels stir concerns among rafting companies, with anxieties over future conditions.
Maricopa County Recorder Justin Heap disputes claims over scanner ownership amid election equipment controversy.
President Trump rescinded orders limiting off-road vehicle use in parks, sparking concern over potential ecosystem damage.
The Papa Fire near Flagstaff has grown to 100 acres, with crews working to contain the blaze amid strong winds.
The U.S. Border Patrol plans to intensify its enforcement in Yuma following last month’s operation, arresting 52 people.
An 18-year-old hiker died from heat-related symptoms during a hike in Grand Canyon. Rescue attempts were unsuccessful.
A study by ASU reveals the “gleam-glum effect,” showing emotional ties to sounds like “ee” and “uh” start early.
The USDA’s Great American Cotton Plan aims to boost U.S. cotton production with pest research, financial aid, and exports.
Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs signed a bill regulating alternative nicotine products like vapes, requiring distributor authorization.
