4+ week, 7+ hour ago  (279+ words) Senate Republicans this week passed legislation aimed at providing transparency about state contractors' contributions to governors' campaigns in the wake of an alleged "pay-to-play" scandal involving a donor to Gov. Katie Hobbs. State of play: The bill would require anyone…...

4+ week, 2+ day ago  (190+ words) The ASU women's basketball team enters the Big 12 tournament Wednesday with a chance to cap off head coach Molly Miller's historic first year with a trip to March Madness. The big picture: The Sun Devils experienced a huge turnaround under…...

1+ mon, 5+ day ago  (266+ words) Cubs fans have begun their annual migration to Mesa, Arizona, for spring training, sunscreen in hand and a World Series run on their minds. Why it matters: After a strong offseason, the Cubs believe they're positioned for another playoff run....

1+ mon, 5+ day ago  (300+ words) Baseball fans from across the country are fleeing winter for the desert this week as the Cactus League season kicks off throughout the Phoenix area. Why it matters: Hope springs eternal, and spring training means big bucks for state and…...

1+ mon, 1+ week ago  (140+ words) Athletes and entrepreneurs got a lot of love in the Arizona edition of Forbes' annual "30 Under 30" list. State of play: The 2026 roundup of Arizonans under age 30 to watch was chosen by a panel of four judges " One PointOne founder Samuel…...

1+ mon, 6+ day ago  (177+ words) President Trump is signaling that tax cuts will be the centerpiece of his State of the Union address Tuesday night " and the cornerstone of his legislative agenda for the rest of the year. Why it matters: In theory, House Republicans…...

1+ mon, 1+ week ago  (145+ words) After flirting with a citywide ban on drive-thrus last year, the St. Paul City Council on Wednesday will weigh new restrictions on where banks, restaurants and pharmacies can open new drive-thru lanes. Why it matters: The move is designed to…...

1+ mon, 2+ week ago  (372+ words) Gov. Katie Hobbs once again vetoed a GOP tax conformity bill that state Republicans claim is necessary to streamline the filing process for Arizonans. State of play: Hobbs rejected legislation Thursday that would've adopted into state law changes made last…...

1+ mon, 2+ week ago  (90+ words) Tomorrow is Valentine's Day and we've put together a list of first-date options for our single friends. Here are some of the best get-to-know-you activities in the Valley, depending on the vibe you're after. " If you want to test their…...

1+ mon, 2+ week ago  (238+ words) Karrin Taylor Robson suspended her campaign for governor, effectively turning the Republican primary into a two-person race between U.S. Reps. Andy Biggs and David Schweikert. Why it matters: Robson's departure shakes up the GOP primary as Republicans seek to unseat Democratic…...