Ericka Piñon

The Decline in Public School Funding is Affecting Students

Due to a budget cap that was established by voters in 1980, Arizona's public schools are currently experiencing an urgent…

2 months ago

Trump Proceeds With Military Action Without Congressional Authorization

The unprecedented military strikes against Iran's nuclear facilities have triggered immediate constitutional concerns from members of Congress, who argue they…

2 months ago

Arizona Senate Passes Diamondbacks Stadium Bill, Sends to House

The Arizona Senate passed legislation Thursday that would help fund Chase Field renovations, sending House Bill 2704 back to the…

2 months ago

People's Vote vs. Legislation: The Ongoing Abortion Rights Struggle

In June 2022, the Supreme Court ruled in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization, overturning Roe v. Wade and reinstating…

2 months ago

Noem Fast-Tracks Border Wall Construction by Bypassing Environmental Protections

The Trump administration has advanced border wall building by waiving several environmental laws this month, with Secretary Kristi Noem giving…

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Rep. Ansari Calls for Investigation into Alleged Abuse at Arizona Immigration Facility

Arizona Congresswoman Yassamin Ansari  (D) is calling on the Trump Administration to investigate troubling conditions at the Eloy immigration detention…

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Thousands Face Deportation Order Following Supreme Court Decision

Over half a million immigrants who entered the United States through a humanitarian parole initiative now face calls to leave…

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National Patriotism Study: Arizona not as Patriotic as Most States

A new report from WalletHub reveals where Americans are showing the most pride in their country, and Arizona sits in…

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Arizona Faces Critical Fire Season Amid Water Crisis

Arizona is facing critical fire conditions this season. Red Flag Warnings have been issued for northwest Arizona, including the Lake…

2 months ago

How Young Native Artists Are Reclaiming Their Economic Future

In Arizona, young Indigenous artists are using their traditional craft of beading as a means of achieving economic independence as…

2 months ago

Thousands Gather at Arizona Capitol for "No Kings" Protest

More than 15,000 people gathered at the Arizona State Capitol on Saturday to participate in a nationwide protest movement called…

2 months ago

Arizona Faces Water Cuts as Colorado River Crisis Deepens

The Colorado River provides essential water to Arizona, supplying the Phoenix metropolitan area and supporting agriculture, electricity generation, and municipal…

2 months ago

Kris Mayes Defends Constitutional Rights and Arizona Values

Joining nearly two dozen other attorneys general in opposing what they see as federal overreach by the Trump administration, Arizona…

2 months ago

Kris Mayes’ Response to Federal Agents Tackle US Senator

Officials from both parties have widely condemned the forcible removal of Democratic U.S. Senator Alex Padilla of California from a…

2 months ago

Arizona Republicans Seek to Reverse Voter-Approved Dreamer Tuition Law

Republican lawmakers in Arizona are pushing for budget changes that could effectively throw out a voter-approved measure that lets a…

2 months ago

Arizona Clean Energy Projects Face Uncertainty Amid Federal Policy Changes

According to a recent report by climate advocacy group Climate Power, Arizona has seen significant interruptions to renewable energy investments…

2 months ago

Hobbs Vetoes Teacher Liability Bill While Emphasizing Student Safety in Schools

A larger discussion about how to guarantee that all children feel secure and protected in Arizona's educational institutions was sparked…

2 months ago

Historic Break: Arizona House Republicans Challenge Two Decades of Unified Budget Negotiations

After being left out from discussions between Senate Republicans and Democratic Governor Katie Hobbs, Arizona House Republicans are launching their…

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