How diverse are the student bodies of Arizona's public universities? Here's what you should know

Following a U.S. Supreme Court ruling that struck down affirmative action for college admissions, a certain level of attention is now placed on the diversity of a university's student population. With that in mind, how does Arizona's public universities stack up? Here's what you should know.

A July 4th with no fireworks? What to know as some cities turn to high-tech alternatives

Fireworks display have been a big part of Independence Day celebrations for a long time, but in recent years, some parts of the U.S. have opted to replace it with high-tech alternatives. Here's what you should know about fireworks, and why it is being replaced in some cities.

Gov. Hobbs signs executive orders on gender-affirming healthcare and conversion therapies: Here's what to know

Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs has issued two executive orders that deal with matters that affect the state's LGBTQ+ community. Here's what you should know about the orders, and how it could affect you.

Student loan forgiveness struck down: Here's what that means for you

The Supreme Court has ruled the Biden administration overstepped its authority in trying to cancel or reduce student loan debt, effectively killing the $400 billion plan.

Supreme Court makes big decisions with more to come: Here's what to know

The Supreme Court is expected to announce major decisions Friday on Biden's student loan forgiveness program and a case that impacts gay rights.

How is air quality measured?

As smoky air from Canada’s wildfires shrouds broad swaths of the U.S., here are seven facts you should know about measuring air quality.

Arizona ranks among the top states for pedestrian deaths: Here's what you should know

A new national report shows that the Grand Canyon State is among the deadliest states for pedestrians. Here's what you should know about the figures, and what Phoenix city officials are doing about it.

Halfway to Christmas: How El Nino could impact the upcoming winter

Due to a warming central and eastern Pacific, the world is set to have its first full-fledged El Niño winter since 2018-19, which will mean some climate changes for the season from recent years.

Dozens of bills vetoed by Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs: here's a list of her vetoes

From late February to now, Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs has already vetoed dozens of bills that cover a range of issues. Here's a look at what Gov. Hobbs has vetoed, and the reasons why.

DES asking some to pay back unemployment money they received, but there is a solution: here's what to know

So far this year, 10,000 Arizonans learned they have to pay back their unemployment to the Arizona Department of Economic Security, due to no fault of their own, but there may be a way for some to clear the debts.

'Intolerance has no place in Arizona': Drag show-related bills vetoed by Gov. Katie Hobbs

Four bills passed by the Arizona State Legislature that either directly targets drag shows, or is interpreted by some as being crafted against drag shows, have been vetoed by Governor Katie Hobbs on June 16.

Arizona Monsoon 2023: What to expect this summer

When extreme conditions strike, make sure you know what to do. Boost your monsoon IQ: get a plan, get prepared, and know the steps to take in any condition and every situation. Get monsoon smart and stay safe.

Walt Nauta indictment: Former valet is latest Trump loyalist to face potential jail time

Who is Walt Nauta? A Navy veteran who fetched Trump’s Diet Cokes as his White House valet, then turned personal aide at Mar-a-Lago. And he now finds himself in serious legal jeopardy in the classified documents case.

A month since Title 42's end in Arizona: What's changed, what hasn't, what's to come?

It’s been a month since the public health order known as Title 42 was lifted, and since then, the Department of Homeland Security says illegal crossings at the southern border have taken a dip. Yuma Mayor Douglas Nicholls talks what's to come.

I-95 Philadelphia collapse: What you need to know about the damaged highway, reconstruction

Portions of Interstate 95 have collapsed after a large gasoline-fueled fire broke out Sunday morning, bringing traffic to a standstill and closing down parts of a major roadway. Here's what you need to know about the collapse and reconstruction efforts.

Your garden doesn’t like the wildfires, either. Here’s how to help plants handle smoke and ash

If your area is heavily affected by smoke or ash, the first priorities should, of course, be human, home and pet safety. But after securing those, you might find your plants need a little help, too.