SNAP benefit confusion and worries persist amid back-and-forth by officials
"It’s confusing. What are we supposed to do?" said one Arizona woman who said she feels pressured to spend the SNAP benefits she received quickly, as uncertainties persist over the benefits amid the ongoing government shutdown.
"It’s confusing. What are we supposed to do?" said one Arizona woman who said she feels pressured to spend the SNAP benefits she received quickly, as uncertainties persist over the benefits amid the ongoing government shutdown.
SNAP benefit worries persist amid back-and-forth
On Nov. 7, full SNAP benefit payments went out to recipients in Arizona, but the Trump administration is asking the U.S. Supreme Court to block full benefit payments during the shutdown. The back-and-forth has some Arizonans who rely on the benefits concerned. FOX 10's Ashlie Rodriguez reports.
On Nov. 7, full SNAP benefit payments went out to recipients in Arizona, but the Trump administration is asking the U.S. Supreme Court to block full benefit payments during the shutdown. The back-and-forth has some Arizonans who rely on the benefits concerned. FOX 10's Ashlie Rodriguez reports.
Gov. Hobbs announces additional $1.8M for Arizonans needing food
Gov. Katie Hobbs announced an additional $1.8 million in funding to support residents impacted by the federal government shutdown and disruption to SNAP benefits.
Gov. Katie Hobbs announced an additional $1.8 million in funding to support residents impacted by the federal government shutdown and disruption to SNAP benefits.
Trump pardons people involved in election interference
President Donald Trump has granted "full, complete and unconditional pardons" to dozens of people alleged to be involved in attempts to overturn the 2020 presidential election. The list includes alleged "fake electors" who were indicted in Arizona.
President Donald Trump has granted "full, complete and unconditional pardons" to dozens of people alleged to be involved in attempts to overturn the 2020 presidential election. The list includes alleged "fake electors" who were indicted in Arizona.
AZ Senators vote 'No' on spending deal as shutdown enters 40th day
Both Arizona Senators voted "No" Sunday night on a spending deal aimed at ending the 40-day government shutdown stalemate. FOX 10's Nicole Krasean hears more from a political analyst.
Both Arizona Senators voted "No" Sunday night on a spending deal aimed at ending the 40-day government shutdown stalemate. FOX 10's Nicole Krasean hears more from a political analyst.
Arizona Senators vote 'No' amid shutdown resolution push
The longest government shutdown in U.S. history is on Day 40, with the Senate holding a vote on a deal to potentially reopen the government until January.
The longest government shutdown in U.S. history is on Day 40, with the Senate holding a vote on a deal to potentially reopen the government until January.
Voters pass Prop 409, granting Valleywise Health $900M
The campaign for Prop 409 declared victory, securing nearly $900 million for Valleywise Health to build a new mental health hospital. The funding for the proposition will come from property taxes.
The campaign for Prop 409 declared victory, securing nearly $900 million for Valleywise Health to build a new mental health hospital. The funding for the proposition will come from property taxes.
Plans for Charlie Kirk memorial in Scottsdale move forward
The Scottsdale City Council is moving forward with plans to create a lasting memorial for the late conservative activist Charlie Kirk, who was a resident of the community and was killed in September.
The Scottsdale City Council is moving forward with plans to create a lasting memorial for the late conservative activist Charlie Kirk, who was a resident of the community and was killed in September.
SNAP benefits pause: Gov. Hobbs considers options
One of the issues resulting from the ongoing federal government shutdown revolves around SNAP benefits not being paid in full, but that could be changing soon. FOX 10's Dominique Newland reports.
One of the issues resulting from the ongoing federal government shutdown revolves around SNAP benefits not being paid in full, but that could be changing soon. FOX 10's Dominique Newland reports.
Conservation vs. commerce: The fight over Arizona's wolf population
The recovery of the Mexican gray wolf is pitting Arizona ranchers, who cite mounting livestock losses, against conservationists, leading to legislation in Congress aimed at delisting the species from the Endangered Species Act. While ranchers criticize current compensation programs as ineffective due to the near-impossibility of obtaining proof of a wolf kill, conservationists stress the wolves' vital ecological role and the need for coexistence.
The recovery of the Mexican gray wolf is pitting Arizona ranchers, who cite mounting livestock losses, against conservationists, leading to legislation in Congress aimed at delisting the species from the Endangered Species Act. While ranchers criticize current compensation programs as ineffective due to the near-impossibility of obtaining proof of a wolf kill, conservationists stress the wolves' vital ecological role and the need for coexistence.
Phoenix, St. Mary's hold food drive amid SNAP pause
The city of Phoenix is holding a food drive in partnership with St. Mary's Food Bank to collect donations citywide. The effort is intended to help feed community members in need during the lapse in SNAP benefits.
The city of Phoenix is holding a food drive in partnership with St. Mary's Food Bank to collect donations citywide. The effort is intended to help feed community members in need during the lapse in SNAP benefits.
Rep.-elect Adelita Grijalva: Sens. Gallego, Kelly demand her swearing in
Arizona Sens. Ruben Gallego and Mark Kelly addressed the Senate floor, demanding the swearing-in of Rep.-elect Adelita Grijalva, who has been denied representation for her district for more than 40 days since her election.
Arizona Sens. Ruben Gallego and Mark Kelly addressed the Senate floor, demanding the swearing-in of Rep.-elect Adelita Grijalva, who has been denied representation for her district for more than 40 days since her election.
Maricopa County rejects BNSF's land use change request connected to Wittmann logistics hub proposal
"Today’s vote does not spell the end of Burlington-Northern Santa Fe’s plans to build a state-of-the-art freight rail facility on about 4,000 acres in northwest Maricopa County," read a portion of statement released by county officials.
"Today’s vote does not spell the end of Burlington-Northern Santa Fe’s plans to build a state-of-the-art freight rail facility on about 4,000 acres in northwest Maricopa County," read a portion of statement released by county officials.
Rep. Ansari slams conditions at Eloy Detention Center
A migrant woman detained for nine months at the Eloy Detention Center in Arizona is allegedly suffering from a rapidly worsening case of leukemia, prompting a visit and strong criticism from a member of Congress. FOX 10's Ashlie Rodriguez has the story.
A migrant woman detained for nine months at the Eloy Detention Center in Arizona is allegedly suffering from a rapidly worsening case of leukemia, prompting a visit and strong criticism from a member of Congress. FOX 10's Ashlie Rodriguez has the story.
Arizona Rep. links rejected vote to school district's financial transparency
Rep. Matt Gress (R) is blaming a rejected vote on the Tolleson Union High School District's refusal to provide financial records and demanding over $26,000 in fees instead.
Rep. Matt Gress (R) is blaming a rejected vote on the Tolleson Union High School District's refusal to provide financial records and demanding over $26,000 in fees instead.
2025 Arizona election: Jurisdictional results
Get results from the 2025 Arizona county and city elections. Polls are now closed.
Get results from the 2025 Arizona county and city elections. Polls are now closed.
Arizona AG Mayes addresses lawsuit against Trump's tariffs
Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes is heading to Washington, D.C. to take part in oral arguments before the Supreme Court. Mayes is co-leading a lawsuit against the Trump administration's tariffs.
Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes is heading to Washington, D.C. to take part in oral arguments before the Supreme Court. Mayes is co-leading a lawsuit against the Trump administration's tariffs.
New program allows AZ residents to get discounted prescription drugs
A new program launched by Gov. Katie Hobbs allows Arizona residents to save up to 80% on some prescription drugs, as part of her efforts to lower costs.
A new program launched by Gov. Katie Hobbs allows Arizona residents to save up to 80% on some prescription drugs, as part of her efforts to lower costs.
On the ballot: Valleywise Health wants $898M to expand
On Tuesday, Maricopa County voters can decide on a nearly $900 million Valleywise Health expansion, that will cost taxpayers $28 a year. FOX 10's Steve Nielsen speaks with a political analyst on the anticipated low turnout.
On Tuesday, Maricopa County voters can decide on a nearly $900 million Valleywise Health expansion, that will cost taxpayers $28 a year. FOX 10's Steve Nielsen speaks with a political analyst on the anticipated low turnout.
Government shutdown strains St. Mary's Food Bank in Phoenix
St. Mary's Food Bank is seeing a surge in demand—up 10-15%—due to the government shutdown and cuts to SNAP benefits, forcing them to dip into reserves and increase purchasing to serve a record number of families.
St. Mary's Food Bank is seeing a surge in demand—up 10-15%—due to the government shutdown and cuts to SNAP benefits, forcing them to dip into reserves and increase purchasing to serve a record number of families.