DOJ closes investigation into Phoenix Police Department

The DOJ had previously accused Phoenix Police of excessive violence, racial discrimination, and violating residents' rights.

U.S. Dept. of Justice ends Phoenix Police probe
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The U.S. Department of Justice is officially dropping its investigation into the Phoenix Police Department, as well as retracting the Biden administration's findings. FOX 10's Lauren Clark has more.

ICE agents take people into custody at Phoenix courthouse
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On the afternoon of May 21, several individuals were taken into custody by ICE agents at the immigration court in downtown Phoenix. The agents were met by an emotional group of protesters. FOX 10's Steve Nielsen has this story.

ICE agents take people into custody at downtown Phoenix courthouse

Several people were seen being taken into custody by ICE agents at downtown Phoenix's immigration court on the afternoon of May 21.

How Trump’s Golden Dome missile plan compares to Reagan’s ‘Star Wars’ system

President Trump’s ambitious Golden Dome missile defense program revives Reagan’s space-age Star Wars vision, but with new tech, bigger costs, and the same controversy.

'Emily's Law': Gov. Hobbs signs bill creating alert system for missing indigenous people

House Bill 2281, otherwise known as “Emily's Law," is in honor of 14-year-old Emily Pike, who was found dead near Globe weeks after she was reported missing from her Mesa group home.

Arizona Gov. Hobbs signs 'Emily's Law'
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On May 21, Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs signed House Bill 2281, which creates a new turquoise alert system to help law enforcement respond to the disappearances of missing and indigenous persons. The bill is named after 14-year-old Emily Pike, who was found dead near Globe after she went missing from a Mesa group home.

Virginia Rep. Gerry Connolly dies at 75

Rep. Gerry Connolly, a longtime Virginia Democrat, has died, his family announced Wednesday. He was 75.

DOJ files motion to dismiss Minneapolis consent decree

The Department of Justice has filed a motion asking a judge to dismiss the federal consent decree against the City of Minneapolis created in the aftermath of George Floyd's killing.

FDA will limit approval for seasonal COVID vaccines: What to know

Healthy younger adults and children will no longer be automatically approved for annual COVID-19 vaccines under a new policy from the FDA.

AG Kris Mayes defends 'fake electors' case
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The state's case against the so called "fake electors," hit a major roadblock. A judge says Attorney General Kris Mayes' office failed to properly inform the grand jury on the federal law concerning alternate electors. FOX 10's John Hook talks with Mayes.

Goodyear, Glendale special election results released

The cities of Glendale and Goodyear held special elections and, on May 20, results became available. Ballots were mailed out on April 23 for both cities.

GCU's nonprofit status reaffirmed by IRS
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Federal tax officials have re-affirmed Grand Canyon University's nonprofit status. The university was approved by the IRS to operate as a nonprofit in 2018, but the U.S. Department of Education had a different viewpoint on the matter. FOX 10's Lindsey Ragas reports.

AZ lawmakers demand action on Native violence
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Arizona state representatives are calling for state and federal action to address the alarming rates of violence against various indigenous communities. FOX 10's Marc Martinez has more.

'No Tax on Tips Act' passes Senate: Here's what's next

The U.S. Senate unanimously passed the "No Tax on Tips Act," a bipartisan bill that would exempt up to $25,000 in cash and non-cash tips from federal income taxes for eligible workers.

Trump pushes 'big, beautiful bill' on Capitol Hill
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President Donald Trump took a trip to Capitol Hill on Tuesday to urge current Republican holdouts to fall in line with his "big, beautiful bill." It's a major piece of legislation centered on Trump's key policies. No Democrats are expected to support the bill. FOX's Rebekah Castor explains why some GOP lawmakers also have problems with it.

Crypto stablecoin bill passes early Senate vote

Regulating stablecoin has been a top priority for President Trump, but his personal crypto involvement has complicated the Congressional process.

Glendale, Goodyear special elections held on May 20
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Glendale residents will vote on a portion of the VAI Resort project. Meanwhile in Goodyear, residents will vote on changes to the city's charter. All qualified voters were sent a ballot. If you have not already mailed yours back, you can drop it off at a ballot box.