Friction looming over state budget, education funding in Arizona
Arizona State Senate President Warren Petersen discusses the friction between the legislature and Gov. Hobbs over the state budget and the expiration of Proposition 123 for education funding. Petersen, also a candidate for Attorney General, outlines his "all-of-the-above" energy strategy and his legal disagreements with current AG Kris Mayes on issues ranging from school choice to the Save Women’s Sports Act, positioning the upcoming election as a fight for "common sense" governance.
Arizona State Senate President Warren Petersen discusses the friction between the legislature and Gov. Hobbs over the state budget and the expiration of Proposition 123 for education funding. Petersen, also a candidate for Attorney General, outlines his "all-of-the-above" energy strategy and his legal disagreements with current AG Kris Mayes on issues ranging from school choice to the Save Women’s Sports Act, positioning the upcoming election as a fight for "common sense" governance.
Colorado river: Arizona faces budget, water supply uncertainty
In this episode of Newsmaker, an expert discusses Arizona's critical challenges, primarily focusing on the Colorado River crisis. Sarah Porter of the Kyl Center for Water Policy highlights the "huge uncertainty" surrounding river supplies as the seven basin states remain at an impasse over mandatory water cuts. While Arizona has historically been a leader in conservation—using less water today than it did 60 years ago—the looming "deadpool" status of Lake Powell and the potential for federal intervention threaten the state's access to affordable water.
In this episode of Newsmaker, an expert discusses Arizona's critical challenges, primarily focusing on the Colorado River crisis. Sarah Porter of the Kyl Center for Water Policy highlights the "huge uncertainty" surrounding river supplies as the seven basin states remain at an impasse over mandatory water cuts. While Arizona has historically been a leader in conservation—using less water today than it did 60 years ago—the looming "deadpool" status of Lake Powell and the potential for federal intervention threaten the state's access to affordable water.
Multiple bills introduced to reform Arizona DCS
After the deaths of three young girls who were all on the radar of the Arizona Department of Child Safety, there are bills at the state legislature that aim to reform DCS. We spoke with State Sen. Carine Werner about those efforts.
After the deaths of three young girls who were all on the radar of the Arizona Department of Child Safety, there are bills at the state legislature that aim to reform DCS. We spoke with State Sen. Carine Werner about those efforts.
Cesar Chavez Day revoked in Arizona
Amid ongoing fallout over sexual abuse allegations made against late labor activist Cesar Chavez, Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs has signed a bill that repeals Cesar Chavez Day in Arizona.
Amid ongoing fallout over sexual abuse allegations made against late labor activist Cesar Chavez, Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs has signed a bill that repeals Cesar Chavez Day in Arizona.
Trump's mail-in voting order faces pushback from Arizona officials
President Trump signed an executive order targeting mail-in voting, but Arizona officials are saying the state already uses these safeguards and warn of constitutional issues. The Arizona Secretary of State is slamming the president, saying it's an attempt to "pick his own voters." FOX 10's Nicole Krasean learns how this order could affect Arizona voters.
President Trump signed an executive order targeting mail-in voting, but Arizona officials are saying the state already uses these safeguards and warn of constitutional issues. The Arizona Secretary of State is slamming the president, saying it's an attempt to "pick his own voters." FOX 10's Nicole Krasean learns how this order could affect Arizona voters.
Arizona official blasts Trump's mail-in voting order as attempt to 'pick his own voters'
President Trump signed an executive order Tuesday aimed at mail-in voting, but Arizona officials are saying the state already implements these safeguards.
President Trump signed an executive order Tuesday aimed at mail-in voting, but Arizona officials are saying the state already implements these safeguards.
Push for fuel blend waiver could save Arizonans 50 cents per gallon
With the national average for a gallon of gas reaching $4 for the first time since 2022, Arizona lawmakers say they are working to bring down prices. FOX 10's Ashlie Rodriguez learns about the fuel blend waiver that could bring savings of up to 50 cents a gallon.
With the national average for a gallon of gas reaching $4 for the first time since 2022, Arizona lawmakers say they are working to bring down prices. FOX 10's Ashlie Rodriguez learns about the fuel blend waiver that could bring savings of up to 50 cents a gallon.
President Trump rallying supporters for TPUSA event in Phoenix
President Trump will be heading to Arizona for a "Build The Red Wall" rally and will speak alongside Erika Kirk and Congressman Andy Biggs.
President Trump will be heading to Arizona for a "Build The Red Wall" rally and will speak alongside Erika Kirk and Congressman Andy Biggs.
Arizona lawmakers push for fuel waiver to cut gas prices amid ongoing Iranian war
Arizona lawmakers and Senator Ruben Gallego are pushing for an EPA fuel blend waiver to bypass expensive summer gasoline, potentially saving drivers 40 to 50 cents a gallon.
Arizona lawmakers and Senator Ruben Gallego are pushing for an EPA fuel blend waiver to bypass expensive summer gasoline, potentially saving drivers 40 to 50 cents a gallon.
President Donald Trump to visit Phoenix in April for Turning Point USA event
President Donald Trump is expected to visit Phoenix for an event hosted by Turning Point USA in April, according to the conservative group.
President Donald Trump is expected to visit Phoenix for an event hosted by Turning Point USA in April, according to the conservative group.
'No Kings': Thousands rally at protests across Phoenix area
SkyFOX captured the thousands who took to the streets on Saturday, from Tempe to Surprise, Chandler and other Valley cities.
SkyFOX captured the thousands who took to the streets on Saturday, from Tempe to Surprise, Chandler and other Valley cities.
Thousands turn out for 'No Kings' protest in Scottsdale
Thousands of people showed up on March 28 at the corner of Camelback and Scottsdale Roads for a "No Kings" protest.
Thousands of people showed up on March 28 at the corner of Camelback and Scottsdale Roads for a "No Kings" protest.
Thousands rally for "No Kings" protests across Arizona
Thousands of people took to the Arizona streets on March 28 protesting the Trump administration's policies on "No Kings Day."
Thousands of people took to the Arizona streets on March 28 protesting the Trump administration's policies on "No Kings Day."
'No Kings' 2026: List of protest times, locations across Arizona
Happening this weekend, demonstrations against the Trump administration are planned nationwide as part of the "No Kings" movement.
Happening this weekend, demonstrations against the Trump administration are planned nationwide as part of the "No Kings" movement.
AZ Gov. Hobbs vetoes Charlie Kirk highway measure
Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs has vetoed a bill that would have renamed a portion of Loop 202 in honor of slain conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs has vetoed a bill that would have renamed a portion of Loop 202 in honor of slain conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
Arizona farmers still waiting on federal aid amid tariffs, rising costs
There are some 16,000 farms in Arizona, and the industry supports 126,000 jobs. However, farmers in the Grand Canyon State have been feeling the pressure from problems that are both man-made and caused by Mother Nature.
There are some 16,000 farms in Arizona, and the industry supports 126,000 jobs. However, farmers in the Grand Canyon State have been feeling the pressure from problems that are both man-made and caused by Mother Nature.
2026 Elections: Voters voice their concerns
The 2026 midterm elections are fast approaching, and Arizona could play a key role. Meanwhile, voters in the state are voicing their opinions and concerns. Reporter Amalia Roy has more.
The 2026 midterm elections are fast approaching, and Arizona could play a key role. Meanwhile, voters in the state are voicing their opinions and concerns. Reporter Amalia Roy has more.
Firing squad bill advancing in AZ Legislature
Lawmakers at the state capitol advanced a proposal that would add a firing squad to death row inmate's execution choices.
Lawmakers at the state capitol advanced a proposal that would add a firing squad to death row inmate's execution choices.
Cesar Chavez: Phoenix Union High School District to rename school named after now-controversial activist
Amid recent allegations of sexual abuse against late activist Cesar Chavez, the Phoenix Union High School District's Governing Board met to discuss a high school of theirs that bears Chavez's name.
Amid recent allegations of sexual abuse against late activist Cesar Chavez, the Phoenix Union High School District's Governing Board met to discuss a high school of theirs that bears Chavez's name.
Cesar Chavez: PXU board meets to discuss HS name
The Governing Board for the Phoenix Union High School District is meeting to discuss Cesar Chavez High School, which is named after a late activist who is now accused of sexual abuse. FOX 10's Megan Spector reports.
The Governing Board for the Phoenix Union High School District is meeting to discuss Cesar Chavez High School, which is named after a late activist who is now accused of sexual abuse. FOX 10's Megan Spector reports.