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12 Maricopa County libraries quietly remove sex-ed books from kids’ sections
More than 50 sex-ed and puberty books were quietly removed from kids’ sections at 12 libraries across Maricopa County this summer after complaints from conservative Christian activists and residents.
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Rainwater harvesting grows in the Southwest to nourish thirsty gardens in a hotter world
In the Southwest and beyond, home gardeners and landscapers are increasingly using collected rainwater to nourish their gardens amid worsening drought and rising temperatures.
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Could Phoenix draw Trump’s attention for a National Guard deployment?
President Trump has not floated the possibility of sending troops into Arizona—but the violent crime rate in Phoenix is higher than the rate in Chicago, the next city on the president’s list.
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Trump’s VA abortion ban is a step backwards for Arizona veterans
For two female veterans in Arizona who experienced a career riddled with sexism—an abortion ban for veterans only makes things worse.
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Diamondbacks to remain at Chase Field for 30 years after approval of renovation bill
The Arizona Diamondbacks will remain at Chase Field for the next 30 years after Gov. Katie Hobbs signed a bill appropriating $500 million for renovations.
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Too hot for rattlesnakes? Reptiles, cactuses struggle in Arizona’s extreme heat
From elusive jaguars to saguaro cactus, the changing climate is taking its toll on some of Arizona’s most iconic species, even those who have adapted to the desert heat over thousands of years.
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This woman cares for 200 pigs at a Phoenix animal rescue. Here’s how she does it
Better Piggies Rescue developed out of Arizonan Danielle Betterman’s love for pigs, which she says can be very “nerdy” and funny.
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‘Burns everywhere’: Arizona teen collapses from heatstroke on walk home from school
June Shaver was walking home from Dysart High School in El Mirage when she fainted from heatstroke, suffering serious burns as a result of the scorching asphalt.
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Arizona GOP files ethics complaint against Sen. Ortiz for immigration advocacy
Sen. Analise Ortiz has faced criticism from Arizona Republicans over her support for immigrant rights. Now, they’re calling for her expulsion from the state Legislature.
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This Arizona ZIP code ranked as 6th most popular place to move in 2025. Here’s why
The metro Phoenix area is home to one of the hottest ZIP codes to move to in the country, according to a new report. And they’re not talking about the weather.
