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Trump signs executive order banning transgender athletes from women's sports, directing DOJ to enforce; Educators voice concern for PA immigrant student protections; WA rent stabilization bills have huge public support; ME benefits from $2.2 billion in federal clean energy investments.

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Nationwide protests erupt against federal policies, Indiana's EV infrastructure expansion stalls due to a funding freeze, and Washington state pushes for rent stabilization to combat rising housing costs.

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During Black History Month, a new book shares how a unique partnership built 5,000 schools for Black students, anti-hunger advocates say ag communities would benefit from an expanded SNAP program, and Americans have $90 billion in unpaid medical bills.

Arizona

About 13% of the state's residents were born in another country and 16% of residents are native-born Americans with at least one immigrant parent, according to the American Immigration Council. (Adobe Stock)

Tuesday, February 4, 2025

Education advocates respond to possible immigration raids in AZ schools

Arizona's largest high school district has stated it will not voluntarily help the Trump administration with its immigration promises by declaring its…

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Arizona's overall rate of educational attainment has increased by 20.8 percentage points since 2009. (Adobe Stock)

Monday, February 3, 2025

Report: AZ above national average for degree attainment among adults

Arizona has made notable progress in increasing the number of working-age adults who hold a degree or credential beyond high school. According to …

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More than 54,000 Native American people have no home access to electricity, according to a 2023 report from the Department of Energy's Office of Indian Energy. (Adobe Stock)
Nonprofit brings light to tribal lands in Arizona

By Yessenia Funes for Atmos.Broadcast version by Alex Gonzalez for Arizona News Connection reporting for the Solutions Journalism Network-Public News …

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Just 27% of Americans agree automakers care about lowering fuel costs for their customers, according to Consumer Reports. (Adobe Stock)
Arizona drivers prioritize better fuel economy

Spending less money at the gas pump is important for Arizona drivers, according to a new survey. Chris Harto, senior policy analyst for …

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Arizona has the largest difference in the share of children covered by Medicaid/CHIP in small towns and rural areas compared to metro areas, according to the Georgetown University Center for Children and Families. (Beth Van Trees/Adobe Stock)
Report: Medicaid plays crucial role in rural Arizona

Rural Arizonans, especially children, are more likely to rely on Medicaid for health coverage compared to people in metro areas, according to a new …

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If President-elect Donald Trump's proposals are in effect in 2026, the richest 1% would receive an average tax cut of about $36,300 and the next richest 4% would receive an average tax cut of about $7,200, according to the Institute on Taxation and Economic Policy. (Adobe Stock)
How could President-elect Trump's tax plan affect Arizonans?

A fiscally conservative advocacy group is pushing for the renewal of President-elect Donald Trump's Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. Americans for Prosperity …

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'Run for Something' is an organization that provides resources, webinars, trainings and a network of people who help candidates around the clock, either for free or at cost. (Adobe Stock)
AZ sees jump in those interested in running for office post-Election Day

More than 12,000 people around the county have said they're interested in running for office since last year's election. And the share coming from …

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Americans age 60 and older saw the largest number of cryptocurrency-related complaints, according to the FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center. (Adobe Stock)
AARP Arizona gears up for new legislative session

Monday is the start of Arizona's new legislative session. Advocacy groups such as AARP Arizona are gearing up and say they're ready to work to ensure …

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A strong majority of Arizonans believe groundwater is essential for communities, farming, industry and way of life and support more protections to secure long-term water supplies in the state, according to the Center for the Future of Arizona. (Adobe Stock)
AZ environmental advocates say water regulation is their top priority in 2025

Arizona environmental advocates and organizers have laid out their 2025 priorities for Gov. Katie Hobbs and the state legislature, which is set to …

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Outdoor recreation accounted for 5 million jobs in 2023. (Ray Redstone/Adobe Stock)
As outdoor recreation keeps fueling Arizona GDP, 'EXPLORE Act' could help

Arizona, like other western states, could see outdoor recreation opportunities increase under the EXPLORE Act - which was recently EXPLORE Act…

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Preliminary data show state jobs were up 65,000 over the year in October, which translated into 2% growth, ahead of the nation at 1.3%, according to the University of Arizona. (Adobe Stock)
2025 is here. What economic trends could affect Arizonans?

Economists in Arizona and around the country said tariffs, cracking down on immigration, tax cuts and reduced energy credits will likely have a …

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The total acreage of farm and ranch land in Arizona for 2022 was 25,525,087, down 2.3% from five years ago. (Adobe Stock)
AZ farmers could benefit from feds taking on 'corporate' agriculture

As Arizona farmers have grappled with inflation, falling crop prices and the effects of a changing climate, the incoming Trump administration could …

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