Biden awards Medal of Freedom to Giffords and McCain
The medal is the highest civilian award in the nation.
Abortion amendment will not appear on ballot
Organizers say they will shift efforts to get measure on the ballot in 2024.
Where's the new money in the state budget going?
We look at a handful of areas that will see a notable increase in funds this fiscal year
Arizona OKs biggest US school voucher plan, faces challenge
Arizona has the most expansive education options in the nation and will have the most comprehensive voucher system if the bill takes effect.
Governor signs $1.2B water plan as Arizona faces cutbacks
A $1 billion fund will help get new water supplies into Arizona, including a possible desalination plant Ducey has touted.
Young Arizona filmmaker makes epics in miniature.
Also on Arizona Spotlight: Making Tucson more accessible for those with visual impairments; Neighbors come together and transform their alleyway as a means of coping with grief; and a look at the rarely enforced "Stupid motorist" law.
Federal government sues Arizona over new voting law
Lawsuit targets provisions requiring voters to list birthplace and provide proof of citizenship.
Arizona COVID transmission numbers climb
Most of the state is now considered to have a high transmission rate.
Bacterial outbreak found at Arizona's largest state hatchery
Officials say some of the sick fish may have been released.
Voter registration deadline nearing
The deadline to register to vote in the August primary is here.
Top election officials in Arizona county leave amid threats
Officials say they have had enough after a year and half of threats.
Protests continue over holiday weekend
People protesting the Supreme Court overturning Roe v Wade were out across the country including in Tucson and Sierra Vista.
Ducey signs bill directing $335M to build border fence
The fencing legislation does not say where, when or how the barriers and technology will be installed and no planning document was available.
Some fire restrictions ease ahead of the holiday weekend
Officials warn to always check restriction status before starting a fire.
Sierra Vista City Council votes to approve tentative budget of $204 million
Grants and census changes help increase the budget.
