A federal judge has blocked a 2022 Arizona law that voting-rights advocates say would have made it harder for some Native Americans to vote.
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What AZ Student Borrowers Should Know as Loan Repayment Looms
Previous StoryNext Story Alex Gonzalez, Producer Contact Why you can trust Public News Service Tuesday, September 12, 2023 Many Arizonans will start making payments on their student loans again next month, so it is time for those borrowers to figure out where they stand financially. Interest resumed this month, after more than three years in …
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BLM Seeks Public Comment on Wild Burro Management in AZ
The wild burro population in northwest Arizona is about four times the appropriate management level, according to the Bureau of Land Management.
Medical Bills: Understanding Them and Patient Rights Can Save You Big
Medical care is expensive and continues to get more costly. Many people in Arizona only become aware of this after they get a bill for their care.
Expert: Electric Vehicle Sales Not Slowing Down
Arizona is among the top 10 states for EV auto registrations. Year-to-date, EV sales are up more than 50%, year over year, which Chris Harto, senior policy analyst at Consumer Reports, said is impressive, considering how much fuel prices have come down. However, in Arizona, the average gas price is currently $4.25 per gallon – about 40 cents more than the national average – which may entice Arizona drivers to make the switch.
First-Year ASU Student Helps Close Engineering Gender Gap
The percentage of female engineers varies by specialty, but 2021 figures show only 9% of mechanical engineers are women. One Arizona State University student is working to change it.
AZ Governor Declares State of Emergency Over Extreme Heat
Last week, Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs declared an emergency in response to the intense heat wave being felt around the state.
Expert Wants Federal Investments to Help Ecological Health in AZ
Experts across the West have met to discuss the potential impacts of the Inflation Reduction Act as the one-year anniversary of the piece of legislation approaches.
Biden Announces Historic National Monument Near Grand Canyon
On Tuesday, President Joe Biden announced the designation of a new national monument near the Grand Canyon.
AZ Faith Leaders Call for Better Heat Response
Intense heat is nothing new for Arizona summers, but the state has been enduring a record heat wave for a number of weeks.