Millions in Paycheck Protection Program funds were fraudulently borrowed from the Small Business Administration program during the pandemic. A U.S. attorney announced an agreement in which the Carson…
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DHS Secretary Announces Border Wall Expansion
The president is picking up on the pledge to build the wall from his first term. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem announced that President Donald…
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Taiwan Semiconductor to Invest $100 Billion in AZ Manufacturing
President Trump makes a joint announcement with the company. President Donald Trump joined Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company in announcing a $100 billion investment in the company’s Arizona-based microchip…
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EPA Announces Cleanup Plan for Motorola Superfund Site in Phoenix
Community input is sought to address toxic chemicals contaminating the groundwater supply. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) introduced a proposal to address groundwater contamination at the Motorola…
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Senate Majority Leader Excludes Senator-Elect from Orientation
While Arizona’s race was undetermined, the Pennsylvania candidate had been declared the winner. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer opted not to invite Senators-elect from Pennsylvania or Arizona to…
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DOI Allocates $236 Million to Wildfire Management Initiatives
Acting deputy secretary makes the announcement at Saguaro National Park. Acting Deputy Secretary of the Interior Laura Daniel-Davis announced that $236 million will be distributed by the Department…
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Interior Department Removes Apache Trout from Endangered Species List
Secretary Haaland celebrates the restoration of Arizona state fish. The Department of the Interior announced that the Apache trout has been removed from the endangered wildlife list after…
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Energy Department Launches Home Energy Rebates in Arizona
The grants offer funding for home energy efficiency. The U.S. Department of Energy recently announced the launch of Arizona’s first federal Home Energy Rebates program, becoming the second…
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Supreme Court Allows Arizona to Enforce Part of Voter Registration Law
The case revolves around whether or not citizenship documentation is required to vote. The U.S. Supreme Court allowed one of three voter registration provisions to be enforced in…
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Western States to Negotiate Long-Term Colorado River Water Plan
The Interior Department is preparing to announce Colorado River Basin water cuts. Western states that rely on the Colorado River are preparing for the 2025 water management process.…
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