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Local non-profit Education Forward AZ awarded scholarships to students enrolled in master’s degree programs through the Freeport-McMoRan Native American College Scholarship.

Over four years of partnership, they've distributed $2.8 million to Native American students from all over Arizona.

This November, Arizona voters will decide on Prop 314. If passed, it would make crossing the border outside a port of entry a state crime.

We hear from State Senate President and Republican Warren Petersen, Enrique Davis-Mazlum with Unidos and KTAR News legal analysts Barry Markson to break it all down.

Former presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and former Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard were in Glendale urging voters to elect Donald Trump as president.

Former presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and former Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard were in Glendale urging voters to elect Donald Trump as president.

A new CDC report examines how certain social and economic factors can reduce the risk of suicide.

Arizona educational non-profit "Act One" conducts VR field trips for AZ title one schools, allowing students to get interactive experiences without needing the funds to go on a trip.

Executive Director Beth Maloney talks more about the program for schools.

The plan will provide entrepreneurs a $50,000 tax credit to get their small businesses up and running.

The Apache Trout has been removed from the list threatened and endangered species. It's the first sport fish and first trout de-listed due to conservation and recovery efforts.

Kerry Kennedy, daughter of Robert F. Kennedy, came to Phoenix to support the Harris-Walz ticket this election.

On her brother RFK Jr. endorsing Donald Trump for president, she says this election isn't about her family but about everyday Americans.

The trial date is set for the so-called Arizona "fake electors" case. The 16 accused of claiming former President Donald Trump won Arizona in 2020 will stand trial on January 5th, 2026. The state wanted a trail date next summer, but the judge opted for more time because there will be roughly 80 witnesses. 

Local and national non-profit "Entryway Talent" hosted "The Homeless Experience" event throughout this week to help members of the community understand what homelessness looks like and how to solve it. Participant Mark Amick talks more about his experience.

Cave Creek resident Megan MacIntosh found healing through horses after the death of her 18-year-old son Chase Ellison. She's since converted her home into a horse property to help others navigate their grief. It's called the Godspeed Project. 

KTAR Eyes on the Economy: Site Selection Magazine, which reports on corporate expansions, has named Maricopa County the best in the nation for economic development. Vice Chairman Thomas Galvin says Maricopa County attracts investments by creating an easy regulatory environment for companies, cutting property taxes and having a balanced budget. 

Founder of local non-profit "AZ Hugs" Austin Davis has been arrested after allegedly trespassing into a Tempe park. He's also faced pushback on his public picnics to feed unhoused people as the city says the events cause safety and cleanliness hazards. 

Navajo Nation President Dr. Buu Nygren sent police after two Energy Fuels Inc. trucks this week for transporting radioactive uranium ore across the tribal nation without permission. Energy Fuels Inc. said in a statement they informed stakeholders last month and are in compliance. 

Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs temporarily paused uranium ore shipments while the two sides negotiate. 

A 10 year study shows wildfire smoke can greatly increase your risk of dementia

A critic of Arizona’s voting operations has unseated the Maricopa County recorder in a Republican primary. KTAR speaks with the democratic candidate that will be facing off for the Maricopa County Recorder in November. 

Rachel Mitchell wins GOP primary. Mitchell will face Democrat Tamika Wooten, who ran unopposed, in the Nov. 5 general election.

What Arizona voters had to say at the polls Tuesday.

What Arizona voters had to say at the polls Tuesday. Kari Lake wins Republican Arizona US Senate primary, setting up battle with Ruben Gallego.

Day after Primary. Who are the winners and losers?

Maricopa County Recorder Stepgen Richer calls into our special election show to talk about how voting went on Primary Day. 

Secretary of State Adrian Fontes calls in the break down how Primary Day went and if there were any troubles at the polls.

Races in Arizona have become increasingly tight with razor-thin margins separating the winners.