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A bill passed by the state House would activate the Emergency Alert System when an Indigenous person of any age goes missing. State Rep. Teresa Martinez explains Amber Alerts protect minors, Silver Alerts protect seniors and this would protect anyone who disappears under suspicious circumstances, Native or not. 

Arizona vacation rental hosts gather at the State Capitol this week to tout the impact on the state's economy. Short term rentals generate $500 million in tax revenue for the state and local governments. Real estate agent and host Dana Avellar says vacation rentals allow Arizonans to bring in extra income.

Attorney General Kris Mayes hosted a town hall and invited federal workers, grant receipents and community members in general impacted by the Trump Administration's federal downsizing to share their views. Mayes says stories from Arizonans may be used in lawsuits against against the administration. 

State Senator Eva Burch plans to step down from her office next week. She says it's too difficult to accomplish anything in the minority caucus and was struggling to make ends meet because legislators' pay is so low. She hasn't ruled out running for another office and wants to continue to make change in Arizona. 

A new local non-profit works to help the formerly incarcerated reintegrate into society. Arizona Village Network Founder Khalil Rushdan explains the non-profit helps the recently released find employment, housing or seal their record. Rushdan was wrongfully incarcerated for 15 years for a murder he didn't commit and is trying to create the support system he needed upon his release. 

This is Joe Seriale's second attempt at breaking the world record, which currently stands at 40" tall

The Efficiency Arizona program, which helps homes replace inefficient ari conditioning units, has been paused indefinitely due to uncertainty of federal dollars. The program was being funded by the U.S. Department of Energy and the Inflation Reduction Act. This comes after President Donald Trump froze nearly all federal dollars to states. 

The Silent Witness program, along with the family of 40-year-old Nicholas Cordova, are asking for community support in identifying the suspect involved in a 2020 homicide case being investigated by Gilbert PD.

Cordova was killed while at work and on a video call with his two children. 

How concerned should we be about measles cases in AZ? A Valley doctor weighs in and explains what's driving outbreaks across the country. 

The Phoenix Elementary School District is considering closing down two schools, citing lowering enrollment. Beth Lewis from Save our Schools Arizona talks more about potential impact.

Little Lighthouse Farm owner Rachel Opio says she enrolled in the U.S. Department of Agriculture EQIP program more than a year ago hoping to receive financial assistance to implement sustainable practices. The urban farmer in Phoenix is not optimistic she'll be reimbursed now with a Trump administration USDA funding freeze. 

Former U.S. Senator Kyrsten Sinema spoke to the Arizona House today as a private citizen, urging support for a bill that would fund clinical trials of "ibogaine" treatment, which Sinema says can help treat traumatic brain injuries.

Protesters demonstrate outside Congressman David Schweikert's office in North Scottsdale. They say the Republican U.S. Representative needs to hold billionaire Elon Musk accountable as he leads the Department of Government Efficiency. 

To prevent sudden cardiac death, patients at Banner University Medical Center Phoenix may be treated using a LifeVest. Heart rhythm specialist Dr. Peter Weiss explains this wearable defibrillator constantly monitors your heart for deadly changes. . 

Arizona State University has partnered with Major League Baseball to help players earn degrees and certificates. Athletes from the minors to the major league qualify to earn their GED, bachelor's degree or even graduate degree. 

Congressman Ciscomani joins Becky Lynn & Nick Ciletti and shares his viewpoint on immigration issues in Arizona and explains his perspective as an immigration and naturalized citizen.

KTAR News Reporter Becky Lynn & ABC15 Anchor Nick Ciletti take a look at the impact of legal and illegal immigration on border communities and the state as a whole.

Monica Villalobos joins Becky Lynn & Nick Ciletti and explains the economic of legal and illegal immigration in border communities and the state as a whole.

Attorney General Kris Mayes joins Becky Lynn & Nick Ciletti and discusses her lawsuit against Presidet Trump and his immigration actions, including regarding stripping birthright citizenship. 

Mayor Doug Nicholls joins Becky Lynn & Nick Ciletti and explains how illegal immigration has taxed his city's resources and what has changed at the southern border since President Trump took office.

Ileana Salinas tells Becky Lynn and Nick Ciletti her personal story serving undocumented, SACA and mixed immigration status families in Arizona.

Mary Rabago joins Becky Lynn & Nick Ciletti and shares her perspective on past anti-immigration in Arizona and how current actions may impact Arizona in the long run.

Heidi Hommel & Ben Brown join Becky Lynn and Nick Ciletti and discuss their reporting on the southern border and laws passed by Arizona's legislature related to immigration.

KTAR News Anchor Becky Lynn & ABC 15 Anchor Nick Ciletti host an immigration round table and examine the current state of immigration in Arizona. They look at the challenges law enforcement and municipalities face and the families impacted by policies enacted by the new White House Administration.,