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A dozen states sue the Trump administration to stop tariff policy

In a release, Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes called Trump's tariff scheme “insane”, “economically reckless”, and “illegal”.

U.S. citizen detained for 10 days by immigration officials may not have known what he was signing

A 19-year-old man who was held by immigration officials for ten days may not have been aware of what he was doing, when he allegedly signed a paper provided by authorities, admitting to having entered the country illegally.

The Buzz sits down with AZ Treasurer Kimberly Yee

Yee talks about her job, new initiatives and financial literacy.

In the middle of a hepatitis outbreak, U.S. shutters the one CDC lab that could help

All 27 scientists at this CDC lab were told their duties were "unnecessary," and now viral outbreak investigations have been halted

Trump plans order to cut funding for NPR and PBS

President Trump is expected to propose rescinding $1.1 billion — two years worth of funding for the Corporation for Public Broadcasting.

Fondomonte asks that AZ AG's lawsuit be dropped in court filing

The Saudi-backed alfalfa farm's answer to a civil complaint seeks an end to the suit and legal fees.

Tucson City Council’s Richard Fimbres announces retirement

A new council member will be appointed to serve until November.

Hobbs warns GOP budget fix could gut disability services, Paid Caregiver Program

Governor Hobbs is pushing back on a GOP budget plan she says threatens disability services and cuts paid caregiver hours for thousands of Arizona families.

NOAA contracts are being reviewed one by one, throwing the agency into chaos

"Lots of stuff will break," a NOAA staffer said. "It's just a matter of time."

The Buzz: Willcox community members talk about the AMA

People express trepidation and hope about the future of water in northern Cochise County.

Trump's coal executive order draws mixed reactions from Navajo Nation leaders

President Donald Trump’s coal order splits Navajo leaders—some see jobs and revenue, others warn of health risks and clinging to a fading industry.

Border Czar addresses Arizona lawmakers

He strongly defended the Trump Administration's actions.

Democrats pushback on Arizona ICE Act

Democrats oppose the Arizona ICE Act, warning it mirrors 287g policies and could lead to racial profiling without improving public safety or stopping drug crime.

The Buzz: Wildfire and home insurance

As wildfires grow in frequency, some homeowners say they are losing their insurance.

As immigration enforcement intensifies, Tucson families are separated

While the Trump administration is ramping up immigration enforcement, families of U.S. citizens in Tucson are among those being split, including one man separated from his wife and son, despite following all the steps to legally stay in the country.

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