Arizona is showing off its place among the top 10 states withe the most job growth in the country. That’s according to new data by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, which showed that Arizona added nearly 76,000 jobs — a
By Melissa Stafford Jones, Regional Director, US Department of Health and Human Services, Region 9 In June, we celebrate Father’s Day, Men’s Health Month, and National Safety Month. These separate observances have a common theme—we can use them as an opportunity
(Washington, DC) — The Supreme Court couldn’t reach a decision for or against President Obama’s immigration reform on Thursday, leaving his executive actions on hold. The 4-4 decision also leaves undocumented immigrants in limbo, marking a major blow to Obama
Turns out, the year 2015 was a slow one when it comes to economic growth for our state. That’s according to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, which found Arizona grew an anemic 0.9 percent last year, half its rate
By: Wafa Shahid Cronkite News (Washington, DC) – Angry members of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus accused House Republicans on Wednesday of “compromising national security” with a proposal that would ban DREAMers from serving in the military. The proposal, offered as an
By Christina Tetreault | Cronkite News TEMPE — It’s here. Outside your door. The monsoon officially arrived Wednesday, descending on Arizona with its season of rain and dust storms, scorching heat and, often, destruction. Tempe is among the cities and organizations
TUCSON, Ariz. (June 15, 2016) – The Arizona Department of Housing, acting jointly with the Tucson Industrial Development Authority (IDA), announced that it has launched Pathway to Purchase, a new loan program for Tucsonans looking to become homeowners within city limits
By Veronica Acosta | Cronkite News WASHINGTON – The reaction in Washington to Sunday’s mass shooting in Orlando was swift and nearly unanimous, as statements and social media posts offered prayers and condolences for what the president called “a horrific massacre”
If you thought that scorpion you found in your backyard was big, wait until you see this. Six common insect types are on display for the public, from the Praying Mantis to the Desert Locust and more. Watch in fascination
By Krandall Brantley Cronkite News (Phoenix, AZ) – Recent bee attacks turned a normal summer day into a deadly encounter. Last month, a 22-year-old Louisiana man died after being stung more than 1,000 times while hiking in Usery Mountain Park in
