AMAC Certified Social Security Advisor answers questions about Social Security. more

OPINION — Were sanctuary cities, by progressive’s design, assembled to be socialist voting strongholds? Multitudes of illegal aliens overwhelmed cities carrying immense expectations that have … more

OPINION — State Medicaid programs are heading toward a fiscal wall. Nationwide, state leaders are grappling with severely strapped budgets, rising healthcare costs and shrinking revenues. To make matters worse, the federal government has begun pulling back match funding and aggressively deferring payments, holding back over $1 billion in federal Medicaid transfers to states while demanding stricter documentation. With federal dollars tightening, states are bracing for severe budget cuts in 2027. more

This Labor Day, we celebrate the men and women whose hard work keeps the country running. But, in Delaware, many of those same workers face a real threat: Pay union dues or lose their jobs. more

For the first time, Arizonans will select a lieutenant governor in November. The new office will be the No. 2 position in state government. Gov. Katie Hobbs raised eyebrows when she named former Mesa … more

OPINION — Giving birth can be deadly. In 2024 in the United States, 17.9 women per 100,000 live births died during pregnancy or within 42 days after childbirth. That is double or triple the number in other high-income countries, and much higher than in English-speaking peer countries Australia (3.5), Britain (5.5) and Canada (8.4).  more

OPINION — If Will Rogers were here today, he might have something to say: Well, I’ve been watching this country for a spell now, and I’ll tell you something that may not sit easy: … more

East Valley school leaders debate land acknowledgement This is a ridiculous waste of time. — Tom S. Get over it! Heritage is important and should be honored, but it does not have to be … more

OPINION — Life was a struggle for Nathan Straus from the very start. In 1854, his Jewish family immigrated from Germany when he was 6. Told that business opportunities were good in the South, the family settled here. more

OPINION — I would like to offer some commentary on the great opinion piece, The Long Run: Glendale native dispels myths about stuttering, by Kaleb Brown. I have had issues with stuttering in my life and thought that Brown made great points that the media has consistently portrayed stuttering as a negative or undesirable way of speaking. more

OPINION — Tempe has decided to discontinue Flock license-plate readers that have helped law enforcement connect cases and solve crimes. Mayor Corey Woods, in a statement, said: “We have to be able to provide public safety in a way that maintains the trust of our community. For Tempe, that means taking these cameras down.” more

OPINION — We’ve been experiencing another summer of extreme heat, the leading cause of weather-related deaths. Extended exposure to high temperatures increases the risk of developing illnesses, like heat stroke, and exacerbates other existing ailments, such as heart disease or diabetes. The situation is worse in low-income areas and communities of color, for they are disproportionately more likely to experience extreme heat, and residents are less able pay more for increased air-conditioner electric bills. more

Here are some comments about stories happening in Surprise. more

OPINION — I was extremely disappointed in your article “Peoria Unified prohibits literature works based on ‘No DEI’ policy” in the recent August/September 2026 Peoria Independent. more

OPINION — Every election season, political signs begin appearing at busy intersections, along neighborhood streets, and outside local businesses. Some people see them as visual clutter. Others see … more

There are so many divisive issues competing for our attention: unaffordability of basic necessities; distrust of professionals/educated citizens; multiple assaults on (previously) close allies; urgency for dealing with climate change; continuous attempts to undermine confidence in elections’ processes/outcomes and long-held constitutional principles; and more. more

OPINION — Phoenix has a strong economy. It’s at risk of drying up with long-term water cuts and an uncertain future. Phoenix needs municipal leaders who understand that conservation alone is not enough. We cannot save our way to a water surplus. We must invest in new supplies, new technology and infrastructure that allow us to reuse the water we already have. more

OPINION — Readers, notice the recent GOP attacks on socialism, the enemy of America. You may not notice but several candidates are saying, “the system is broken.” What people don’t realize is … more

To those who have expressed concern regarding my health issues, thank you. more

OPINION — As an Arizona citizen, I believe we should recognize public officials who demonstrate genuine servant leadership. Congressman Abe Hamadeh deserves that recognition. more