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The openly gay Republican has built his political career opposing LGBTQ+ inclusion — particularly transgender rights. He's reposted antisemitic conspiracy theories and claimed to be a reincarnated "Black gangbanger." Still, he's been endorsed by sitting and past lawmakers.
Genesis says she was restrained and interrogated for hours after being accused of soliciting sex. Her account, shared with Rep. Yassamin Ansari, adds to growing allegations of abuse inside Eloy Detention Center.
Robert Rowley, a self-described Zionist and centrist Democrat, has made posts degrading Muslims, threatened Jewish Democratic members, and has a history of incendiary conduct. Democrats can’t get rid of him.
Plaintiffs argue the proposed constitutional amendment extends beyond girls' sports despite its title.
The Phoenix-based operator of Wasted Ink Zine Distro gives a rundown of what zines are popping off, what reads are worth re-opening, and how they all help make sense of our world.
As more queer travelers take to the river, some Grand Canyon outfitters are rethinking what safety means — both on the water and off it.
As Phoenix cracks down on outreach in public parks, advocates, doctors, neighborhood leaders and unhoused residents share concerns over what comes next, and question if the city is helping anyone.
The Arizona State Liquor Board spent hours debating leather culture, cruising, and allegations tied to a California bar before determining the real issue was whether the business had properly disclosed its ownership.
As Phoenix cracks down on outreach in public parks, advocates, doctors, neighborhood leaders and unhoused residents share concerns over what comes next, and question if the city is helping anyone.
Genesis says she was restrained and interrogated for hours after being accused of soliciting sex. Her account, shared with Rep. Yassamin Ansari, adds to growing allegations of abuse inside Eloy Detention Center.
As federal officials increase scrutiny of humanitarian programs, immigrants with U visas, DACA and other protections face new uncertainty.
More than half a million people in the U.S. are DACA recipients. According to recent numbers, nearly 11% are queer and face uncertainty.
Council makes sweeping restrictions on harm reduction outreach and food distribution at city parks — a move critics say will cost lives.
At a public hormone injection event in Tucson, participants challenged stigma and growing political attacks on gender-affirming care.
Providers warn the city’s park ordinance could undermine HIV prevention efforts targeting unhoused residents.
As the Supreme Court weighs the future of state bans, a faith-based conference in Arizona shows how conversion therapy is being rebranded and revived.
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