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Man allegedly tries to open emergency exit door on in-flight airplane

An Arizona man is in federal custody after allegedly attempting to open the emergency exit door on an Alaska Airlines plane as it was landing in Portland, Ore.

Agency seeks to treat poverty like an illness

A social service agency based in Detroit, Mich. is working to bring its unusual approach to poverty to Arizona.

Fire burns 15 acres of Tonto National Forest

Firefighters are attempting to get the upper hand on a wildfire north of Young, Ariz., on the Tonto National Forest.

Arpaio opponents protest as recall deadline nears

Thursday, 5 p.m.– that is the deadline to collect the 335,000 signatures needed to recall the self-proclaimed “toughest sheriff in America.”

Mexico creates investigative unit to find missing people

Officials in Mexico say the country has created a special investigative unit to search for missing people.

Infrared, drones among tools used to fight wildfires

As another dry and dangerous summer begins, Arizona’s response to wildfires is likely to include some high-tech elements.

Lawmakers say no to entry fee along Canadian-U.S. border

Lawmakers from northern states are saying “no” to a proposed study of a fee to enter the United States by land. They say it will hurt cities along the U.S. - Canadian border.

Democrats use public forum to examine Arizona National Guard allegations

A Democratic state lawmaker is holding a public forum Tuesday to review allegations of misconduct at the Arizona National Guard. The meeting comes after an investigation found ethical missteps and inappropriate sexual activity among guard members.

Arizona Senator John McCain makes a surprise visit to rebel forces in Syria

Arizona Senator John McCain spent his Memorial Day meeting with rebel leaders in Syria Monday.

Sheriff’s office to loan life jackets to boaters, funded by Native Air

The Maricopa County Sheriff's Office is getting a donation this week, in recognition of National Safe Boating Week.

Mice droppings and urine could lead to fatal disease

The Arizona Department of Health Services is urging people heading to their summer homes to be careful, during the cleaning process.

Campaign seeks to require labeling of foods containing GMOs

A Tucson activist is launching an initiative campaign this week aimed at requiring the labeling of foods containing genetically modified ingredients.

The cost of rising student loan debt

College graduation is a huge milestone. It also starts a countdown -- six months until the first student loan payment is due.

Giffords gives emotional graduation address

Former Arizona congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords spoke at a university graduation in New York Saturday.

Wildfires: containment versus control

With wildfire season upon us, it’s important to understand a key term you’ll hear a lot of -- how much of a fire is “contained.”

Prop 100 critic: Tax increase not the end of the world

Three years ago, Arizona voters overwhelmingly approved Proposition 100, a temporary one cent sales tax increase.

Fewer Arizonans to travel this Memorial Day

Fewer Arizonans will be traveling this holiday weekend than last year.

Craft breweries selling beer aged with Louisville Sluggers

Arizona is one of several states selling beer aged with baseball bats this Memorial Day Weekend, to help military families.

Navajo Nation suit against Urban Outfitters on hold

The Navajo Nation’s case against Urban Outfitters is on hold while the parties work toward a settlement. The Nation sued Urban Outfitters in March of last year, saying the clothing company violated trademarks of the Navajo name.

Apache County cites states' rights with Mexican Gray Wolf ordinance

Apache County Supervisors have passed an ordinance that prohibits state and federal government from releasing Mexican Gray Wolves in the county. But the measure is drawing criticism from environmentalists who want to protect the threatened wolf species.