The Trump administration cut funding to Hispanic-Serving Institutions, calling them racially discriminatory. How the cuts will affect Arizona universities. Plus, how the ongoing Colorado River talks could impact utilities’ credit ratings.
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Justin Stabley/KJZZLast September, the Trump administration announced major cuts to Minority-Serving Institutions, including so-called Hispanic-Serving Institutions. There are 21 of those in Arizona. -
Kavram/Getty ImagesThe seven Colorado River basin states have less than a week until a deadline to put forward a plan for how to divide up water in the over-allocated river. -
Alisa Reznick/KJZZTucson City Council meetings were packed with residents protesting Project Blue data center residents were concerned about excessive energy and water use. -
National Association of Addiction Treatment Providers/HandoutJaime Vinck is the president of the Meadows Behavioral Health here in Phoenix, which offers inpatient and outpatient treatment for people struggling with addiction. She knows many people are scared to admit they need help. -
Tech Launch Arizona/KJZZSixty-million tons of produce is destined for the landfill every year. The U.S. Agriculture Department says food waste accounts for up to 40% of the total food supply.
