Katie Hobbs, Governor of Arizona
Government

Arizona sees 8.2% drop in individual income taxes collections in 2024

Bygrand canyon timesMay 7, 2026

Out of the $23.6 billion in total tax revenue collected by Arizona in 2024, $4.8 billion came from individual income taxes, representing a decrease from the previous year, when the total was $5.2 billion, according to the U.S. Census Bureau’s Annual Survey of State Government Tax Collections (STC).

Former Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey, left, and University of Pennsylvania male swimmer Will "Lia" Thomas
Sports

Arizona among 29 states banning boys from playing girls’ high school sports

State Farm Stadium
News

Carson Beck begins Cardinals career with focus on learning and competition

Eric Wilkey, President of Arizona Grain, Inc.
Business

Wheat futures close lower across major markets on May 7

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Eric Wilkey, President of Arizona Grain, Inc.
Business

Arizona Grain highlights community development and ethanol production leadership

Bygrand canyon timesMay 7, 2026

Arizona Grain announced its ongoing efforts to support community development through agricultural leadership and renewable energy projects. The company highlighted job creation via Pinal Energy and detailed its operations across multiple locations. Its commitment includes advancing animal feed solutions and pioneering ethanol production.

Former Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey, left, and University of Pennsylvania male swimmer Will "Lia" Thomas
Sports

Arizona among 29 states banning boys from playing girls’ high school sports

An analysis by Grand Canyon Times shows that, following President Donald Trump’s Feb. 5 executive order titled “Keeping Men Out of Women’s Sports,” Arizona is one of 29 states following the order that bans biological males from playing on female sports teams.
Kate Brophy McGee, Vice Chair District 3 at Maricopa County
Government

Maricopa County launches telehealth mental health program for students

Maricopa County has announced a new telehealth program bringing mental health services directly into local schools via provider Cartwheel. The initiative aims for rapid response times so no student waits months or faces financial barriers accessing behavioral healthcare.
Sandra Watson President and CEO, Arizona Commerce Authority
Non-profit

United Foods International opens new manufacturing facility in Phoenix

United Foods International celebrated the opening of its large-scale food manufacturing plant in Phoenix on May 7. The company expects increased production capacity along with up to 100 local jobs created at full operation.
Jon Vander Ark President and Chief Executive Officer
Business

Republic Services reports first quarter 2026 financial results

Bygrand canyon timesMay 7, 2026

Republic Services reported higher net income in the first quarter of 2026 compared to last year. The company highlighted disciplined pricing and continued investment strategies as drivers behind its earnings growth.

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News

Reggie Virgil, Karson Sharar and Jayden Williams sign rookie contracts with Cardinals

The Arizona Cardinals signed rookies Reggie Virgil, Karson Sharar, and Jayden Williams following this year’s draft picks. The trio will join minicamp practices while competing for roles heading into next season.
Sean R. Keveney J.D., Chief Counsel of FDA
Government

Biologics firms ranked second for FDA inspections among Arizona companies in 2025

In 2025, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) carried out inspections at 21 biologics companies located in Arizona.
William C. Dunkelberg Chief Economist
Non-profit

NFIB reports employment index falls below 2025 average in latest jobs report

The National Federation of Independent Business reports that its Small Business Employment Index dropped below last year’s average in April. Ongoing challenges include difficulty finding qualified workers and unresolved state policy issues affecting Arizona businesses.