Arizona State University ranks No. 2 in the nation for its efforts in recruiting recent college graduates to work as educators for two years in low-income neighborhoods around the country as part of Teach for America.
Arizona implemented at least six new policies or incentives supporting energy efficiency during 2021, according to data obtained from the Database of State Incentives for Renewables & Efficiency (DSIRE).
In 2021, Arizona had 78,274 OASDI widow and parent beneficiaries, ranking it the 16th highest in the United States by number of beneficiaries, according to the Social Security Administration.
There were 48 deaths from cerebrovascular diseases reported in Arizona in the week ending Dec. 24, making up 3.9% of total deaths by all causes in Arizona.
There were 71 deaths from chronic lower respiratory diseases reported in Arizona in the week ending Dec. 24, making up 5.8% of total deaths by all causes in Arizona.
Governor Doug Ducey ordered flags at all state buildings be lowered to half-staff sunrise to sunset, Wednesday, December 21, in honor of fallen firefighter Mark Fowl.
Arizona Autism Charter Schools, the only public charter schools for students with autism in Arizona and the first charter in the West dedicated to serving neuro-divergent learners, has been named America’s most innovative and effective educational organization winning the $1 million Yass Prize, education’s largest and most prestigious award.
Governor Doug Ducey announced more than $26 million in funding for critical programs that support the mental health and well-being of veterans and first responders.
There were 22 deaths from nephritis, nephrotic syndrome and nephrosis reported in Arizona in the week ending Dec. 24, making up 1.8% of total deaths by all causes in Arizona.
There were 25 deaths from influenza and pneumonia reported in Arizona in the week ending Dec. 24, making up two% of total deaths by all causes in Arizona.
The Arizona Commerce Authority (ACA), Arizona’s public-private partnership that seeks to attract business to the state and make starting a business here easier, is preparing to undergo its second gubernatorial transition.