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The Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) has completed the reconstruction of the Interstate 10 and Orange Grove Road interchange, reopening it to traffic on Wednesday morning.

Fountain Hills Democrat opposes Arizona Healthy Schools Act despite initial support

With Arizona leaders unifying statewide to support the Trump administration's initiative for healthier schools, a Maricopa County leader has opposed the move.

Arizona Game and Fish Commission announces upcoming public meeting in Yuma

The Arizona Game and Fish Commission is scheduled to hold its next public meeting on Friday, February 14, in Yuma, Arizona.

I-10 Broadway Curve adds new travel lanes as improvement project progresses

The Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) has announced the opening of newly constructed travel lanes on Interstate 10 in the Broadway Curve area.

NFIB reports unchanged job openings amid economic optimism

By Grand Canyon Times | Feb 11, 2025

The latest jobs report from the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) indicates that 35% of small business owners reported unfilled job openings in January, a figure unchanged from December.

Small businesses face rising uncertainty amid optimism: NFIB survey

By Grand Canyon Times | Feb 11, 2025

The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index saw a decline of 2.3 points in January, settling at 102.8.

Southbound I-17 in Phoenix closed for improvements this weekend

By Grand Canyon Times | Feb 11, 2025

Southbound Interstate 17 in north Phoenix will be closed this weekend for pavement and bridge improvements, as announced by the Arizona Department of Transportation.

Arizona honors black pioneers in public health during Black History Month

By Grand Canyon Times | Feb 10, 2025

February is Black History Month, a period dedicated to acknowledging and celebrating the achievements of the Black community.

US 60 reopens between Superior and Miami after rock removal

By Grand Canyon Times | Feb 7, 2025

US 60 has reopened between Superior and Miami following a prolonged closure due to the removal of unstable rock.

House passes bill for veteran center land transfer in Northern Arizona

The House of Representatives has passed H.R.837, a bill introduced by Rep. Eli Crane (R-AZ).

Analysis: Arizona among 25 states that ban boys from playing girls’ high school sports

As President Biden revealed new rules regarding Title IX protections in April of 2024, which redefined “sex” to include “gender-identity,” an analysis by Grand Canyon Times shows that Arizona is one of 25 states that ban boys from playing in girls’ high school sports.

Ramp closures planned for loop freeways in East Valley

The Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) has announced upcoming ramp closures as part of ongoing widening projects on Loop 101 (Pima Freeway) and Loop 202 (Santan Freeway) in the East Valley.

I-17 overnight closures scheduled for Bumble Bee Bridge removal

The Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) has announced overnight closures on southbound Interstate 17 at Bumble Bee Road from February 10 to February 12.

Tucson officer honored for averting potential tragedy at local charter school

A school safety officer from the Tucson Police Department was recognized for his brave actions during an incident involving an armed intruder at Legacy Charter School.

Weekend freeway closures planned in Phoenix area due to improvement projects

Improvement projects will result in closures or lane restrictions on Phoenix-area freeways this weekend, the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) has announced.

ADOT completes US 95 widening project near Yuma

The Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) has finalized a significant infrastructure project on US 95, enhancing the road between Yuma and the Yuma Proving Ground.

Arizona inflation rate outpaces national average as of December 2024

As of December 2024, Arizona experienced a 21.8% increase in prices of goods and services since January 2021, compared to the nationwide trend of a 20.7% increase.

Arizona House GOP pushes wildfire mitigation in 2025 majority plan

Arizona House Republicans are advancing legislation aimed at mitigating the threat of wildfires as part of their 2025 Majority Plan.

Eastbound I-10 closure planned between SR51 and US60 for bridge work

The Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) has announced the closure of eastbound Interstate 10 between State Route 51 and US 60 for bridge work.

North Phoenix faces major weekend closures on Interstate I-17