OPINION — In response to Mel Meter’s editorial comments supporting the proposed 14% rate increase in one year by for-profit monopoly, APS, I offer my comments and observations. more

AMAC Certified Social Security Advisor Russell Gloor answers questions about Social Security. more

OPINION — Gilbert voters spoke clearly this election, and I hear that message loud and clear. Our residents expect us to focus on results — reducing debt, addressing affordability, strengthening our economy and restoring public trust. more

Across the U.S., it’s a hot summer, and electricity prices are high. Various public officials and corporate websites suggest that people set their thermostats to 78 degrees Fahrenheit, or even 81, as a way to stay relatively cool without breaking the bank. more

OPINION — Every July 30, World Day Against Trafficking in Persons serves as a reminder that preventing human trafficking is a responsibility shared by every community. While law enforcement plays a critical role, lasting prevention also depends on businesses, organizations and individuals working together to recognize the signs of exploitation, support survivors and make communities safer. more

OPINION — Now that all the votes have been counted and the results are final, I want to share a few words with the people of Fountain Hills. History reminds us that meaningful change rarely … more

OPINION — Are self-respect and dignity still valid attributes? My husband taught our son that you don’t argue with a cop; he’s just doing his job — and often risking his/her life in the process. You present your case to the judge for a hearing. more

OPINION — Sherri James claims to respect election results, yet her recent letter does the exact opposite by declaring that winning candidates have "done nothing to earn respect" and dismissing the … more

OPINION — At a recent town hall, our Congressional representative Abe Hamadeh characterized the nearby protesters as communists. more

OPINION — Phoenix has been addressing our housing challenges head on. By December 2025, the  city reached its Housing Phoenix Plan  goal of creating or preserving 50,000 housing units, … more

George Roof thinks climate change is — flat out, all of it — a hoax, according to his recent letter: “Am I a fool for dismissing climate change?” In his letter, he made reference to my earlier letter, “Americans can’t ignore climate change.” more

The artificial intelligence boom in the United States is being matched by a data center building boom. There are more than 3,000 data centers in the U.S. and another 1,500 in development, according to a Pew Research Center analysis. more

OPINION — Respect? A letter writer says that the election results deserve respect. Of course, we respect the election results (we’re not election deniers), but the candidates have done nothing to … more

OPINION — In recent years, conversations around mental health have become more open, more honest and, thankfully, more accepted. Yet for many Arizonans, one obstacle has changed very little: the ability to afford care. more

OPINION — Those born in the middle of the 20th century may have shared the American dream of raising a healthy and secure family. The path to their dream was self-reliance with minimal government … more

OPINION — I believe the blatant truth is oozing out. When left-wing demonstrators are videoed, they show predominantly white middle-aged individuals. They usually show no black people or men. … more

On July 20, citing “discriminatory treatment of American products” by the Canadian regime, U.S. President Donald Trump signed three proclamations raising Americans’ taxes. more

For many families, back-to-school season means buying supplies, adjusting schedules... more

OPINION — For one day, federal immigration agents were told to stop conducting most vehicle stops. Then President Trump overruled the decision on Truth Social. more

I keep hearing people argue over property taxes as though this is just another budget fight. It isn’t. The Boston Tea Party … more