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

OPINION — America has a shortage of healthcare workers, and patients are paying the price. Many communities, especially in rural areas, do not have enough doctors, registered nurses and advanced-practice registered nurses to meet basic healthcare needs. Providers cluster in urban markets while rural communities are left with too few options. Interstate licensure compacts can help fix that. more

Recently, a Milford-area nurse practitioner and mom was killed by her husband, who then turned the gun on himself, leaving two children without their parents and a community scrambling to react, offer support and manage trauma and grief. more

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported nearly 1,700 confirmed cases of “explosive diarrhea” across 34 states as of mid-July, including at least 20 in Arizona, and was … more

In the wake of the Arizona Supreme Court ruling siding with Maricopa County Recorder Justin Heap over the Board of Supervisors in their fight over election duties, our July 13 Question of the Week … more

OPINION — It has been more than a year since President Trump initiated his tariff program to revive the U.S. economy. The on-again, off-again nature of the policy approach and the successful legal challenges to his tariffs have raised trade-policy uncertainty to high levels. more

OPINION — An old joke says, “A woman had two sons. One went to sea as a sailor; the other became vice president of the United States. And neither was ever heard from again.” more

OPINION — The 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States is a moment to celebrate the ideals that gave birth to this country. But the anniversary also presents an opportunity to ask a difficult question: What does it mean to honor a nation founded on equality when its tax code continues to reinforce inequality? more

OPINION — Recently, there has been national news coverage regarding an increase in cyclosporiasis, pronounced (sigh-clo-spore-EYE-uh-sis), reported in regions across the country. In Arizona, our numbers of reported cases of cyclosporiasis remain low. However, because summer is the peak season for this illness, the Arizona Department of Health Services wants to make sure that you have the facts and simple tools you need to keep your kitchen safe, healthy and worry-free.  more

OPINION — As Arizona monsoons roll in, it’s important to check in on the older adults in your life — whether it’s a neighbor, friend or family member. Before extreme August temperatures arrive in full force, and more

Watching some of these county officials argue against the property tax amendment has been eye opening. more

OPINION — Oshkosh, Wisconsin, is considering a one-year moratorium on data centers due to water consumption and land use. This proposal is part of a wider debate as communities cope with the increasing resource demands of the data-center boom. What if data centers used no water at all? A hyperscale facility in Phoenix is estimated to save 138 million gallons annually, using an advanced thermal cooling system. more

OPINION — Did you know Mark Kelly’s staff and Ruben Gallego personally came to Surprise to discuss how we stop the ICE “concentration camp” from opening in our city? more

WASHINGTON — The League of Women Voters issued the following statement from CEO Celina Stewart following President Donald Trump’s address... more

OPINION — I would like to help Sun City resident Jill Duckett, quoted in the Independent (EPCOR proposes water rate increase for Sun City), better understand EPCOR’s water rate structure. more

Do you remember when it was “global warming”? Do you remember when a 15-year-old, mentally challenged girl stood up at the United Nations and castigated anyone who spoke out against “climate change”? more

What are the best and worst things about summer in Delaware? Entertainment, beaches and local produce? Traffic, bugs, heat and humidity? more

OPINION — As an elementary-school counselor, I have the opportunity every day to work with kids who are still learning about social interaction. The students I interact with are in the earliest stages of forming empathy, learning how to build relationships and understanding how their words and actions affect others. These are critical skills that will shape the adults they become, but I fear that much of that development has shifted online. more

Every allegation deserves to be taken seriously. Every child deserves to be protected. Every accused person deserves due process. And every community deserves the truth. more

OPINION — When most Arizonans think about elections, they think about governor, Congress or the Legislature. Few think about the Arizona Corporation Commission. more