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Professional Announcements

Monday, January 26, 2026

Arizona Department of Gaming appoints Juan Carlos Estrada to lead boxing and MMA division

The Arizona Department of Gaming announced the appointment of Juan Carlos Estrada as executive director of boxing and mixed martial arts.

Wednesday, January 21, 2026

Arizona Media Association names Tregg White President and CEO

The Arizona Media Association and the Arizona Local News Foundation said they have named Tregg White as their next President and CEO.

Friday, January 16, 2026

USDA announces APHIS leadership changes

The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced leadership changes at the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service.

Friday, January 16, 2026

Menlo Dental Transitions promotes David Haynes to Arizona market leader

Menlo Dental Transitions announced that David Haynes, MBA, has been promoted to market leader of dental practice sales in Arizona.

Friday, January 16, 2026

Nox Group announces executive promotions and leadership realignment

Nox Group announced a series of executive promotions and organizational changes at its Phoenix headquarters and across its Southwest operations as it responds to increased demand for industrial construction projects nationwide.

Monday, December 15, 2025

Judge Andrew Becke: Civil litigation expert on Arizona’s appellate bench

In May 2025, the Arizona judiciary welcomed Judge Andrew Becke to the Arizona Court of Appeals, Division One, filling one of the vacancies created by retirements and promotions within the appellate court.

Monday, December 15, 2025

Judge Veronika Fabian: Bringing community advocacy to the appellate bench

In a transformative addition to Arizona’s judiciary in 2025, Judge Veronika Fabian took her seat on the Arizona Court of Appeals, Division One following her appointment by Gov. Katie Hobbs on May 16, 2025.

Monday, December 15, 2025

Judge Elizabeth T. Bingert: A new voice on Maricopa County’s Superior Court

In October 2025, Gov. Katie Hobbs appointed Elizabeth T. Bingert to the Maricopa County Superior Court, adding a seasoned legal mind to Arizona’s largest trial court.

Friday, December 12, 2025

Eastern District judges keep Eric Grant in post as US Attorney

Chief U.S. District Judge Troy L. Nunley has sworn in Eric Grant as the court-appointed U.S. attorney for the Eastern District of California, allowing him to remain the region’s top federal law enforcement official after his 120-day interim appointment expired and until a presidential nominee is confirmed by the U.S. Senate.

Friday, December 12, 2025

Fennemore Marks 140 Years With Focus on Growth and Innovation

Fennemore is marking 140 years since its founding and outlining plans for continued growth in the legal industry. The firm, founded in 1885 in the Arizona Territory with two lawyers, now has 375 attorneys operating in 65 cities across the country.

Monday, December 8, 2025

UBS expands Justin Frame’s leadership role to Tucson office

UBS Global Wealth Management has assigned Justin Frame, Managing Director and Market Executive for the Pacific Desert Market, to also lead the firm’s Tucson office.

Friday, December 5, 2025

Prescott College Board of Trustees announces appointment of nineteenth president

The Prescott College Board of Trustees has announced the return of Dr. Dan Garvey as the 19th President of Prescott College. Dr. Garvey was the longest serving president in the history of Prescott College (2000-2010). He will assume this position on January 1, 2026 following the November 2025 retirement of President Dr. Barbara Morris.

Friday, December 5, 2025

DOJ defends Bondi’s authority to appoint First US Attorney in LA

The Justice Department is urging a federal judge to shut down a renewed constitutional challenge to First Assistant U.S. Attorney Bilal A. Essayli’s position, arguing this week that U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi had full authority to appoint him, while courts in two other states have ruled the opposite about similarly installed federal prosecutors.

Monday, November 24, 2025

Educare Network names new board members, launches national advisory council

The national Educare Network has appointed three members to its Board of Directors and formed its first Advisory Council as it transitions into an independent organization working across 25 schools in 15 states, the District of Columbia, and the Winnebago Reservation in Nebraska.

Monday, November 17, 2025

Gallagher & Kennedy ranked by Best Law Firms® in 2026

Gallagher & Kennedy, a full-service litigation and business transaction law firm, has been recognized in the 2026 edition of Best Law Firms®, a testament to its unwavering commitment to legal excellence. Ranked by Best Law Firms in nine practice areas nationally and 42 practice areas in Phoenix and Santa Fe, Gallagher & Kennedy is proud to earn this distinguished and prestigious accolade.

Monday, November 17, 2025

ADG division of racing opens 2025–2026 racing season with record equine safety results and new racing director

As Arizona prepares to open the 2025–2026 live racing season, the Arizona Department of Gaming (“ADG”) is recognizing significant progress in horse racing safety.

Monday, November 10, 2025

Jones Day partner Eric C. Tung wins 9th Circuit confirmation, 52–45

On a party-line vote, U.S. Senate voted 52-45 Wednesday to confirm Jones Day partner Eric C. Tung to the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals.

Wednesday, November 5, 2025

O’Connor Institute Opens Washington, D.C., Office and Launches Law Fellowship Program

The Sandra Day O’Connor Institute has opened a new satellite office in Washington, D.C., expanding its presence beyond its Phoenix, Arizona, headquarters.

Friday, October 31, 2025

UBS adds Bryan Davidson as financial advisor in Scottsdale office

UBS Global Wealth Management announced that Bryan Davidson has joined the firm as a financial advisor in its Scottsdale office.

Friday, October 31, 2025

Seyfarth Shaw immigration group departs for PwC spinoff Vialto Law

In another sign of the emergence of alternative business structures for U.S. legal services, a group of 30 attorneys and other immigration professionals have departed Seyfarth Shaw LLP for Vialto Law, a global mobility consultancy that began in the U.K.

Wednesday, October 29, 2025

Street Smart wins ITS Arizona Award for Traffic Signal Project in Scottsdale

Street Smart received the Best Use of an Intelligent Transportation System award at the 2025 ITS Arizona Annual Conference, held Oct. 8–9 at the Mesa Convention Center.

Wednesday, October 29, 2025

Five Jackson Lewis attorneys named to 2026 Best Lawyers in America list

Five attorneys from the Phoenix office of Jackson Lewis P.C. have been named to the 2026 edition of The Best Lawyers in America.

Friday, October 17, 2025

Goldman Sachs honors Nextiva CEO Tomas Gorny as one of 2025’s Most Exceptional Entrepreneurs

Goldman Sachs (NYSE: GS) has recognized Tomas Gorny, co-founder and chief executive officer of Nextiva, as one of the Most Exceptional Entrepreneurs of 2025 at its Builders and Innovators Summit in Healdsburg, California.

Wednesday, October 15, 2025

Chandler Cultural Foundation appoints two new board members

The Chandler Cultural Foundation has added two new members to its managing board, Eric Piepenbrink and Kim McCarthy. Both were appointed by Mayor Kevin Hartke.

Wednesday, October 15, 2025

Chandler Cultural Foundation appoints two new board members

The Chandler Cultural Foundation has added two new members to its managing board, Eric Piepenbrink and Kim McCarthy. Both were appointed by Mayor Kevin Hartke.

Friday, October 10, 2025

Nautic Partners acquires Cenavera Nutrition in partnership with management

Nautic Partners announced that, in partnership with management, it has completed the acquisition of Cenavera Nutrition LLC from Harkness Capital Partners.

Friday, October 10, 2025

Greg Powers joins TritonPoint Partners as Partner and Managing Director

TritonPoint Partners announced that Greg Powers has joined the firm as partner and managing director, expanding its presence with offices in Scottsdale, Arizona, and San Diego, California.

Wednesday, September 24, 2025

USDA announces new presidential appointments, state directors

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins on Monday announced new presidential appointments and state directors at the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

Wednesday, September 24, 2025

Jackson Lewis Principal Amy J. Gittler recognized in Chambers USA 2025 Guide

Nationwide employment law firm Jackson Lewis P.C. is pleased to announce Principal Amy J. Gittler has been recognized in the 2025 Chambers USA Guide for her labor and employment practice.

Friday, September 19, 2025

Space Ocean appoints Susan Sirois as Chief Human Resources Officer

Space Ocean Corp, a leader in orbital logistics and in-space infrastructure development, is proud to announce the appointment of Susan Sirois as its new Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO).

Friday, September 19, 2025

Kidder Mathews welcomes office specialist Tom Jacobs in Phoenix

Kidder Mathews is pleased to welcome Tom Jacobs as Senior Vice President in its Phoenix office.

Monday, September 15, 2025

Hawaii judge assigned after Central District recusal in U.S. attorney dispute

Chief Judge Mary H. Murguia of the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals has assigned a Hawaii judge to consider a defense motion to disqualify Acting U.S. Attorney Bilal A. Essayli of Los Angeles after every judge in the Central District of California was recused from the case.

Monday, September 15, 2025

Seaport Entertainment names Matt Partridge CEO, board changes announced

Seaport Entertainment Group Inc. announced the appointment of Matt Partridge as president and chief executive officer. Partridge will succeed Anton Nikodemus, who will remain with the company as a special advisor until Nov. 3, 2025.

Monday, September 8, 2025

Grass League names Jason Pritchett First General Counsel and Acting Commissioner

The Grass League, which bills itself as the world’s first high-stakes par-3 golf league, has appointed Jason Pritchett of Aprio Legal as its first general counsel and acting commissioner.

Monday, September 8, 2025

Wealth.com adds four members to advisory board

Wealth.com, an estate planning platform for financial advisors, has added four members to its advisory board.

Friday, September 5, 2025

Gallagher & Kennedy welcomes 2025 incoming associates

We are thrilled to welcome three talented first-year attorneys to the firm: Sarah LeFevre, Kyle James, and Angela Sheppard. All three previously worked at the firm as summer associates and return to Gallagher & Kennedy after graduating from law school in May. Their admission to the Bar is pending admittance this October.

Friday, September 5, 2025

Doctors want lower drug costs -- but not like this

Roughly 30% of American patients have skipped doses of their medicines, cut pills in half, or declined to fill a prescription due to cost concerns in the past year.

Wednesday, August 27, 2025

Best Lawyers in America® 2026 recognizes 57 Gallagher & Kennedy attorneys, two named “Lawyer Of The Year”

Gallagher & Kennedy is pleased to announce that 57 of its attorneys across 49 practice areas have been selected for inclusion in the 2026 edition of The Best Lawyers In America® and Ones To Watch®.

Friday, August 22, 2025

Dynamic Wealth Advisors named fastest-growing RIA in Arizona

Dynamic Wealth Advisors, the Registered Investment Advisor arm of Dynamic Advisor Solutions, has been named to Citywire RIA’s “50 Growers Across America 2025” list as the fastest-growing RIA in Arizona.

Wednesday, August 20, 2025

Kiersten Murphy returns to Gallagher & Kennedy, adding to the firm’s respected litigation practice

Gallagher & Kennedy is thrilled to announce the return of shareholder Kiersten A. Murphy to its litigation and public bidding and procurement practices. Kiersten originally joined the firm in 2004 after a post-law school judicial clerkship and returns after 10 years operating her own firm.

Wednesday, August 13, 2025

Secretary Rollins announces USDA presidential appointments, naming full slate of under secretaries

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins announced President Trump’s nominations of key USDA leadership at the Iowa State Fair. This rounds out the senior leadership of USDA.

Friday, August 1, 2025

Adam Gordon appointed as U.S. attorney for the Southern District of California

Southern District of California judges voted Monday to appoint interim U.S. Attorney Adam Gordon of San Diego to the position.

Monday, July 28, 2025

Conquer Padel awards first U.S. franchise to former Planet Fitness operators

Conquer Padel has announced a franchise agreement with fitness industry operators Alex, Greg, and Robert Baker, marking the first official padel franchise awarded in the United States. The agreement includes plans to open 50 Conquer Padel clubs nationwide.

Monday, July 28, 2025

Scottsdale area Chamber of Commerce announces new additions to FY2026 board of directors

The Scottsdale Area Chamber of Commerce proudly announces its FY2026 Board of Directors. This diverse and dynamic group is poised to continue the Chamber’s legacy of leadership, advocacy, and community engagement.

Friday, July 25, 2025

Robbins Geller seeks about $28M for Zoom settlement

Robbins Geller Rudman & Dowd LLP asked a San Francisco federal judge to finalize a $150 million settlement, and fees estimated at $28 million, in a consolidated action between investors and Zoom Communications Inc. over claims of lies about the security of video conferences.

Wednesday, July 23, 2025

Jonathan Litster appointed to three committees of The American Association For Justice

G&K is pleased to announce that associate attorney Jonathan Litster has been appointed to serve on three national committees within the American.

Friday, July 11, 2025

Gerald L. Salzman, 1939 – 2025

Gerald L. Salzman, the longtime president, CEO, CFO, treasurer and director of the Daily Journal Corporation, died July 1. He was 86.

Wednesday, July 9, 2025

Trump nominates Jones Day partner Eric Tung to 9th Circuit

President Donald Trump announced Wednesday afternoon that he plans to nominate Jones Day partner Eric C. Tung, a former clerk to U.S. Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia and Neil M. Gorsuch, to a vacant seat on the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals.

Wednesday, June 25, 2025

Phone Ninjas Names Nicole Marcellino as official brand ambassador

Phone Ninjas, the automotive industry’s leader in dealership-specific coaching and training, proudly announces the appointment of Nicole Marcellino as its official Brand Ambassador.

Wednesday, June 25, 2025

Diverzify announces new leadership at Spectra Phoenix

Diverzify, the nation’s largest provider of commercial flooring solutions, proudly announces the appointment of Jason Blake as the new President of Spectra Contract Flooring in Phoenix - a strategic move that strengthens the company’s presence in the Arizona region.

Friday, June 20, 2025

Always ‘involved’: David Hines to retire after 47 years in Arizona education, 17 serving AIA

It was June 1975 and the clock read 6 p.m. That meant David Hines and a host of his teammates were meeting for another scorching hot football practice at Mesa Community College.

Wednesday, June 11, 2025

Laura Smith named director of Eyes On Learning coalition

Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust has named Laura Smith as the new director of Eyes On Learning, a statewide coalition focused on improving vision health among children in Arizona.

Wednesday, June 11, 2025

Gallagher & Kennedy awarded top rankings in Chambers USA 2025

Gallagher & Kennedy is pleased to announce that it has been ranked among the best law firms in Arizona and New Mexico by Chambers & Partners, publishers of Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business.

Monday, June 9, 2025

Report: Phoenix Suns hire Cavaliers assistant Jordan Ott to become 4th head coach in 4 seasons

The Phoenix Suns have hired Cleveland Cavaliers assistant Jordan Ott to become their next head coach, ESPN’s Shams Charania reported Wednesday.

Wednesday, June 4, 2025

UBS advisors in Arizona named to Forbes 2025 Best-In-State Wealth Advisors list

UBS Wealth Management USA said Monday that 15 of its financial advisors in Arizona have been named to the Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors list for 2025.

Wednesday, June 4, 2025

Nike names Michael Gonda Chief Communications Officer, effective July 7

NIKE, Inc. announced Monday that Michael Gonda will become Executive Vice President and Chief Communications Officer, effective July 7, 2025.

Wednesday, June 4, 2025

Arizona Sonoran Copper selects H&P as advisor for cactus project financing

Arizona Sonoran Copper Company Inc. said Monday it has appointed H&P Advisory Limited as its debt financial advisor for the Cactus Project in Arizona.

Friday, May 30, 2025

Josefa A. Rodriguez joins Gallagher & Kennedy’s family law team

Gallagher & Kennedy is pleased to welcome Josefa A. Rodriguez as a lateral shareholder in its Phoenix office.

Friday, May 30, 2025

The Industrial Commission of Arizona announces Brandt Smith as a new agency deputy director

The Industrial Commission of Arizona (ICA) is thrilled to announce the promotion of Brandt Smith to agency Deputy Director!

Friday, May 30, 2025

USBC releases statement on the passing of Congressman Charles B. Rangel

The U.S. Black Chambers, Inc. mourns the passing of Congressman Charles B. Rangel, a towering figure in American politics and a trailblazer in the fight for economic justice and civil rights.

Wednesday, May 28, 2025

Arizona Housing Coalition announces new board members

The Arizona Housing Coalition (AZHC) has announced nine new members on their Board of Directors.

Wednesday, May 21, 2025

Kidder Mathews’ Daniel Boring awarded the CRE® designation from The Counselors of Real Estate®

Kidder Mathews Senior Vice President Daniel Boring, CRE®, MAI, ARA, ASA has been awarded the Counselor of Real Estate® designation. Only 1,000 professionals in 22 countries and U.S. territories hold the CRE® (Counselor of Real Estate) credential. Membership is selective and extended by invitation, followed by a rigorous application and interview process.

Monday, May 12, 2025

USDA Announces New Presidential Appointee to Serve Rural Arizona

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins announced Lori Urban is appointed by President Donald Trump to serve as the USDA Rural Development State Director for the state of Arizona.

Monday, April 21, 2025

Kidder Mathews announces new leadership for greater LA, SoCal, and Arizona

Kidder Mathews is pleased to announce two key leadership appointments as the firm continues to build on its momentum across Greater Los Angeles, Southern California, and Arizona.

Wednesday, April 16, 2025

CMG Home Loans appoints Gus Floropoulos as Regional Vice President to lead New York expansion

CMG Home Loans, the retail division of mortgage lender CMG Financial, announced the hire of Gus Floropoulos as Regional Vice President. Floropoulos, who has over 20 years of experience in financial services, will focus on increasing production, building teams, and expanding CMG’s presence in Long Island and New York.

Wednesday, March 26, 2025

Manning Kass taps new leader for Orange County office

Sean Dowsing, a construction lawyer and former Army JAG officer, has been named managing partner of Manning & Kass, Ellrod, Ramirez, Trester LLP’s Orange County office — a move that cements his rise within the firm following a successful stint as interim leader.

Wednesday, March 26, 2025

Arizona CDFI Network names co-chairs to lead statewide investment initiative

The Arizona CDFI Network has appointed Andre T. Whittington, CEO of Growth Partners Arizona, and Amber Cordoba, Senior Director of External Affairs at Prestamos CDFI, as Co-Chairs following the network’s launch on Feb. 13.

Monday, March 24, 2025

StandardAero names Rama Bondada Vice President of Investor Relations

StandardAero (NYSE: SARO) has appointed Rama Bondada as vice president of investor relations, effective March 17, 2025.

Friday, March 21, 2025

Josh F.W. Cook Appointed as EPA Pacific Southwest Regional Administrator

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Lee Zeldin announced that President Donald J. Trump has appointed Josh F.W. Cook as the EPA’s Pacific Southwest Regional Administrator.

Wednesday, March 19, 2025

Shield AI hiring veteran tech executive as CEO

San Diego-based Shield AI, a deep-tech company building state-of-the-art autonomy software and defense aircraft, announced Gary Steele will be its chief executive officer, starting May 13.

Friday, March 14, 2025

Compu Dynamics executives receive Patriot Award for military support

Compu Dynamics President and CEO Steve Altizer and Vice President of Data Center Integration Rob Morgan have received the Patriot Award from the Department of Defense’s Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR).

Friday, March 14, 2025

Karin S. Aldama joins Gallagher & Kennedy's litigation team

Gallagher & Kennedy has added Karin S. Aldama as a lateral shareholder in its Phoenix office.

Friday, March 14, 2025

Holland & Hart opens Phoenix office, expands environmental practice

Holland & Hart LLP has opened a new office in Phoenix, Arizona, and added environmental partners Christopher D. Thomas and Andrea Driggs from Perkins Coie. Several additional environmental lawyers are expected to join in the coming weeks.

Tuesday, March 3, 2026

Dual realities: Trump touts egg prices, tariffs, deportations as Dems see inflation and ICE abuses

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

State Fire Departments implement decontamination measure to help prevent occupational cancer

Democrat testimony cites Jeffrey Epstein as reason to vote no on bill protecting children from sexually explicit material

One lawmaker proposes amending the state constitution

Rollins announces Farmer and Rancher Freedom Framework at USDA

Friday, February 6, 2026

Soldier’s Best Friend expands mission to serve more U.S. veterans living with PTSD and TBI

U.S., Mexico reach agreement on Rio Grande water deliveries

Judge sees Hegseth bid to demote Sen. Mark Kelly as assault on free speech of veterans

Wednesday, February 4, 2026

Progress as Hobbs and other Colorado River governors meet in DC but no deal yet on water

Arizona board assigns Primavera Online School a B grade for 2024–2025

8 seconds in the desert: Professional bull riders carry deep Arizona roots into arena

Ring partners with Habitat for Humanity and Paris Johnson Jr. Foundation on home security initiative

Wednesday, January 28, 2026

Trump administration cites actions on border security, drugs, energy and alliances after one year

Monday, January 26, 2026

Conflicting Tax Signals from the Governor’s Office Leave Arizona Taxpayers Seeking Clarity

Wednesday, January 21, 2026

U.S. advances America First Global Health Strategy through bilateral agreements

Rollins announces expanded dairy coverage, commodity purchases at Farm Bureau convention

What families in Arizona should know about their school options

Arizona American Indian Festival hosts media tasting featuring indigenous cuisine and cultural showcase in Scottsdale

Friday, January 16, 2026

Judge signals doubt about nationwide class in SanDisk defective drive case

Arizona Small Business Association names Steven Kaiser as CEO

Arizona Sonoran Copper outlines 2026 work plan for Cactus Project

Friday, December 26, 2025

U.S., Qatar hold seventh strategic dialogue in Washington

USDA, Labor Department sign agreement to link low-income workers to jobs, training

Big health insurers declare war on doctors, patients

Monday, December 22, 2025

The Salvation Army preparing to serve 4,500 meals on Christmas day

Insulin isn’t enough. Nutrition can transform Type 1 Diabetes.

Pima County pulls truck access ordinance after industry objections

Chandler Cultural Foundation Receives $845,000 Legacy Gift

Monday, December 15, 2025

Supreme Court clarifies applicability of state rulemaking law to elections procedures manual

Arizona Supreme Court rejects challenge to appellate retention elections

Mesa Chamber of Commerce Calendar

Forbes names Phoenix as host city for 2026 Under 30 Summit

Phoenix resident begins Peace Corps service

Friday, December 12, 2025

Arizona Medicaid now covers traditional healing. It’s helping Native communities preserve tradition

Judge Tung makes immediate mark on 9th Circuit with solo dissents

Tanque Verde Unified School District honored with ACT Professional Learning and Growth Award

Wednesday, December 10, 2025

I watched science change the world. Here’s what could stop it.

Arizona Trucking Association supports action plan to eliminate bad actors and restore fair competition in trucking

ACC cuts APS Energy-Efficiency budget by nearly half

Arizona Indian Festival Returns to Scottsdale: January 31 – February 1, 2026

USDA to expand crop insurance access for farmers and ranchers, boosting the farm safety net

How one pro bono case catapulted one lawyer to success outside of the courtroom

Monday, December 8, 2025

Surprise police department becomes first in Arizona to deploy Mark43 dispatch system

Rio Tinto produces first copper at Johnson Camp using nuton technology

Friday, December 5, 2025

Arizona Department of Gaming launches Too Young to Bet AZ campaign to prevent underage gambling

Moskovitz on Appeal
Caging the AI beast

Monday, November 24, 2025

‘Ghost networks’ leave Arizona families searching for behavioral health care

APS lights up the holidays across Arizona

Friday, November 21, 2025

T.H.A.N.K.S. for creating a Dementia-friendly Thanksgiving

Ex-FLDS town grapples with the second largest measles outbreak in the country

Monday, November 17, 2025

Draganfly/Cochise County announces VIP access press tour and demonstration of cutting-edge drone pilot program

Complacency is the biggest public health threat

APS stresses electrical safety for Holiday designs

The real fix for high drug prices

Friday, November 14, 2025

Vincere Cancer Center launches nationwide cancer screening program for Firefighters

Arizona Treasurer Kimberly Yee honors National Adoption Month with a special surprise for a local family

Monday, November 10, 2025

The human cost of the Yuma’s vegetable empire

RightCount Arizona expands leadership advisory council to strengthen statewide election confidence efforts

Wednesday, November 5, 2025

Amid rise in homelessness in Phoenix, resources drop as COVID-19 era funding ends

ASU hosts ‘Welcome Home’ tribute for Vietnam veterans during Salute to Service

APS Partnering with local food banks to provide relief as SNAP benefits face uncertainty

AI runs on power. But power isn’t moving fast enough.

Oscar Health expands 2026 Marketplace Plans across Arizona

Monday, November 3, 2025

Hobbs pledges $1.8M in Arizona food aid, a crumb compared to impending SNAP cut

Kelly, Gallego resist pressure from federal employee union to end shutdown

APS plans new 2,000-megawatt power plant to meet Arizona’s growing energy demand

Grammarly partners with Arizona State University to advance AI in higher education

Friday, October 31, 2025

Senator Farnsworth meets with Uber to advocate for enhanced transit solutions in the East Valley

House Speaker says Grijalva fine without oath, but she’s hamstrung

The color of blood: Arizona hospitals call for more diverse blood donors

Wednesday, October 29, 2025

Trump Administration announces actions to support U.S. beef industry

Help available for APS customers facing financial hardships

A tougher version of the U.S. citizenship test is now rolling out.
Here’s how Arizona organizations are helping

ASU medical school receives accreditation, $100 million gift from John Shufeldt

Halloween & Dementia: What family caregivers need to know

Monday, October 20, 2025

Commission candidates, Arizonans upset over state’s increasing utility rates

How cities help local business success

Arizona Housing Coalition calls on congress to prevent disruption to housing programs during prolonged shutdown

Friday, October 17, 2025

U-Haul offers 30 days of free storage across Arizona after severe storms

Wednesday, October 15, 2025

Freeport to Hold November Call on Grasberg Incident and Outlook

Monday, October 13, 2025

If you smoked or still do this 60-second screening could save your life

States scramble to access $50 billion rural health fund to offset Medicaid cuts

USDA Child and Adult Care Food Program

Gallego accuses Speaker Mike Johnson to his face of delaying Adelita Grijalva’s swearing-in to shield Epstein files

Friday, October 10, 2025

Flight delays at Sky Harbor, other airports may be just a taste of shutdown woes as controllers work without pay

With federal shutdown, Hatch Act complaints over partisan website messages stall

Cost, care, control: Families in rural Arizona choose midwives over hospitals

Wednesday, October 1, 2025

This time under oath, Kari Lake refuses to concede losses in elections for governor and Senate in Arizona

CommunityCares program marks 428% growth in Arizona

Monday, September 29, 2025

Authors, publishers defend $1.5B Anthropic deal after judge’s skepticism

Scottsdale Chamber Calendar

will.i.am to teach ASU class on Agentic AI

Friday, September 26, 2025

Expert tips for navigating cold/flu season

Seven years into a pioneering effort to test wastewater for opioids, Tempe’s early warning system has improved overdose response

Secretary Rollins strengthens SNAP retailer stocking requirements to Make America Healthy Again

NHL back in the desert? Andrea Doan chairs advisory panel to return pro hockey to Arizona

Wednesday, September 24, 2025

$115 million gift will establish Rob Walton
School of Conservation Futures at Arizona State University

Charlie Kirk memorial fills State Farm Stadium, draws President Trump and huge throng of mourners

Voters with disabilities welcome variety of accommodations

Congress should pass IP reform,
starting with 3 patent bills

Monday, September 22, 2025

Supporters of Charlie Kirk ignited into action during the Candlelight Vigil at ASU

Friday, September 19, 2025

AVANA companies to host webinar on SBA 504 loan program

Fall Festivities: Autumnfest arts & crafts fair returns Oct. 18-19

Arizona wildlife agencies sponsor family-friendly dove hunting to promote environmental conservation

Wednesday, September 17, 2025

Freeport says rescue efforts continue for seven missing workers at Grasberg mine

Food City opens third Starbucks café in Phoenix

Former ASU men’s basketball player named in betting violations by NCAA

Proposition 409 aims to expand behavioral health and emergency care for Maricopa County’s only safety net healthcare system

Monday, September 15, 2025

Centauri Health Solutions launches member insights for dual-eligible Medicare advantage members

Freeport suspends Grasberg mining after seven workers trapped in Indonesia incident

Arizona Senate Republicans mourn the loss of Charlie Kirk

Senator Jake Hoffman statement on assassination of Arizona conservative leader and long time friend, Charlie Kirk

US Health Commission unveils strategy to address childhood chronic disease

Monday, September 8, 2025

General Atomics creates largest superconducting magnet ever

Broadwood to vote against STAAR Surgical sale to Alcon

Aging U.S. railroad bridges are self-inspected and their findings are kept secret

Friday, September 5, 2025

The Human Bean unveils colorful fall sips (with special pink drink)

AZREIA’s September monthly meeting delivers must-know market insights from Tina Tamboer

Goodyear YMCA boys dive team places second at AAU nationals competition

The Human Bean unveils colorful fall sips (with special pink drink)

Doctors want lower drug costs -- but not like this

Wednesday, August 27, 2025

Trump fixed NATO. He can fix drug prices the same way.

Piper Trust awards $6 Million to Arizona colleges and universities

Food City celebrates hatch chile season with annual recipe contest
Submit your favorite Hatch chile recipe for a chance to win up to $500 in prizes

Friday, August 22, 2025

Celebrate the Grand Opening of MedVet Phoenix

Mesa Chamber Events

Wednesday, August 20, 2025

Arizona Department of Gaming continues enforcement against unlicensed and unregulated gaming operators

Monday, August 18, 2025

CASA of Arizona celebrates 40 years of statewide advocacy

Wednesday, August 13, 2025

A Medicare reform could save lives and dollars -- But only with this tweak

‘The right not to be coerced’: Push to restore old team names reopens wounds for Native communities

Risas Dental to offer free care during Labor Day event

Friday, August 1, 2025

SCALE Roadshow is Coming to Mesa to Empower East Valley Entrepreneurs

Calendar of Events

Yavapai-Apache Nation Receives $800,000 Grant for Housing Project

Congress may soon pass a major bill that’s based on a lie

Wednesday, July 30, 2025

US-made electronics still found in Russian warplanes linked to alleged war crimes in Ukraine, despite 3 years of sanctions and export controls

Cuts in federal funding could slow efforts to end HIV in Arizona

Make Agriculture Great Again Trade Wins: President Trump secures greater ag market access to Australia for American beef

Monday, July 28, 2025

9th Circuit chief decries attacks on judiciary: ‘A dangerous inflection point’

Friday, July 25, 2025

Arizona Sen. Ruben Gallego’s remarks on transgender athletes spark backlash from LGBTQ+ community

Native groups denounce Trump over threat to block Commanders stadium

Wednesday, July 23, 2025

US Reps. Ciscomani and Schweikert face well-funded Democrats in toss-up districts that could be key in 2026 midterms

Northern Arizona wildfires hurt tourism economy of Grand Canyon area

Monday, July 21, 2025

‘Had to save this man’s life’: Social Spin, a Valley homeless outreach program, trains clients to treat opioid overdoses

Friday, July 18, 2025

Federal voucher plan in Trump megabill is big win for school choice, but critics see costly handout and threat to public education

SCALE Roadshow heads to Buckeye, AZ to Empower west valley entrepreneurs

No, China doesn’t own vast swaths of Arizona near the Yuma Proving Ground despite map shown by Trump aides

ADEQ announces $1 million recycling grant program for FY2026

USDA launches new food safety plan, opens midwestern laboratory

Monday, July 14, 2025

Senate Health & Human Services Committee announces
special hearing on Medicaid fraud in Arizona

A mother’s plea: The urgent need for productive conversations about gun violence

Friday, July 11, 2025

Summer support for APS customers

Trump Administration announces expedited congressionally mandated disaster assistance for farmers

International pricing puts people with chronic diseases at risk

Wednesday, July 9, 2025

Trump megabill’s immigration provisions could add $1 trillion to federal debt

Monday, July 7, 2025

Senate version of GOP megabill would revive fund for uranium workers

Wednesday, July 2, 2025

Arizona highways: Numbers of wrong-way drivers and crashes decrease

NFPA warns of electrical hazards in water ahead of July 4 holiday

Democrats should dismantle this “legal” drug cartel

Big Auto accident attorneys gives away $20,000 worth of free Uber rides this fourth of July

Wednesday, June 25, 2025

With his new prescription drug order, Trump fixes what Biden broke

Monday, June 23, 2025

Cardinals to host inaugural mental health awareness game

Stay cool this summer with free concerts at Chandler Center for the Arts

Rekindling the fire: Native ‘Wiping of Tears’ ceremony in Phoenix sparks collective healing

Rekindling the fire: Native ‘Wiping of Tears’ ceremony in Phoenix sparks collective healing

NFL, NBA, and MLB stars hit the court for charity at the “Pickle for Good” pickleball tournament

Color Me Mine opens new studio at Arizona Boardwalk in Scottsdale

Friday, June 20, 2025

ICE arrests at Los Angeles churches stoke fear in Arizona that migrant raids at houses of worship are ramping up

After Trump administration cuts foreign aid, Panama grapples with the global impacts on its most vulnerable

Arizona’s military museums preserve history, drive tourism

Wednesday, June 18, 2025

US dietary guidelines have made us ill -- let’s change them already

Arizona Senate Republicans condemn assassination, political violence in Minnesota

Boxing legend Mike Tyson teams up with Arizona leaders, Boys & Girls Clubs of the Valley to champion youth fitness

The Salvation Army to open 11 heat relief stations for the valley’s first extreme heat warning of 2025

Wednesday, June 11, 2025

Fourth Maricopa County Poultry Facility Confirms Avian Influenza Case

Safety remains a priority for Arizona public universities

Monday, June 9, 2025

Thriving and vibing: Esports flourish five years after pandemic, but industry still faces unique challenges

Attorneys find Girardi’s sentence brings closure, perhaps not accountability

Wednesday, June 4, 2025

Secretary Rollins leads trade delegation to Italy

Let them eat scorpions: The legal and moral problems with gamifying citizenship

Don’t stack the deck against small inventors

Monday, June 2, 2025

Should federal judges be held accountable for misconduct at home?

What’s a fair price for a drug that’s never developed?

Friday, May 30, 2025

June is PTSD awareness month

Under Trump’s ‘big beautiful bill,’ Arizona could recoup $196M

“Most Favored Nation” pricing doesn’t actually put America first

Wednesday, May 28, 2025

Avian Influenza Detection

Secretary Rollins applauds President Trump’s leadership to Make America Healthy Again

Genrose Insurance and Make-A-Wish® Arizona receive $10,000 through Liberty Mutual® and Safeco Insurance® 2025 Make More Happen™ Awards

Friday, May 23, 2025

Redefining workspaces: Law firms’ success in hybrid work environments

Wednesday, May 21, 2025

America cannot rewrite birthright

Military mom turns personal loss into mission to help Arizona service members

2 agriculture-to-urban programs explore conserving groundwater in Arizona by retiring farmland

Monday, May 19, 2025

Photo by Owen Alfonso/Cronkite Borderlands Project

Friday, May 16, 2025

AFC commends progress on Federal School Choice, looks forward to further steps

Arizona Housing Coalition announces 2025 annual award recipients

The next cancer breakthrough? Some lawmakers want to ban it.

ASBA launches statewide SCALE program to empower Arizona entrepreneurs

Wednesday, May 14, 2025

NIL in high school? Arizona’s next-gen athletes balance books and brands in a new era of sports

Secretary Rollins leads trade delegation to United Kingdom

Arizona agencies call for volunteers during National Foster Care Month

Next steps remain unclear for deported migrants in Panama City

Monday, May 12, 2025

What is an IRA? Everything you need to know

Wednesday, April 30, 2025

Army control of U.S.-Mexico border buffer zone may funnel migrants to
62-mile stretch of tribal land in Arizona

Secretary Rollins applauds EPA’s decision to allow summer sale of E-15 nationwide

Agriculture Secretary Rollins enforces border policies, secures aid for farmers in first 100 days

National fallen firefighters memorial weekend will honor and remember 140 firefighters

The Source

Monday, April 28, 2025

Being tough on crime includes addressing child abuse

Congress can fix America’s broken patent system with this one reform

America can’t afford to play favorites in the quest for energy independence

Friday, April 25, 2025

AZHCC to host 71st Annual Black & White Ball honoring business leaders

USDA reasserts SNAP work requirements, limits waiver use

Arizona’s Apache Generating Station is one of 66 coal plants to get EPA exemption from Biden-era toxic air pollution caps

High suicide rates in ‘tough guy’ construction trade prompt industry to start talking

APS proposes one-time bill credit on may 2025 bills

Grocery chain celebrates the 10th anniversary of its popular donut contest with a “Blast from the Past” theme that revisits previous contest themes

Wednesday, April 23, 2025

‘A war of truth vs. lies’: Abe family lived consequences of Alien Enemies Act – now they’re watching it again

Do the El Salvador deportations leave due process in the dust?

Protecting the bald eagle: Arizona Game and Fish climbs cliffs to count, band and measure spring hatchlings

Trump has left Strategic Petroleum Reserve nearly half-empty, despite dip in oil prices

Friday, April 18, 2025

‘We should not write unlimited checks’: Mayor Kate Gallego criticizes bill to reallocate taxes to Chase Field renovations

$5M Gift to Fund Scholarships for Students at New ASU Medical School

Is Arizona’s lack of measles cases a fluke, given its low vaccination rate?

Trucks with uranium cross Navajo Nation, reviving long-standing fears

Wednesday, April 16, 2025

Federal funding cut halts Arizona public health projects

FEMA updates flood maps in Cochise County

Sedona named among USA Today’s “10 Best Small Towns in the West”

Monday, April 14, 2025

Arizona museums, libraries could lose $3.8M in grants from federal cuts

ASU Powwow bridges generations amid threats of Indigenous cultural erasure

Wednesday, April 9, 2025

NOAA cuts could hamper forecasts, raising extreme weather risks

New Phoenix mural raises HIV/AIDS awareness

Deportation by executive fiat: Trump’s dangerous overreach of power

Monday, April 7, 2025

Arizona battles rising wildfire threat as state grows hotter, drier

Wednesday, March 26, 2025

Eviction only allowed after five business days

College athletes push for more conversations about mental health, but are coaches listening?

Arizona Tribal Gaming Contributions Reach $30.8 Million in Q3

Monday, March 24, 2025

Behind the scenes: Arizona Diamondbacks preview Chase Field upgrades, new food items for 2025 season

3 UBS advisors in Arizona recognized on Forbes Best-In-State List

Friday, March 21, 2025

Uncertainty looms for those who depend on Medicaid in Arizona

Goodyear, Glendale to hold all-mail election on May 20, 2025

LPGA Ford Championship set to celebrate golf, community and culture in Gila River Indian Community

Wednesday, March 19, 2025

Trump justifies trade war with Canada by citing fentanyl smuggling – but nearly all comes from Mexico

Monday, March 17, 2025

Why are we letting a California union push Arizona jobs out the door? It's time to take back our ballot.

Friday, March 14, 2025

Federal science grants worth $812M could be caught in Trump's DEI dragnet at Arizona universities, including research on wildfires

Taxpayers urged to claim over $1 billion in refunds before april 15 deadline

Arizona's public health feels the weight of federal orders

IRS highlights free tax filing options for 2025

Arizona Senate Committee seeks federal assistance on fire insurance crisis

Friday, March 7, 2025

Change Labs offers Navajo entrepreneurs tools for business success

Mayors push for local control over short-term rentals in northern Arizona

Wednesday, March 5, 2025

Trump's upcoming address to Congress: Arizona Democrats denounce 'havoc' and Republicans aren't sure what to expect

Tuesday, March 4, 2025

E pluribus unum

CLE Calendar
February 18
You’re Responsible for That: Ethics of Supervision and Delegation - Delegation is critical to an efficient law practice, but it carries significant ethical responsibilities. This program examines a lawyer’s duties when supervising and delegating work to associates, staff, and Arizona Legal Paraprofessionals (LPs). Through practical examples and rule-based guidance, attendees will learn how to ethically leverage their teams while avoiding common pitfalls.

This program will cover:
• Lawyers’ non-delegable ethical duties under the Rules of Professional Conduct
• Supervision standards for associates, staff, and Legal Paraprofessionals
• The authorized scope of practice and limitations of LPs
• Ethical considerations involving fees, client communications, confidentiality, and conflicts
• Risk management strategies and consequences of inadequate supervision
Designed for lawyers in all practice settings, this CLE offers practical guidance for maintaining compliance while maximizing efficiency in today’s evolving legal environment.

February 20
Ethics, Practice Management, and Trust Accounts: Inside the SBA’s three helplines - An overview of the State Bar’s Ethics Hotline, Practice 2.0 Helpline, and the Trust account Helpline. Learn about what services each offers along with a discussion of common hotline questions and answers. Panelists will cover ethical and trust account rules, as well as law office best practices.