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Arizona Republic journalists and readers gathered at Gracie's Tax Bar for The Republic's At the Bar happy hour on Nov. 7, 2025, in Phoenix.

Scottsdale Mexican restaurant Taco Papi wins The Arizona Republic's Top Taco 2025 contest.

ICE immigration raids have resulted in pets being left behind after their owners were detained. Lost Our Home Pet Rescue is trying to help.

Some animal rescues are advising pet owners to get a power of attorney for their pets in case they are detained or deported.

From Cheeto pickles to lobster mac and cheese, reporters from The Republic tried the best and worst foods available at the Arizona State Fair in 2025.

Flowers, flags and cards were left at a memorial for Charlie Kirk at Hansen Mortuary on Sept. 12, 2025, in Phoenix.

With an extreme heat warning in effect and temperatures near 110 on July 31, 2025, the sun bakes pedestrians as they walk in downtown Phoenix.

Stanton spoke alongside the CEO of the Boys and Girls Club of the Valley, Marcia Mintz, decrying Trump administration cuts to after-school programs.

New apartments are under construction at the Northeast corner of Tatum Boulevard and Deer Valley Road on May 3, 2025, in Phoenix.

Dr. Steven Hansen of the Arizona Humane Society and state Sen. Lauren Kuby advocate for a measure that would expand the definition of animal cruelty during a rally at the state Capitol on May 20, 2025.

Alex Villa makes sweet and savory crepes at his weekend-only cafe in Phoenix. Here's a look at the best bites at La Rue crêperie at Strip Mall.

Rep. Gress said House Bill 2074 expands the use of grant money to hire retired law enforcement officers, essential infrastructure and safety plans.

Nikola Corp. founder Trevor Milton sits down with The Arizona Republic on April 3, 2025, and talks about his pardon from President Donald Trump.

Phoenix restaurant First & Last owner Robb Hammond makes the Bosco with mortadella, stracciatella, burrata, arugula and pistachio pesto on focaccia.

Alice Cooper returned to Las Sendas Golf Club in Mesa on Saturday, March 15, for his annual Coopstock festival.

Gov. Katie Hobbs, Mayor Kevin Hartke speak at the state Capitol on the proposition, which will continue public transportation projects.

Artists discuss how Native art evolved and why many don’t have the same regard and access to mainstream galleries and museums as non-Indigenous peers.

Mark Cuban campaigned for the Kamala Harris-Tim Walz ticket on Oct. 19, 2024, in Arizona. See photos from his time in the state.

White House adviser Tom Perez talks immigration legislation in Phoenix

An anti-Trump billboard appears in Phoenix