Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs’ budget proposal is being met with criticism in the GOP-led Legislature. Our Friday NewsCap panelists analyze that and the rest of the week’s top stories. Plus, can a fake game show create a more productive corporate office culture?

The federal government denied Globe's request for disaster aid after major flooding devastated the rural community in September. The city’s mayor on where they'll be without it. Plus, the debate at the state Capitol that will determine how — and when — we file our taxes.

Around a third of students who start college don’t end up getting their degrees. We’ll hear how ASU is trying to bring that number down. Plus, a former NAU trumpet prodigy remakes herself as a stand-up comedian.

Sen. Ruben Gallego recently introduced a bill to limit algorithmic pricing. He’ll tell us why Arizonans may not be paying fair prices for common items. Plus, a new list aims to shine a light on sites with significance to the Latinx community.

How the new chair of the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors wants to try to bring down the number of evictions. Plus, a group of Peoria neighbors tries to track down a beloved waiter at a local restaurant.

The 2026 Arizona legislative session started this week, and the first policy dispute is already underway. Our Friday NewsCap panelists analyze that and the rest of the week’s top stories. Plus, how comedy went from a satirical weapon for Democrats to a recruitment tool for Republicans.

Here in Arizona, 2025 was our second hottest year on record, with 122 days above 100 degrees and higher nighttime and winter temperatures as well. We find out how it's affecting our bottom line. Plus, a new highway proposal here is drawing comparisons to Germany's Autobahn.

Arizona Secretary of State Adrian Fontes says he will go to jail before turning over voter data to the Department of Justice. Why one expert says the effort is a federal attempt to undermine future elections. Plus, how Arizona’s cities and towns see potential housing legislation this year.

Homeschooling is gaining popularity in Arizona as families have access to state voucher funds and a host of curriculums. One local mom explains why she chose it for her kids and what she thinks of oversight on ESAs. Plus, the mayor of Lake Havasu City on the town’s surprise listing among the best beaches in the country.

Today is opening day for the Arizona Legislature, and Gov. Katie Hobbs will give her State of the State address this afternoon. The Show previews what to expect this year at the state Capitol. Plus, an exhibit at Desert Botanical Garden that’s part art and part science.