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Fort Huachuca’s Electronic Proving Ground may lose nearly half its civilian staff, a move Arizona lawmakers say would weaken electronic-warfare readiness and hit Cochise County jobs; we unpack what makes this desert test range irreplaceable and why its fate hinges on the Army’s upcoming budget decisions.

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A Hereford bed-and-breakfast says Cochise County’s zoning crackdown has cost it millions and dozens of jobs. After a two-year paper trail of citations, canceled weddings, and mounting legal fees, the owners of Ramsey Canyon Inn have filed an $18.5 million notice of claim and are demanding sweeping reforms at county hall. We dig into the 41-page filing,...

District 1 Supervisor Tom Crosby has filed a formal claim asking Cochise County to reimburse $300,000 in legal expenses tied to felony charges stemming from his actions after the 2022 election, reigniting debate over when public officials should be financially protected.

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Terri Romo has officially stepped in as interim superintendent of the Sierra Vista Unified School District, taking the reins during a pivotal year. With school closures, budget shortfalls, and restructuring on the horizon, Romo draws on her deep local roots and decades of experience to guide the district through change — with a focus on stability, com...

Two major studies are shedding new light on the impact of Mexican gray wolves on cattle ranchers in Arizona and New Mexico. Researchers from the University of Arizona and UC Davis analyzed financial losses, stress levels in cattle, and wolf diets, finding both direct and indirect effects on herds. While ranchers report significant losses tied to wolf predation and stress, environmental groups argue...

Today, we take you to the edge of the U.S.-Mexico border in Cochise County, where life looks very different for residents living along the Roosevelt Reservation, a 60-foot strip of federally controlled land established in 1907. In Naco, 90-year-old Rose Peacock has lived for decades just steps from the towering border wall, watching both the landscape and politics change dramatically. Now, new mili...

A judge has approved a settlement in Cochise County’s controversial Jail District election case, but his decision has left legal experts and local officials with more questions than answers. In today’s episode, we break down what the ruling means for the half-percent sales tax meant to fund a new jail, why Secretary of State Adrian Fontes tried to intervene, and how the suspension of ta...

If you’ve eaten a chile pepper in the U.S. recently, chances are it traces back to Ed Curry, a fourth-generation farmer from Pearce, Arizona, whose seeds power over 90% of the commercial chile market. Today, we explore how Curry built a global agricultural empire from his family’s farm, revolutionizing chile genetics through decades of trial, er...

Two wild mustangs, fresh from the open ranges of Utah and Nevada, are learning to trust humans for the first time. Sierra Vista trainer Linda Arnold, guided by veteran horseman Travis Elliston, is working patiently to transform fear into connection—one touch at a time. From desensitization exercises to the first haltering and saddling, Curry and Strider’s journey is a powerful look at w...

A Mescal woman has been sentenced to 39 years in prison for her role in a child sexual exploitation case that began with a tip from Facebook. Twenty-four years of her sentence must be served without early release, and she will remain under lifetime supervision. Authorities described the case as one of the most serious they've ever investigated. Her boyfriend...

Douglas is losing millions as shoppers from both sides of the border struggle to find places to spend. A new report shows the city missed out on $300 million in sales last year alone. This episode looks at what’s driving the gap, and how new retailers like Ross could help turn things around.

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Cochise College celebrated a major milestone with its 60th commencement ceremony at the Douglas Campus, where more than 400 students graduated in front of proud families, faculty, and community members. The event honored both the Class of 2025 and the college’s six-decade legacy as a cornerstone of education in southern Arizona. Highlights included moving speeches from student leaders, the ret...

Jessica Zamudio, a longtime agriculture teacher and FFA advisor at Benson High School, has officially resigned following months of controversy and formal charges of unprofessional conduct. While she’ll remain on paid administrative leave through June, her departure may not be the end of the story, with multiple state and federal investigations still underway. We break down what led to her res...