Debate grows over data center locations | Newsmaker
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Data centers are expanding nationwide, placing Arizona in the top 10 for facilities and fourth for pipeline projects. Amid debate over water, power and location, communities are balancing infrastructure needs with local impact.

Geopolitical conflicts and severe currency devaluation gripping Iran analyzed | FOX 10 Phoenix
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An Iranian-American author discusses the ongoing geopolitical conflicts in Iran. He shares his perspectives on how average citizens in Iran view American military actions and the economic struggles marked by severe inflation and currency devaluation. He emphasizes that the definition of victory for the Islamic Republic is survival, while the Iranian people continue to face severe daily hardships and hold onto hope for change.

Maricopa County election settlement gives Justin Heap control | Newsmaker
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Maricopa County Recorder Justin Heap secures a major win at the Arizona Supreme Court. The ruling restores control over early voting. FOX 10's John Hook learns more. 

Iran protests and IRGC power fractures detailed by Dr. Nizam Missaghi | Newsmaker
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The situation in Iran is changing by the minute, bringing additional new developments to light. Dr. Nizam Missaghi discusses his lived experience under the Islamic Republic and his new book, "Passport to Freedom from Tehran to Triumph". 

Arizona tourism booth draws thousands in D.C. | Newsmaker
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As America celebrates its 250th birthday, the latest episode of Newsmaker examines Arizona's unique role in the nation's history. FOX 10's John Hook has more in this episode of Newsmaker.

Arizona primary preview: Republican attorney general candidates outline visions | Newsmaker
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The Republican primary race for Arizona attorney general takes center stage as two major Republican candidates are vying to challenge sitting Democrat Kris Mayes for the position of the state's top cop. 

Arizona border security: Leaders debate cartel drug trafficking corridors
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National and local leaders discussed the current state of drug policy and border security. Sarah Carter, the director of the Office of National Drug Control Policy under President Trump, highlighted a steady nationwide decline in drug overdose and poisoning deaths. However, Republican Congressman Andy Biggs, who is running for governor in Arizona, noted that the state has not yet experienced this downward trend due to its position as a primary focal point and waystation for cartels transporting illicit substances through open border corridors.

UFO whistleblower analyzes new military footage | Newsmaker
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A ufologist is detailing military encounters and a sixth observable involving biological effects on personnel. Jeremy Corbell joins Newsmaker to discuss his documentary Sleeping Dog and declassified military footage of Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena.

Climate change worst case scenario scrapped by IPCC | Newsmaker
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The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) has admitted that its worst-case carbon emissions scenario, RCP 8.5, is implausible and has been scrapped. This scenario served as the foundation for tens of thousands of climate research papers and runaway global warming models over the years. Roger Pielke, Jr. discussed how these outdated assumptions impacted global insurance, central banks, and regulations.

Addressing Arizona’s election security ahead of 2026 midterms
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Following a recent court ruling affirming his office’s independence, Maricopa County Recorder Justin Heap discusses his efforts to bolster Arizona’s election security through bipartisan signature verification and citizenship checks while navigating a complex division of power with the Board of Supervisors. Heap addresses his "election denier" label by emphasizing a focus on process improvements rather than fraud claims, specifically regarding the state’s popular mail-in voting system.

Tiger Woods: The legacy and challenges of the golf icon’s life
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Author Gavin Newsham explores the life of Tiger Woods, detailing how a disciplined, multi-ethnic upbringing and intense parental guidance fueled his historic dominance on the golf course. Despite the "price of greatness" and a highly publicized personal collapse, the discussion highlights Woods’ enduring legacy and his eventual survival as a father.

Father advocates for DNA testing after daughter's murder
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Following the recent conviction of Ian Mitchum for the 2015 murder of his 31-year-old daughter, Allison, Harley Feldman discusses his decade-long journey seeking justice and his advocacy for familial DNA searching, which ultimately cracked the cold case. Feldman details the years spent waiting for answers, his efforts to change the law to allow advanced genetic testing, and how he finds purpose by facilitating grief support groups. He remains committed to honoring her legacy through the 24 other Arizona cases solved using the technology.

Is Robert Fisher dead or alive? Scottsdale police still pursuing leads after 25 years

From a $280 ATM withdrawal to a partial DNA profile, Scottsdale PD's John Heintzelman shares insights into the cold case of Robert Fisher, including challenges of aging evidence and lack of sightings.

Robert Fisher: Is the Scottsdale fugitive still alive? | Newsmaker
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As the 25th anniversary of the Fisher family murders approaches, investigators weigh the possibility of Fisher's survival in the Arizona wilderness.

Friction looming over state budget, education funding in Arizona
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Arizona State Senate President Warren Petersen discusses the friction between the legislature and Gov. Hobbs over the state budget and the expiration of Proposition 123 for education funding. Petersen, also a candidate for Attorney General, outlines his "all-of-the-above" energy strategy and his legal disagreements with current AG Kris Mayes on issues ranging from school choice to the Save Women’s Sports Act, positioning the upcoming election as a fight for "common sense" governance.

Colorado river: Arizona faces budget, water supply uncertainty
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In this episode of Newsmaker, an expert discusses Arizona's critical challenges, primarily focusing on the Colorado River crisis. Sarah Porter of the Kyl Center for Water Policy highlights the "huge uncertainty" surrounding river supplies as the seven basin states remain at an impasse over mandatory water cuts. While Arizona has historically been a leader in conservation—using less water today than it did 60 years ago—the looming "deadpool" status of Lake Powell and the potential for federal intervention threaten the state's access to affordable water.

Breaking barriers in the space world | Newsmaker
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Retired Colonel Eileen Collins, the first woman to pilot and command a U.S. spacecraft, discusses her barrier-breaking career and the release of her documentary, Space Woman. Collins reflects on her journey from watching planes as a child to participating in the military's first integrated flight tests and eventually joining NASA. She provides a vivid account of the sensory intensity of a shuttle launch, the challenges of managing mechanical failures in orbit, and the "overview effect" of seeing Earth from space.

Iran conflict: Is there potential for regime change? | Newsmaker
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An Iranian-American discusses the potential for regime change in Iran following significant U.S. and Israeli military strikes that reportedly killed the Ayatollah and dozens of top leaders. He describes the tense atmosphere as a waiting period where citizens are preparing for an uprising once given the signal. He argues that the Iranian people view the military intervention not as aggression but as liberation from a 47-year "criminal organization." While the transition will be difficult, the involvement of exiled figure Reza Pahlavi offers a path toward a secular democracy and a restored alliance with the West.