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Randall Perry covers Arizona's water politics, border policy, and the rapid growth transforming the Phoenix metro and beyond. His reporting connects federal policy decisions to their on-the-ground impact across the Southwest, with particular focus on infrastructure, energy, and the political realignment reshaping Arizona's electorate.

Colorado River cuts could drive up your water bill

Randall Perry Aug 27, 2026

The U.S. Bureau of Reclamation announced 20–25% Colorado River water cuts for Arizona, California, and Nevada, raising water costs over two years.

Arizona election official lashes out at high court’s ruling on mail-in voting

Randall Perry Aug 27, 2026

Arizona Secretary of State Adrian Fontes criticized the Supreme Court's ruling allowing Trump's mail-in ballot restrictions, though state procedures remain…

This Scottsdale gelato shop was named the No. 1 new dessert spot in the world

Randall Perry Aug 27, 2026

Allora Gelato in Scottsdale was named the No. 1 new dessert spot worldwide in 2025 by global rating platform Beli.

WinCo Foods acquires 11.59-acre Broadway site in Tucson for $18 million

Randall Perry Aug 27, 2026

WinCo Foods purchased an 11.59-acre site on E Broadway Blvd in Tucson for $18 million to potentially open its first store there.

The Free OSINT Console With Four Licences You Cannot Publish Under

Randall Perry Aug 26, 2026

An open-source photorealistic 3D intelligence console installs in under an hour. Four of its bundled data sources carry noncommercial licences — and two are…

Arizona police shooting suspect arrested, another remains at large after killing 1, wounding fiancee

Randall Perry Aug 24, 2026

A suspect was arrested after a fatal Tucson home invasion that killed police recruit Carlos Ramirez and wounded his fiancée; two others remain at large.