Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs is allocating $1.8 million to mitigate the potential suspension of SNAP funding due to the government shutdown.

The government shutdown is halting a critical federal food assistance program that serves 15% of Arizona’s residents, according to the latest state figures.

Gov. Katie Hobbs made $1.8 million available as food stamp funding runs out. That's roughly 1% of the state's monthly food assistance distribution.

Local food banks are getting ready to serve more people as the federal shutdown threatens food assistance benefits for many Arizona households.

Gov. Katie Hobbs is launching a temporary state program, "Food Bucks Now," to provide a short-term lifeline for affected families.

Arizona and 24 other states has sued the Trump administration for "unlawfully suspending" SNAP food assistance during the government shutdown.

A man is dead after a crash sent a fencepost through his car windshield in northwestern Arizona on Friday. Investigators say one driver was traveling west on Waddell and attempting to turn left onto Sarival. However, as the driver was making the left turn, they collided with another vehicle that was heading east on Waddell.

Arizonans who donate to qualifying charitable organizations, like St. Mary’s and the Arizona Food Bank Network, can receive a tax credit on their state tax return. Residents can get up to $495 for individuals and $987 for couples for 2025. While monetary donations are appreciated, many food banks are accepting food donations as well.