Arizona Republic

United StatesPhoenix, Arizona, United StatesEnglish

As the largest daily newspaper in Arizona, this publication serves as a primary source of news and investigative journalism for the Phoenix metropolitan area and the entire state. With a history dating back to 1890, it maintains a significant digital presence through its affiliated website, providing comprehensive coverage of regional politics, local sports, and community affairs.

How Arizona Republic is leading on 31 August 2026

The story focuses on the intersection of agricultural health and international trade, specifically the timing of a parasite outbreak relative to the reopening of cattle ports.

Editorial stance: Focus on regional economic security. What they emphasise: The logistical and regulatory challenges of maintaining cross-border trade during a biological threat..

Distinctive on this page: The juxtaposition of a biological agricultural threat with a high-profile local criminal appeal.

If you only read this paper today: A reader would conclude that Arizona is currently navigating complex regulatory issues regarding trade, privacy, and the legal system.

Lead headline: “Mexico confirms new cases of screwworm

Front page of Arizona Republic, 31 August 2026 — reproduced for the purpose of critical review
Front page of Arizona Republic, 31 August 2026. Reproduced for the purpose of critical review and commentary — about our editorial use.
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TOTAL CIRCULATION

293,640

PRINT

285,927

DIGITAL

7,048

MEDIA LANDSCAPE IN PHOENIX

Anchoring the local media landscape is a single dominant daily newspaper that operates alongside several specialized community and alternative publications. The Arizona Republic serves as the primary broadsheet, maintaining a circulation of nearly 300,000 copies. Beyond this major outlet, the regional market supports targeted reporting through the Phoenix New Times, a traditional alternative weekly, and the Arizona Capitol Times, which focuses exclusively on state government and legislative affairs. Paperboy lists 11 newspapers in Phoenix.

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