Good morning, Arizona. Here’s what our reporters are working on and what you should know about what’s happening across the state before you start your day.
Democrat Ruben Gallego will soon be sworn into the U.S. Senate , marking a demographic milestone for Arizona Latinos as the nation rebalances its government to a GOP-controlled Washington.
In interviews with The Arizona Republic and with other media outlets, Gallego outlined his priorities and offered a sense of how he intends to work in the Senate .
Other big stories
➤ These are the pets up for adoption in Phoenix-area shelters this week. Meet Pumpkin, Balugga, Elide and Maximilian .
➤ Arizona State football’s superstar running back Cam Skattebo vomited during the Peach Bowl. Watch as he explains why on the Dan Patrick Show .
➤ What happened on January 6th and to the Arizonans from the Jan. 6 Capitol attack like the QAnon shaman? Public opinion is evolving as former President Donald Trump returns to the White House .