Editorial Standards

Arizona State News is committed to providing accurate, fair, and transparent news coverage for Arizona. These standards guide everything we publish.

Accuracy

We verify information through multiple sources before publication. Every article includes citations linking to the original source material so readers can independently verify claims. When errors are identified, we correct them promptly and transparently.

AI-Assisted Reporting

Arizona State News uses artificial intelligence to assist in the research and writing of news articles. AI tools help us monitor local news sources, analyze public records, and draft articles more efficiently.

While AI assists our workflow, we maintain editorial oversight to ensure accuracy and fairness. We acknowledge that AI-generated content may occasionally contain errors, which is why we provide source links with every article.

Source Attribution

Every article published on Arizona State News includes a sources section at the bottom, linking to the original reporting or public records referenced. We believe readers deserve to see where information comes from.

Independence

Our coverage is independent and not influenced by advertisers, political organizations, or other external parties. We do not accept payment for editorial coverage.

Corrections Policy

If you believe an article contains an error, please contact us through our contact page. We will review the concern and issue a correction if warranted. Significant corrections will be noted at the top of the article.

Fairness

We strive to present all sides of a story. When covering controversies or disputes, we seek to include perspectives from all relevant parties.