What to know about Maricopa County’s 55 food deserts—plus the organizations stepping up to help

What to know about Maricopa County’s 55 food deserts—plus the organizations stepping up to help

You don’t have to be an economist to know that the US economy isn’t working for many Americans—and hasn’t been for several years. National debt continues to grow, and people are struggling more and more to afford their bills. And it gets worse when you take a look at individual states. Arizona’s food prices have soared so far in 2026, with staple grocery items like coffee, produce, and ground beef selling at considerably higher prices than last …