Arizona Government

Which races did Arizonans skip on their ballot?

Undervote varied from about one percent to nearly a quarter, depending on the race.

Hobbs signs largest tribal water rights agreement in US history

The settlement is contingent on Congressional approval.

Tucson weighs renaming Christopher Columbus Park amid push to honor Tohono O’odham leader

The public comment period closes on November 25th.

Pima County acts to prevent financial mismanagement following scandal involving former Santa Cruz County treasurer

The county is implementing safeguards to protect against financial issues, such as the $40 million embezzlement case against Elizabeth Gutfahr.

Colorado River states are separated by a ‘giant chasm’ in negotiations

Arizona’s top water official outlined major differences between the states’ ideas about how to cut back on water use.

Hobbs touts progress at border; says she will continue work under Trump

Gov. Katie Hobbs says administration supported federal agencies who seized over 6 million fentanyl pills and more than 1,400 pounds of other drugs, pledges ongoing efforts on border security.

Environmentalists concerned after protected Mexican wolf dies in Arizona

Up to $103,500 in reward money from state and federal agencies, as well as non-governmental organizations and private individuals, had been pledged for information “that leads to successful prosecution in the case.”

AZ Senate candidate killed in car crash with impaired driver

The deadly accident happened early Friday morning.

Republicans take lead in Cochise County Board of Supervisors races

However, nearly 15,000 ballots still need to be tabulated.

Rep. Juan Ciscomani wins reelection to Arizona US House seat

The district runs from Tucson east to the New Mexico state line and includes a stretch of the Arizona-Mexico border.

Judge recuses himself in Arizona fake elector case after urging response to attacks on Kamala Harris

A spokesperson for Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes declined to comment on the judge’s recusal.

Democrat Ruben Gallego wins Arizona US Senate race against Republican Kari Lake

Gallego is five-term House member and an Iraq War veteran.

Arizona Supreme Court declines emergency request to extend ballot 'curing' deadline

The decision came Sunday after voter rights groups complained of delays in vote counting and in notifying voters about signature problems.

ACLU asks Arizona Supreme Court to extend 'curing' deadline after vote-count delays

The groups argued that tens of thousands of Arizonans could be disenfranchised

Tucson City Council will revisit permit system for feeding unhoused in public parks

They moved to examine the issue and report back in 60 days.

Arizona enshrines abortion rights, but Trump’s return sparks uncertainty for providers

Arizona's Proposition 139 secures abortion rights, but with Trump’s return, providers brace for renewed challenges and uncertainty.

Arizona voters guarantee the right to abortion in the state constitution

Arizona was one of nine states with abortion on the ballot.

Settlement with Kroger adds $68.5 million to AZ opioid fund

Agreement also adds reporting requirements to Fry's & Smith's pharmacies.

Arizona Debate: Prop. 314 - Immigration Enforcement Referendum

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Abortion in Arizona - a virtual town hall

AZPM News hosted a virtual Town Hall about the future of abortion in Arizona.

Arizona Minimum Wage - a virtual town hall

AZPM News hosted a virtual Town Hall about a proposed minimum wage increase in Arizona.