Arizona Government News

Chiricahua National Park proposal moving in the U.S. Senate

May 18, 2023 The proposal is headed to the full Senate.

US greenlights major transmission line for renewable energy in Arizona and other Western states

May 18, 2023 The announcement comes just about a year after an environmental review was completed as part of a broader effort by the Biden administration to clear the way for major transmission projects in the West.

Court rejects claim that copper mine land is needed for jaguar preservation

May 18, 2023 The U.S. 9th Circuit Court of Appeals ruling is a win for the Rosemont Copper Mine.

Tucson turns down TEP franchise while Cochise County approves jail tax

May 16, 2023 Southern Arizona voters went to the polls for special elections.

Plastic waste into construction blocks: Tucson strives for zero-waste model

May 16, 2023 Tucson city council unanimously approved an agreement with ByFusion to convert plastic waste into construction-grade building blocks.

Arizona's governor and attorney general announce crackdown on Medicaid fraud

May 16, 2023 An investigation that involved the FBI and the U.S. Attorney’s Office has resulted in at least 45 indictments by the office of Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes.

No more silence: Boarding school survivor Anita Yellowhair shares her story, over 60 years later

May 14, 2023 Anita Yellowhair, of Arizona, was one of thousands of children taken from their home to one of more than 400 boarding schools in the U.S.

Kari Lake election challenge shouldn't proceed, Arizona officials say

May 12, 2023 Arizona officials and the Democratic governor have urged a judge to throw out Republican Kari Lake’s last remaining election misconduct claim.

Gov. Katie Hobbs signs off on $17 billion budget package

May 12, 2023 The Democratic governor acknowledged Friday the budget is not perfect but includes gains for more affordable housing, roads and investments in public schools and other sectors.

Title 42 has ended. Here's what it did, and how US immigration policy is changing

May 12, 2023 The U.S. is putting new restrictions into place at its southern border to try to to stop migrants from crossing illegally.

Officials prepare for change in border policy

May 11, 2023 As Title 42 comes to an end, border officials prepare for a possible influx in migrants at the U.S.-Mexico border.

Judge rejects Arizona Sen. Wendy Rogers' restraining order against reporter

May 10, 2023 “The strongest point is investigative reporting is a legitimate purpose. lt just is,” said Judge Howard Grodman.

Democrats upset Arizona budget doesn’t limit school voucher expansion

May 10, 2023 The Democratic governor came into office with plans to undo the massive explosion in the voucher program.

Miracle Valley in Cochise County could be sold

May 10, 2023 The county is getting ready to auction the bible college property.

Governor Hobbs visits Tucson to share plans for end of Title 42

May 9, 2023 The press conference took place Tuesday afternoon where she discussed her five point approach to an expected increase in migrants.

Cochise County Board of Supervisors changes leadership

May 9, 2023 The new positions take effect May 23.

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