Politics and Government

Arizona governor puts more containers along Mexican border

Oct 24, 2022 The move comes days after Ducey sues to put up the containers.

Grand Canyon’s water ‘backbone’ to get major overhaul starting this fall

Oct 24, 2022 Built from 1965 through ’70, the Trans-Canyon Waterline is falling apart, and it has been for years.

Arizona sues US over containers along border with Mexico

Oct 21, 2022 The lawsuit filed in federal court in Arizona asks that the state be allowed to take unilateral action it believes necessary to protect its residents.

The Buzz: How the online world has changed campaign finance

Oct 21, 2022 A look at how the internet has changed how money comes into and flows out of politics.

Language change to Catalina Foothills School District policy reinforces parental rights

Oct 21, 2022 The change comes after state lawmakers passed legislation saying that parents may sue governmental entities for infringing on their right to direct their child’s upbringing.

Can candidates for governor rally their parties in Arizona’s midterm?

Oct 21, 2022 Shoring up support from party supporters may be crucial for both Lake and Democratic gubernatorial nominee Katie Hobbs in what could be a close election.

Sierra Vista gets new fire station

Oct 20, 2022 The Department of Defense helped pay for the facility.

Pinal officials pledge better election this time

Oct 20, 2022 The August primary was beset by problems in the rural county.

Arizona refuses US demand to remove containers along border

Oct 19, 2022 The federal government told Arizona officials in a letter last week that the containers were unauthorized and violated U.S. law.

Fact Check Arizona: Ep. 3 The Border in the Governor's Race

Oct 19, 2022 Lake and Hobbs' plans for border security and immigration vary widely.

The Republican and Democrat running for U.S. Senate in Arizona want to be seen as independent

Oct 18, 2022 Voters with no party affiliation have held the key to winning past Arizona elections.

In race for utility regulator, different visions for Arizona’s energy future

Oct 17, 2022 Two Republicans — Nick Myers and Kevin Thompson — and two Democrats — Sandra Kennedy and Lauren Kuby — are running for two open positions.

Beyond finalizing results, secretary of state candidates can shape Arizona’s elections

Oct 14, 2022 The secretary of state has other influence over elections, well before voting even starts.

New debate drama emerges in race for Arizona governor

Oct 13, 2022 Kari Lake, the Republican candidate for Arizona governor, is blasting a Phoenix PBS affiliate for scheduling an interview with her Democratic rival, Katie Hobbs.

Phoenix City Council passes abortion resolution modeled after Tucson’s

Oct 12, 2022 The resolution states the support for abortion access and deprioritzes law enforcement of current abortion restrictions.

Cochise County officials propose counting ballots by hand

Oct 11, 2022 It would be an unusual step that election officials warn could be time consuming and unreliable.

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