The Buzz: The coming state budget has its critics
Worries about shorted funding, misallocated funds and existing problems cause concern for some.
Hobbs under pressure to call special session on groundwater
Arizona lawmakers didn’t pass significant bipartisan policy on groundwater reform this year.
Arizona governor signs budget into law after fierce negotiations to make up a massive shortfall
The spending plan is the result of weeks of negotiations between the Democratic governor and Republican legislative leaders.
Arizona lawmakers pass budget closing $1.4 billion deficit
The spending plan is the result of weeks of negotiations between Democratic Gov. Katie Hobbs and Republican legislative leaders.
Hobbs signs housing bills that encourage middle housing and casitas
According to Arizona State University's Morrison Institute for Public Policy, about 50% of land in Arizona is zoned for single-family homes. This new legislation will help combat that.
Hobbs and Mayes launches reproductive rights website
The website works to clarify and connect Arizonans to abortion access both in and out of state.
Arizona students still unsure of financial aid for fall as Gov. Katie Hobbs announces FAFSA campaign
Students and parents are still unsure how much financial aid they will be offered for the 2024-25 school year.
Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs sets veto record
Hobbs vetoed another 13 bills last week, giving her 185 total vetoes since she took office in January 2023.
‘Arizona is Home’ mortgage assistance program kickstarts statewide homeownership drive
Empowering first-time buyers and expanding housing access across Arizona.
Hobbs vetoes Arizona Starter Homes Act despite bipartisan support
The bill would have banned cities from requiring homeowners associations and minimize single-family home sizes.
Gov. Hobbs says she would veto Republican water bill
Hobbs said the bill would bill would favor corporations, hurt small farmers.
Saudi company quits pumping in Butler Valley Basin, but still has other land holdings
Canceled and not renewed leases make up roughly one-third of Fondomonte's owned and leased land.
Hobbs vetoes immigration bill
The bill is similar to a Texas law put on hold by the U.S. Supreme Court.
The Buzz: Changes to Arizona's elections
Election moves come as the state prepares for more mandatory recounts.
Hobbs on Senate's failure to pass Bipartisan Border Security Package: "It is incredibly unfortunate and frustrating."
The Q & A was hosted by the Sky Islands Regional Partnership — formerly known as the Sierra Vista Area Chamber of Commerce
