The Buzz: Catching up with Arizona AG Kris Mayes
Mayes talks about what happened in 2024 and what may come in 2025.
Arizona official who delayed county’s 2022 election certification didn’t have immunity, court says
The court also said certifying election results is an administrative responsibility and that legislative immunity doesn’t apply to Crosby’s situation.
Governor Hobbs spotlights Arizona homeownership program in Tucson
State-led initiative supports first-time homebuyers with down payment assistance and guidance.
Willcox Groundwater Basin designated as Arizona’s 7th active management area
Governor Hobbs uses administrative action to safeguard water in southeastern AZ.
ADOT pauses highway closures for the holidays
The change accommodates increased holiday traffic.
Arizona completes statewide water testing for PFAS ahead of updated EPA regulations deadlines
88% of water systems sampled meet new federal standards, 12% exceed newly established levels.
Corporation Commission censures Anna Tovar for ethics, open meeting law violations
The outgoing Tovar denies wrongdoing following the censure, claiming her actions were factual and transparent.
PACC receives $120,000 grant to expand Spanish-language outreach for pet services
The grant allows a successful campaign to spread awareness of the services the center provides to continue.
AAA: 2.3 million Arizonans will travel for the holidays
Most of those travelers will reach their destination by car.
Arizona electors cast votes for Trump and Vance
State electors cast votes in their respective states across the county on Dec. 17.
AZ voters show high bipartisan election confidence
71% of Democrats are confident the election was fair, despite significant losses.
Former Pima County Sheriff's Sergeant Ricardo Garcia found guilty of attempted sexual assault and sexual abuse
The jury found him not guilty of sexual assault.
Defense argues consent was possible for passed-out victim deputy at the center of Pima County Sheriff’s Department rape case
Closing arguments reiterated the defense’s focus on the victim’s prior history with Garcia, and inconsistencies made in her initial statements to police.
AG Mayes sues Saudi-owned alfalfa farm Fondomonte
The lawsuit alleges that the company has excessively pumped groundwater, causing a nuisance in La Paz County.
Judge dismisses challenge to dual language program, citing lack of standing
This lawsuit was Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Horne's second attempt at targeting the learning model.
