Recent Articles from Rachel Ohm
Arizona attorney general’s race will determine state’s legal landscape
The winner will lead an office of 1,000 employees with broad authority over consumer protection, criminal prosecution and legal disputes involving the state.
For former Arizona Chief Justice Scott Bales, courts are critical to election integrity
Judges are typically tight-lipped about their work outside of the courtroom. Scott Bales lived that reality for more than a decade as a judge on Arizona's Supreme Court, where he served 14 years. After retiring in 2019 following five years as chief justice, he’s speaking up about the role of the courts and why it’s important.
Meet the 19-year-old ASU student running for Maricopa County office
At a time when many young people have become disillusioned with politics, Matta is hoping his candidacy inspires them to get involved.
What will the takeover of Arizona’s prison healthcare system look like?
A long-awaited outside takeover of Arizona’s prison healthcare system is set to begin this month, putting a court-appointed receiver in charge of a prison system the state has spent years defending and inmates have condemned as constitutionally inadequate.
Mayes, Petersen clash over Trump, ICE in attorney general’s debate
Mayes, the current attorney general, and Petersen, weighed in on the Trump administration, ICE and other issues Wednesday night.
Ruiz, Yee spar over school choice, diversity initiatives in latest debate
The two candidates agreed more accountability is needed for the state’s Empowerment Scholarship Account program, but differed in the details.












