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Light rail opens and businesses along the expansion route breathe a sigh of relief
Uncle Tony’s Pizzeria is one of many businesses along 19th Avenue that suffered from the construction of the Valley Metro Light rail before it opened on March 19. The expansion added three miles to the current line, from 19th and Montebello avenues to 19th and Dunlap avenues.
Cara Nicole Trujillo: ‘Arizona Powergirl’ runs for the Legislature
Cara Nicole Trujillo might be a new face on the Arizona political scene, but in the comic book world, she’s a legend. With more than 37,000 fans on Facebook, the “Arizona Powergirl” cosplayer (a contraction of costume player who wears costumes and fashion accessories to represent a specific character) just declared her candidacy to run for Tempe’s Legislative District 26 seat.
Protesters arrested outside Executive Tower
Four protesters were arrested after blocking the front sliding doors to the governor’s office on Wednesday afternoon.
‘Free the Grapes’ bill goes to governor
A bill to allow out of state wineries to ship wine directly to Arizona consumers is on its way to the governor’s desk.
Access to House restricted as protesters demonstrate against “hateful rhetoric’’
Officials closed the doors to the Arizona House of Representatives during an anti-Trump, pro-immigrant rally at the state Capitol on Wednesday and put up signs that entry into the People’s House was for “official state business only.”
Glendale casino’s liquor license on hold pending public hearing
The Desert Diamond Casino in Glendale has been the source of controversy for the past couple of years, but after opening in December, it faces another hurdle – obtaining a liquor license.
Senator wants to add to sex offender registry
The House Judiciary Committee today voted unanimously for Sen. John Kavanagh’s SB1286, which would expand the lists of persons included on the sexual registry to include Class One offenders. The bill previously passed the full Senate unanimously.
A balancing act
A host of bills requiring schools to do more are moving through the legislative process.
