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Trump drops but still leads in new poll
Donald Trump’s support among Republican voters in Arizona dropped significantly following the GOP presidential debate but he still holds a double-digit lead over his opponents, according to a new poll.
Revenues exceed forecasts by $322M, but state leaders reluctant to call it a surplus
Six straight months of revenues exceeding projections has some lawmakers hoping to reverse the impact of Gov. Doug Ducey’s budget cuts, but the Governor’s Office has signaled that agency heads and legislators shouldn’t get their hopes up.
Ducey aide Vogt leaving administration, to be replaced by DEQ director
A top staffer in Gov. Doug Ducey’s administration is leaving for the private sector after seven months on the job. Ted Vogt, Ducey’s chief of operations, will leave the Governor’s Office later this month for a job in the private sector.
Cell phone records linked to prostitution probe shake southern Arizona politics
If you’re a well-known Republican from south of the Gila River, there’s a good chance your name is listed in police documents alongside hundreds of “Johns” suspected of frequenting a Tucson prostitution ring.
New APS solar fee: Do you have $21 to spare?
With $21, you can buy at least two LED 60-watt light bulbs and reduce your electricity bill over time. Or visit the Phoenix Zoo for $20. Or read Jim Collins’ “Good to Great,” which sells at $17.85 on Barnes & Noble. Or take your spouse to the movies. If the Arizona Public Service had its way, however, that money would go toward paying a monthly fee – that is, if you happen to h[...]
Arizona, other states, seek stay of new clean air rule
As the state’s energy officials continue to sift through a final federal rule to curb carbon emissions, Attorney General Mark Brnovich has already decided the rule itself is unlawful and has asked the Environmental Protection Agency to stay its implementation.
Dems hire former Obama field organizer as state director
The Arizona Democratic Party has hired a battle-tested campaign veteran to run the state party. Sheila Healy, who worked for President Barack Obama’s campaigns in 2008 and 2012, starts today as the state party’s executive director.
Poll: Trump leads big in Arizona, top choice for 1 in 3 voters
A poll shows real estate mogul Donald Trump as the top choice of a third of Republican voters in Arizona, at least after undecided voters were urged to make a decision.
Appeals Court rejects Douglas’ request for quick ruling on lawsuit
The Arizona Court of Appeals today refused to accept Superintendent of Public Instruction Diane Douglas’ request for a fast-tracked appeal of her lawsuit against the Board of Education.
Obama’s final Clean Power Plan leaves many big questions
The Obama administration’s revised Clean Power Plan goals could be more palatable for Arizona, but big questions remain as to how they will affect the state’s utilities, their customers and the fate of the Apache Generating Station.
Ducey wants co-pays, work requirement for AHCCCS, but federal approval won’t be easy
Gov. Doug Ducey is seeking federal approval to create new co-payment, work and other requirements for AHCCCS patients.
Pima County claims governor, legislators illegally shifted state costs to counties
Denied a hearing by the Arizona Supreme Court, Pima County will soon take its legal challenge over a budget provision regarding the 1 percent property tax cap to Maricopa County.
