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Ducey looking for money for transition team, inauguration
Newly elected as governor, Doug Ducey is now seeking private dollars to fund his transition team. And he’ll also be looking for donors to finance the ceremonial parts of his January inauguration.
U.S. Supreme Court allows AZ to ban bail for illegal immigrants, for now
Immigrants in this country illegally awaiting trial on criminal charges won’t be getting out of jail, at least not yet. In a brief order today, U.S. Supreme Court Justice Anthony Kennedy blocked implementation of a ruling by the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals voiding a 2006 Arizona law which effectively denies many of those migrants even the opportunity to ask for bail.
McNeil says allegations in complaint mischaracterized
Former Arizona Department of Administration Director Brian McNeil defended himself from an employee’s accusations that preceded his firing, saying the events in her complaint to federal officials were mischaracterized and that he’s never discriminated against anyone.
For some women, starting a business is a way around gender gap
Climbing the corporate ladder has never been a woman’s game. In 2014, women still make about 80 cents to each dollar men earn and are holding fewer leadership roles throughout their careers.
Groups threatening to sue feds over lack of protection for tiny owl
Known for its small size and auburn color, the cactus ferruginous pygmy owl has environmentalists battling with federal officials over whether or not it should be protected.
Battling cancer, former lawmaker advocates for ‘Right to Try’ measure
It’s been 28 days since her last infusion of powerful chemicals to fight her cancer and Laura Knaperek settles in for another one. She’s not letting up on her political consulting tasks, one of which is leading one of two campaigns to pass Proposition 303.
Against long odds, write-in candidates seek governor’s office
A write-in candidate has never been elected governor of Arizona, and the odds are long that one ever will be. But don’t tell J. Johnson that.
Brewer’s pre-debate advice to Ducey and DuVal: ‘Don’t pause.’
Gov. Jan Brewer has some advice for Fred DuVal and Doug Ducey as they face off in their series of gubernatorial debates.
Dolan Company announces reorganization plan
The Dolan Company, the Arizona Capitol Times’ parent company, has hired five executives as part of a reorganization of the corporate structure.
Money talks, doesn’t necessarily win elections
Money couldn’t buy tonight’s elections - or at least not all of them. Many of the most expensive campaigns fell flat, and even outside spending couldn’t rescue several candidates.
Political newcomer DeWit wins treasurer’s race
Political newcomer Jeff DeWit has secured the Republican primary for state treasurer.
Reagan wins GOP secretary of state race
Sen. Michele Reagan will be the Republican nominee for secretary of state after winning her three-way primary.
