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Sen. Kimberly Yee’s primary competition eliminated
A court ruling has cleared the District 20 GOP primary for Sen. Kimberly Yee, R-Phoenix.
GOP challenge to Libertarian Hess dismissed
Libertarian standard-bearer Barry Hess will be on the ballot for his fourth straight gubernatorial campaign after a Republican challenge to his nominating petitions was dismissed.
Corp Comm candidates question APS’ neutrality
Two Republican candidates for the Arizona Corporation Commission are asking pointed questions to the head of Arizona Public Service, wary that the utility is secretly aiding their primary opponents in the race for seats on the regulatory agency.
Too edgy: Huppenthal says he’s written his last secret blog comment
Some people collect antique cars. Others go fishing. Superintendent of Public Instruction John Huppenthal leaves posts anonymously about Adolf Hitler on political blogs.
State requests bids for student achievement test
The State Board of Education released its request for bids today to find a company to administer a test to measure student achievement on the state’s learning standards.
Officials ask Congress for funds to train firefighters, fight wildfires
Forestry and fire officials told a Senate subcommittee that federal, state and local firefighters need more funding, training and flexibility to effectively battle wildfires.
Judge rules PTSD should qualify for medical marijuana
An administrative law judge told Arizona Department of Health Services Director Will Humble today that Arizonans suffering from post-traumatic stress should be able to legally use medical marijuana to treat their symptoms.
Arizona Chamber endorses lawmakers who opposed its policies
Almost two dozen incumbent lawmakers can boast of earning the Arizona Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s endorsement despite opposing the business community’s biggest policy positions in the last two years.
Ducey, Smith, DuVal announce big fundraising hauls
The first fundraising period of 2014 was a good one for GOP gubernatorial hopefuls Doug Ducey and Scott Smith, who pulled in about $1 million apiece since the start of January.
Arizona abortion restrictions to remain blocked
The nation's strictest rules on the use of abortion medication will continue to be blocked while a lawsuit against them plays out in court.
‘Cap Times’ hauls home 16 Arizona Press Club awards
The Arizona Capitol Times took home 16 awards in the 2013 Arizona Press Club contest, and one of its reporters was a finalist for the organization’s top honor.
Ugenti: Legislative privilege prevents search for evidence of affair with co-worker
Republican Rep. Michelle Ugenti is citing her legislative privilege in an attempt to block a subpoena to obtain her text messages in what is becoming a contentious divorce battle with her husband, Frank Ugenti.
