Rep. Biggs promises to eliminate income tax and create speedy elections as governor
Key Points: Rep. Andy Biggs wants to eliminate income taxes, create his own border task force and focus on election integrity if elected governor Biggs vowed to sign bills within […]
Special election in CD7 could provide crucial insight to Democrats in 2026
Key Points: CD7 will be the first election in the state since big losses for Democrats in 2024 Candidates hope the race will provide energy and clarity for Democrats running […]
Republican candidates debate immigration, budget ahead of CD7 election
Key Points: Two Republican contenders for CD7 debated Both supported the president’s immigration policies to varying degrees Each an underdog in the largely Democratic district Two Republicans vying to get […]
Republican immigration efforts continue despite vetoes
Key Points: Senate Republicans plan to rerun immigration bills next year Measures demand cooperation with federal government and increase enforcement efforts Democrats criticize the enforcement’s lack of due process Senate […]
Bill targeting antisemitism in schools advances despite opposition by educators
Key Points: Educators could face legal action if they are accused of antisemitism in the classroom Supporters say the bill is in response to an increase in antisemitic incidents Opponents […]
Trump’s former chief of staff claims immunity from fake electors charges
Key Points: Meadows claims immunity from election fraud; says his actions were within official White House duties Judge Tuchi previously rejected same defense by ruling his conduct exceeded his official […]
CD7 Democrats differ sharply over the environment, taxes and economy
Key Points: Multiple democrats debated for a shot to replace late-Rep. Raúl Grijalva Grijalva daughter would continue her late father’s progressive agenda All candidates say Democrats need to fight Daniel […]
As budget deadline looms, state officials begin talks
Key Points: Arizona has less than 40 days to complete a state budget before a government shutdown One reason for budget delay is uncertainty over state tax revenue Despite habitual […]
AG Mayes defends action against Fondomonte despite coalition of farmers, ranchers and cities
Key Points: The state says Fondomonte, a Saudi-owned alfalfa farm, is creating a public nuisance by excessive groundwater pumping A local coalition is attempting to stop the attorney general from […]
Stacey Brown: School choice on the homefront
Stacey Brown is first and foremost a homeschool mom. But educating her three children using the Empowerment Scholarship Account program propelled Brown to the grassroots — placing her at press […]
What’s in a name? A lot when it comes to the late Congressman Grijalva
Key Points: Five Democrats and three Republicans are vying for the late U.S. Rep. Raúl Grijalva’s seat Democrats hold a considerable advantage in voter registration in 7th Congressional District The […]
Attorney General Mayes files motion to pursue second execution
Key Points: Richard Djerf will be second man executed in Arizona this year Djerf will likely be executed between August and September The motion signals Kris Mayes’ continued support of […]