Mayes’ investigation findings relieve pressure on Hobbs campaign, consultants say
AG Kris Mayes cleared Gov. Katie Hobbs of any criminal wrongdoing in the Sunshine Residential pay-to-play scandal, giving the governor’s reelection campaign relief.
Arizona seeks California water amid Colorado River cuts
Arizona is pursuing two projects to bring up to 200,000 acre-feet of new water into the state by tapping supplies in Mexico and California.
Hobbs pauses Salt River horse removals through 2027
Key Points: Gov. Katie Hobbs halted removals of Salt River horses and ordered a genetic viability study Horse advocates and lawmakers claim the victory after months of grassroots work A […]
Mayes won’t charge Hobbs over pay-to-play allegations, but urges reforms
AG Kris Mayes will not bring criminal charges against Gov. Katie Hobbs in connection with an alleged pay-to-play scheme involving a state contractor.
Arizona avoids ‘draconian’ Colorado River cuts — for now
The federal government will adopt Arizona’s preferred plan for Colorado River reductions over the next two years, but more drastic cuts could still be on the horizon.Â
Arizona cities to push a short-term rental ballot referral next session
Arizona municipalities will push for regulations on short-term rentals during the next legislative session.
A Sun City West resident had problems with her HOA, so she wrote a bill
When Sun City West resident Caroline Trotter clashed with her Homeowners Association, she did something many might not think to do: She took her fight to the Legislature.
New Arizona law limits custody for domestic abusers
A new state law is designed to make it difficult, if not impossible, for those who commit domestic violence to get custody of their children.
Arizona’s solar industry facing mounting backlash
Republican lawmakers, state regulators and some utility companies have historically been unfriendly to solar. That opposition is only increasing.
Court OKs ballot language on election law initiative
The Arizona Supreme Court won't order Secretary of State Adrian Fontes to recraft his description of a ballot measure that, if approved, would make some major changes in state election practices.
Susan Nicolson: How a small department keeps Arizona real estate fraud at bay
As the commissioner of the Department of Real Estate, Susan Nicolson keeps an eye on real estate fraud while overseeing thousands of real estate licensees.
Autonomous trucks prompt pushback as states write rules
The autonomous truck industry says driverless semis save lives and addresses a driver shortage. Critics counter that they pose a danger and will replace jobs.Â


















