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Kavanagh bill would protect people who break into cars to save pets, children
Saying good Samaritans deserve legal protection, a veteran state lawmaker wants to provide immunity from lawsuits for people who break into hot vehicles to rescue a trapped animal. And kids, too.
David Leibowitz: Primarily a storyteller, regardless of his profession
David Leibowitz sat down with the Arizona Capitol Times to discuss storytelling, Arizona and its politics, lame apologies and the mental and physical stature of lawmakers.
State high court to decide if it’ll review Tucson guns case
The Arizona Supreme Court has granted a motion for expedited consideration in the Tucson guns case.
ADOT increases use of remote technology to ease traffic flow
State transportation officials are increasing their use of remote technology to help keep traffic moving on portions of highways that pass through various communities across Arizona.
Report: Phoenix VA let suicidal patients walk out
A report from a federal watchdog agency verifies warnings that the Phoenix Department of Veterans Affairs hospital wasn't properly caring for suicidal patients.
Customs and Border chief: Migrant surge not letting up
The surge of Central American families seeking asylum at U.S. borders is not letting up, Customs and Border Protection Commissioner Gil Kerlikowske said Wednesday
Obama actions on public lands may be difficult for Trump to undo
President Barack Obama could cement his environmental legacy by taking executive action to designate nearly 4 million acres of Western land as national monuments before leaving office next month.
New Arizona House speaker hires anti-abortion group’s lawyer
The incoming speaker of the Arizona House of Representatives has hired the top attorney for a powerful anti-abortion group as general counsel for the legislative chamber, one of a string of staffers with deep conservative resumes chosen by Rep. J.D. Mesnard.
Chief of Arizona-Mexico commission resigns
The president of the Arizona-Mexico commission has resigned from the unpaid position. The commission is a public-private organization that promotes trade, networking and information-sharing across the border.
Arizona Board of Regents settle student association’s claim of retaliation
The Arizona Board of Regents voted yesterday settle claims by the Arizona Students Association that it illegally retaliated against the organization.
Arizona sheriff’s criminal contempt trial moved to April 25
The NCAA men's Final Four basketball tournament scheduled for early April in the Phoenix area has pushed back outgoing Maricopa County Sheriff Joe Arpaio's trial on a criminal contempt-of-court charge.
Advocates say ending Arizona’s veteran homelessness is in reach
Arizona advocates say eliminating veteran homelessness is within reach, and Phoenix has already reached “functional zero” veteran homelessness.
