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Audit finds issues with Arizona’s affordable housing inspections
The Arizona Department of Housing did not conduct inspections for one or more federal health and safety standards in the units it used tax credits to help finance, according to a new report.
Analysis: Data centers are the first test for White House hopefuls
The behind-the-scenes campaign for the Democratic nomination for president in 2028 has its first shibboleth: To be a part of the tribe, contenders must aver their opposition to the explosion of data centers proliferating around the country.
Keeper of the Trees: Alison Faller oversees Arizona’s Magnificent Tree Program
Large trees might not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of Arizona, but the state’s diverse landscapes are home to trees and cacti that have survived for generations and, in some cases, since statehood.Â
Just a few seats could flip control of Arizona’s Legislature
Most of Arizona’s legislative districts aren’t expected to be competitive this November, but a handful of closely contested races could determine which party controls the Legislature in 2027.Â
Prop 144 puts Arizona mail voting in the spotlight
Arizona voters could enshrine a requirement to present identification when casting a ballot into the Constitution this November.
Arizona’s groundwater future hinges on 2026 election
Arizona’s gubernatorial candidates have starkly different views on groundwater regulation. Meanwhile, local communities aren't waiting for legislative action.
A third of Maricopa voting sites banning electioneering
Some property owners have experienced property damage or other problems. Others simply don't want their facilities to become sites of political activity.
Fontes and Kolodin trade insults with some policy sprinkled in
Secretary of State Adrian Fontes and Republican state Rep. Alexander Kolodin debated in the race for Arizona’s top elections official.
Treasurer race gets personal as candidates cast doubt on the other’s integrity
Personal attacks from both candidates for state treasurer have turned the typically under-the-radar race into a contentious fight.
‘Predator protector’ accusations cast long shadow over governor’s race
Consultants say both campaigns, by accusing each other of 'protecting' predators, are relying on attacks rather than talking about voters’ top concerns.
Arizona GOP targets overseas voters in registration fight
Under a 2005 state law, these people have been allowed to vote absentee, just like their parents, who once lived in Arizona and kept their state registration.
School districts grapple with higher fuel costs
A month into the school year, districts across the nation are straining over the high cost of diesel used to keep hundreds of thousands of buses on the road.
