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Primary victors went big on election integrity, ESAs, housing, water
Key Points: Democratic and Republican voters chose candidates that align with each party’s values Candidates will now have to appeal to a wider range of voters Primary winners have varying […]
Mohave County reclassifies short-term rentals to commercial, drawing opposition
After the Arizona Legislature refused to consider a bill last year that would have changed how short-term rental properties are classified, one county assessor decided to take matters into her own hands.
Housing industry becomes big financial force in Arizona election
Housing interests were some of the biggest players in Arizona’s primary elections, spending heavily in statewide and legislative races as the industry hopes to shape affordability and development policies in the coming years.Â
The races that will decide the balance of power in the Legislature
Key points: Several key general election races are already taking shape after Tuesday’s primary election Incumbent candidates in competitive districts led their primary races after initial primary results Both Republican […]
Arizona governor’s race kicks off with battle over affordability, bipartisanship
The stage is finally set for Congressman Andy Biggs to take on Gov. Katie Hobbs in November after he sailed through the Republican primary on July 21.Â
The decision after the decision: Who will be Arizona’s first lieutenant governor?
Arizona’s primary voters have picked the candidates they want to see on the ballot in November. Now the top-of-the-ticket contenders have decisions of their own: choosing who should become the state’s first lieutenant governor.Â
7 govs have banned state employees from prediction market wagering
At least seven governors have banned state employees from using insider information to place bets, as questions around ethics and insider trading continue to hound prediction market operators.
Kolodin celebrates, other statewide races close
Republican candidates for statewide office were mostly locked in races that were too close to call on Tuesday night, with one incumbent currently trailing.
Biggs, Petersen declare victory in GOP governor, AG primaries
Congressman Andy Biggs emerged as one of the big winners Tuesday night as Arizona Republicans chose nominees to face Democratic Gov. Katie Hobbs and Attorney General Kris Mayes in November.
State AI deepfake laws face first big test in 2026 midterm elections
This election year has already produced multiple examples of AI campaign content — some labeled, some not.
Donna Hamm: A force for prison reform
Donna Hamm became the voice for Arizona prisoners when they had none. After four decades of advocacy, she has cemented herself as the foremost advocate for the incarcerated and thorn in the side of carceral agencies across the state.
How to vote in Arizona’s primary on Tuesday: A last-minute guide
Voters still hoping to cast ballots in Tuesday’s primary election still have plenty of time to do so.
