Hispanic groups challenge employer sanctions law
Two Hispanic advocacy groups have filed a federal lawsuit targeting Arizona’s recently passed employer sanctions law on the grounds it unfairly impacts legal workers.Chicanos por la Causa and Somos America... […]
Writer warns radical Islam poses problem for Western nations
Western nations are not acting to counter the growing danger of radicalized Islam within their own countries, said Mark Steyn, a conservative syndicated columnist at a Sept. 6 event held... […]
Bee moves closer to congressional race against Giffords
Senate President Tim Bee has filed exploratory committee papers with the Federal Election Commission, a step toward a possible run against U.S. Rep. Gabrielle Giffords in the 8th Congressional District.“We... […]
When is a candidate really a candidate?
On its Web site, the Federal Election Commission discusses the rules that govern when a person officially becomes a candidate for a federal office, and when he or she must... […]
Forecasters: Economy is ‘starting to cool down’
Tax collections called disappointing, but there are some bright spots
Pearce mulls congressional run against fellow Republican Flake
Saying no to guest worker programRep. Russell Pearce says he is specifically angered by Congressman’s Jeff Flake’s support for a guest-worker program. Photo by Bill Coates The Legislature’s most vocal... […]
Lawmakers seek CPS changes, transparency, to protect kids
State lawmakers are likely to propose more transparency and other changes for state Child Protective Services after a rare public hearing on CPS’ handling of pending or closed cases in... […]
County attorney sues Goddard, accuses AG of hampering probe
Maricopa County Attorney Andrew Thomas filed a lawsuit Aug. 27 accusing Attorney General Terry Goddard of attempting to thwart an investigation into his office’s dealings with former state Treasurer David... […]
Federal judge says voter ID law is constitutional
A federal judge has agreed with the state that Arizona’s voter identification requirements do not violate either federal or state laws, but the fight against the statutes is not over.Judge... […]
Democrats: Bee is side-stepping resign-to-run law
The Arizona Democratic Party says it is looking into whether Senate President Tim Bee is violating the state’s resign-to-run law by “stockpiling” money to challenge U.S. Rep. Gabrielle Giffords in... […]
Audit targets ADOT use of consultants
The increasing use of consultants at the Arizona Department of Transportation is a troubling trend, according to an auditor general report. Consultant use may also “pose a risk to the... […]
ADOT answers auditor general
The Arizona Department of Transportation answered point by point issues raised by an auditor general report.ADOT said it cooperated fully with the auditor general during the audit process and agreed... […]