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AHCCCS paid for more than half of state’s births
More than half of Arizona’s babies were born under the state’s health plan for low-income residents last year, according to statistics from the Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System. The... […]
Court rules rape victim’s compensation is public record
A compensation claim that a teenage rape victim filed against a school district is a public record and should be disclosed because it bears on government’s performance of its duties,... […]
Trees planted at Capitol in memory of Michael Brophy
Attorney known for being a ‘straight shooter,’ and shaping Arizona’s water future
Lawmakers blast Kyl for blocking federal FOIA bill
State senators swiftly reminded U.S. Senator Jon Kyl of their support for open government laws after the senior Republican admitted to secretly withholding legislation that seeks to strengthen the Freedom... […]
Governors back 2008 candidates: McCain, Clinton lead with 3 each
In early maneuvering for the 2008 run for the White House, 11 governors already have lined up behind candidates, providing ground troops and political donors needed to win the presidency... […]
FBI report: Phoenix violent crime up 4.7%; Tucson down 9%
The overall number of violent crimes increased in Phoenix by 4.7 percent last year but decreased in Tucson by 9 percent, according to preliminary FBI data released June 4. The... […]
Holy Land newspaper touts visit from Crist
Florida Gov. Charlie Crist’s approval ratings are high at home, but in the Holy Land he is absolutely deified, the Palm Beach Post discloses. Making a trade visit to Israel... […]
Lawmakers take another break while budget talks continue
For the second week in a row, the Legislature has taken a break from session as leaders resumed crunching numbers for a state budget. The House and Senate have passed... […]
Public hearing for proposed Kingman jail July 23
The Mohave County Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing during its regular July 23 meeting in Kingman concerning a proposed county jail facility. The estimated 266,000-square-foot correctional facility... […]
GOP lawmakers ask Kyl to abandon immigration proposal
State Republicans chided U.S. Senator Jon Kyl in a letter delivered to his Phoenix office on June 5. The letter, signed by more than two-dozen lawmakers and some 300 elected... […]
Whistleblower lawsuit filed by 2 ex-treasurer staffers
Two former top aides to ousted treasurer David Petersen have filed a whistleblower and wrongful termination lawsuit claiming they suffered reprisals for cooperating with an Attorney General’s Office investigation that... […]
House clarifies bail for illegal immigrants
Because the courts refuse to follow the law approved by voters last year that requires illegal immigrants be denied bail for serious crimes, the state must step in and spell... […]
