Can state election officials still exercise their free speech rights?
Key Points: Arizona election officials may face conflict of interest concerns Secretary Adrian Fontes endorses candidate who filed campaign finance complaint Arizona law does not bar election officials from endorsing […]
Survey: What makes a good election in the eyes of Arizonans?
Elections matter. Voting matters. That’s what we learn in school. But changes being proposed to how Arizonans vote at the national and state levels would make your civics teacher cry. […]
A Petersen AG nomination would be an early victory for Democrats
Note: A direct response to this article has been published at https://azcapitoltimes.com/news/2026/05/04/petersen-is-the-most-qualified-republican-for-attorney-general/ A.R.S. § 41-191 clearly states that Arizona’s attorney general “shall have been for not less than five years […]
Clean energy majority takes over SRP board, Turning Point falls short
Key Points: A clean energy slate of candidates will control the Salt River Project board Turning Point-backed candidates fell short despite massive investments The results could foreshadow the outcome of […]
Fontes talks GOP election efforts, federal data demands
Key Points: Secretary of State Adrian Fontes denies federal requests for sensitive voter data Gives opinion and official perspective on GOP voting measures Comments highlight tension between state and federal […]
A good election features accuracy of results, Arizonans say in survey
Key Points: A survey shows a majority of Arizonans value accuracy over speed in election results Panelists encouraged people and candidates to learn about the election process to understand why […]
Morning Scoop: What makes a good election?
New statewide research from Center for the Future of Arizona reveals striking agreement on the core principles of fair, secure elections, broad trust in election administrators, and strong public support […]
Two Democrats to challenge Republican incumbents at the Corporation Commission
Key Points: Clara Pratte and Jonathon Hill are running together for two seats on the Corporation Commission in 2026 Republican Commissioners Kevin Thompson and Nick Myers up for reelection and […]
No Labels party transforms to support independent candidates in state elections
Key Points:Â After recent court battle, the No Labels party heads in a new direction Party opens itself up to independent candidates for state offices Organizers hope to ease ballot […]
Experts worry about voting-related turmoil on Election Day
New ID requirements. Unfamiliar or distant polling places. Names missing from the voter rolls.
Democratic groups settle small part of suit against Arizona
Lawyers representing state and national Democratic groups say they have settled a small part of a lawsuit against Arizona.
High court considers Arizona redistricting challenge
The justices of the U.S. Supreme Court gave a skeptical response today to arguments by Republican interests that the lines for the state's 30 legislative districts were illegally drawn.
















