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With Jan PAC cash to spend, Brewer will be watching GOP debate closely
One long-time Arizona politico will be watching tomorrow's Republican presidential debate with her checkbook in mind.
Sometimes, ‘you’re fired’ just doesn’t cut it
GOP activist Aaron Borders’ tenure as part of Donald Trump’s campaign was short-lived, thanks to a number of racially charged and politically incorrect Facebook posts, the website BuzzFeed reported today (Aug. 5).
O’Halleran announces candidacy in 1st Congressional District
Former state legislator Tom O'Halleran has announced his candidacy for the Democratic nomination in the state's 1st Congressional District.
Fox News case over right to immediate broadcast headed to AZ Supreme Court
A case headed for the Arizona Supreme Court could determine when anyone with a video camera or cell phone can – and cannot – immediately broadcast or post what they witness without fear of being sued.
Ex-Republican O’Halleran running for CD1 as a Dem
Former GOP legislator Tom O’Halleran is running in CD1 as a Democrat. In a written statement, the former Chicago cop said he wants to find “commonsense solutions” to challenges plaguing Arizona’s middle-class families.
Poll: Trump leads big in Arizona, top choice for 1 in 3 voters
A poll shows real estate mogul Donald Trump as the top choice of a third of Republican voters in Arizona, at least after undecided voters were urged to make a decision.
Appeals Court rejects Douglas’ request for quick ruling on lawsuit
The Arizona Court of Appeals today refused to accept Superintendent of Public Instruction Diane Douglas’ request for a fast-tracked appeal of her lawsuit against the Board of Education.
Arizona’s health insurance co-op sees enrollment soar
The nonprofit co-op health insurance plan created in Arizona to provide competition to traditional insurance companies under the Affordable Care Act has seen enrollment soar above projections after a dismal 2014 start that was highlighted in a recent federal audit.
State to pay fees, costs for challenge to revenge porn law
Arizona has agreed to pay $202,000 in attorneys' fees and legal costs for a successful challenge that blocked a 2014 state law to make it a crime for jilted lovers to post nude photos of their former partners online.
Federal appeals court to decide if DACA preempts Arizona on Dreamers’ licenses
The question of whether a federal court allows the state to deny licenses to dreamers could depend on how hard the judges believe it is to get around Arizona without a car.
Making AHCCCS a hand up, not a hand out
Ducey today unveiled his new plan for AHCCCS, which includes co-pays, premiums, work requirements and wellness incentives. The proposal revolves around AHCCCS CARE, a sort of health savings account for some Medicaid patients. (The new acronym stands for Choice, Accountability, Responsibility and Engagement.)
Arizona schools chief Douglas appeals judge’s dismissal of lawsuit
A power struggle between Superintendent of Public Instruction Diane Douglas and the state Board of Education over authority to hire and fire the board's staff is poised for another court battle.
