Speaker, some lawmakers resistant to Ducey’s push to end legislative immunity
A proposal by Gov. Doug Ducey to abolish so-called legislative immunity is getting some negative reaction from some lawmakers who enjoy its protections -- and would have to vote to put it on the ballot for voters to repeal.
Arizona Chamber seeks to lower tuition for ‘Dreamers’
The head of a major business organization is looking for legal ways to make education more affordable for "dreamers'' who attend state universities and community colleges in Arizona.
Freshman year in Congress a whirlwind
Serving the people of CD8 is an honor and a privilege, and I am blessed to have the opportunity. I’m looking forward to two more years of working hard for our district, state, and nation. Thank you for your support, and may God continue to bless you and your family.
Ex-Rep. Ed Pastor, Arizona’s 1st Hispanic congressman, dies
Former U.S. Rep. Ed Pastor, Arizona's first Hispanic congressman, has died at age 75.
Kirkpatrick, Stanton join freshmen in strong Democratic House class
Arizona’s two newest members of Congress joined more than 80 other newly elected House members for freshmen orientation November 13, as Democrats prepare to seize control of the lower chamber for the first time in eight years.
Candidates can’t count on recount in close races
Any losing candidate in the general election who is counting on an automatic recount needs to come close to winning. Really close.
High Court: Age discrimination law applies to small government agencies
Two former Mount Lemmon firefighters have won the right to sue the tiny department for age discrimination.
U.S. Supreme Court seeks views of federal government in Arizona border shooting
The nation's high court wants the views of the Trump administration on whether a Border Patrol agent can be held liable for shooting and killing a teen through the border fence in Nogales.
Water wars an issue in Arizona’s Senate race
One of the country’s hottest U.S. Senate races could turn on how to quench the state’s thirst — that is, if any of the candidates manage to come up with a coherent plan.
Trump in AZ rally urges Republicans to ‘cast second greatest vote ever’ for McSally
The Arizona GOP enlisted the party’s campaigner-in-chief at a Friday rally in Mesa to boost Republican enthusiasm for U.S. Senate candidate Martha McSally and down-ballot Republicans ahead of the congressional midterm election.
Brnovich to investigate cell phone tracking
Saying consumer privacy is being invaded, state Attorney General Mark Brnovich has launched an inquiry into whether a major tech firm is violating the rights of Arizona residents by tracking their movements and activities through their cell phones -- even after the users think they've told the company to stop.
Court says Wendy Rogers may run for Congress
Wendy Rogers can run for Congress in the Republican primary despite an error on her nominating petitions, Maricopa County Superior Court Judge James Smith ruled Thursday.