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Gov. Katie Hobbs

Sep 10, 2026

Kirk’s influence reshaped Arizona Republicans. It’s still being felt

In the year that’s passed since Charlie Kirk’s assassination at Utah Valley University, his impact on Arizona politics remains strong among Republicans. 

Sep 9, 2026

Big agency requests meet Arizona’s stagnant revenue picture

Arizona’s state agencies are shooting for the moon with funding requests for next year’s state budget, but a stagnant revenue picture may dash those dreams. 

Sep 7, 2026

To build or not to build? Data center debate hits the campaign trail

The debate over skyrocketing data center growth is intensifying as Arizona’s political hopefuls hit the campaign trail and attempt to stake out their positions on one of the hottest issues in the midterm elections. 

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Sep 1, 2026

Arizona prepares for deeper Colorado River water cuts

With Arizona facing Colorado River cuts, the region’s water experts are turning to both short-term reserves and long-term alternatives to prepare for a drier future.

Aug 26, 2026

Even with measures struck down, ESAs loom over election

Voters won’t get to change Arizona’s ESA program after two propositions failed ballot qualification, but other statewide races could still shape its future.

Aug 26, 2026

Arizona lawmakers eye Flock camera rules in 2027

A bipartisan group of Arizona lawmakers is expected to take aim at Flock cameras next year as public backlash against automatic license plate readers continues to grow.

Aug 24, 2026

Mayes’ investigation findings relieve pressure on Hobbs campaign, consultants say

AG Kris Mayes cleared Gov. Katie Hobbs of any criminal wrongdoing in the Sunshine Residential pay-to-play scandal, giving the governor’s reelection campaign relief.

Aug 21, 2026

Arizona avoids ‘draconian’ Colorado River cuts — for now

The federal government will adopt Arizona’s preferred plan for Colorado River reductions over the next two years, but more drastic cuts could still be on the horizon. 

Aug 17, 2026

Giles defends abortion vote, says he’s still ‘pro-life’

Giles said his views on the issue were affected by the U.S. Supreme Court ruling in 2022 that overturned Roe v. Wade and the constitutional right to abortion.

Aug 12, 2026

Biggs and Petersen eye Arizona judiciary, redistricting commission

The Republicans running to flip Arizona’s governor and attorney general offices are framing the races as a chance to reshape the state’s judiciary.

Aug 11, 2026

Hobbs makes it official: Former Mesa Mayor John Giles is her pick for lieutenant governor

Gov. Katie Hobbs ended weeks of speculation on Tuesday by confirming that she has selected former Mesa Mayor John Giles as her running mate. 

Aug 6, 2026

No Labels’ Hourihan names running mate

Angela Harrolle Mohan, a registered independent, spent more than a decade as CEO of The 100 Club, a nonprofit.

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