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Dem losses lead Fontes to weigh primary challenge for Hobbs in 2026
The losses Democrats suffered at the Arizona Legislature this election have at least one elected official exploring whether he’d be better at the top of the ticket in 2026 than […]
Chad Campbell: The Governor’s chief of staff on service, learning and going fast
After stints in the Legislature and the private sector, Chad Campbell joined Gov. Katie Hobbs’ administration in 2023 as chief of staff, where he says he continues to learn more […]
Steve Kaiser: Keeping perspective in a place that can change people
Former Sen. Steve Kaiser resigned from the Legislature in 2023 to spend more time with family, but also because he “felt like that place started to change” him. Turning the […]
A look at the past to imagine tied, flipped Legislature
It’s been more than three decades since Democrats held control of the Arizona Senate. With Republican majorities thinning in recent years, Democratic leaders are considering plans for a tied or […]
No elected incumbents in five-way fight for swing district LD13
In the battle for control of the Arizona House of Representatives, Republicans and Democrats are seeking to gain ground in the East Valley’s Legislative District 13, where no House candidate […]
Rep. Charles Lucking: From Peace Corps to housing rights attorney to lawmaker
The Democratic caucus in the Arizona House of Representatives has seen seven new members this year following a slew of resignations from elected caucus members. Rep. Charles Lucking, D-Phoenix, was […]
Regina Cobb: Blending all her talents in new role
Editor’s Note: The Arizona Capitol Times has reestablished its Q&A that will feature people in the world of Arizona politics and government. You’ll get their take on current and past […]
2 justices won’t rule in retention case
Two Supreme Court justices who would be most immediately affected by a proposed ballot measure will not participate in deciding its legal fate.
Wrap Up with Warren Petersen
The Arizona Capitol Times sat down with Senate President Warren Petersen to reflect on the session, the two-day effort to pass the budget and the big issues going to the ballot in November.
Attorney General threatens suit against lawmakers, governor over fund raid
Attorney General Kris Mayes says if state lawmakers and Gov. Katie Hobbs want to immediately seize $75 million out of an opioid settlement fund to balance the state budget they're going to have to come and get it.
Christian law firm seeks immediate enforcement of abortion ban
The Alliance Defending Freedom on Tuesday urged the Arizona Supreme to immediately order the 1864 law again enforceable, saying even a temporary restoration of the law legislators just repealed will save 25 "unborn children'' a day.
Lawmakers consider break to negotiate budget
Lawmakers could take a break in the legislative session due to budget holdouts, according to Sen. John Kavanagh, R-Fountain Hills
