State senators voted Tuesday to forever block cities from requiring background checks when people sell weapons at gun shows.

In a move that could cost taxpayers millions of dollars, the state House gave preliminary approval Monday to letting people bring guns into public buildings, from city offices to libraries.

Arizonans will not be allowed bring their guns into public buildings, at least not this year.

Saying Arizonans have "God-given rights to defend themselves,'' the state House voted Wednesday to let anyone with a permit to carry a concealed weapon bring it into many public buildings.

If you think the federal government shutdown only affects federal employees, talk to Phoenix Fire Chief Bob Khan.

The Arizona Senate has held off voting on legislation that would allow people to carry guns into public buildings where they're currently banned.