Bill signed to prosecute adults encouraging teen suicide
Gov. Hobbs has signed "Cade's Law," a bill aimed at creating more accountability surrounding teen suicide and expanding Arizona's manslaughter law.
Gov. Hobbs has signed "Cade's Law," a bill aimed at creating more accountability surrounding teen suicide and expanding Arizona's manslaughter law.
Arizona law closes loophole for registered sex offenders
A new law is in effect in Arizona, tightening name-change rules for sex offenders. Those trying to change their name must now disclose their status, in a move to keep victims better informed and to keep the community safer. FOX 10's Megan Spector learns more about the law closing the loophole.
A new law is in effect in Arizona, tightening name-change rules for sex offenders. Those trying to change their name must now disclose their status, in a move to keep victims better informed and to keep the community safer. FOX 10's Megan Spector learns more about the law closing the loophole.
New Arizona law prevents sex offenders from hiding behind new identities
Governor Hobbs signed a law requiring sex offenders to disclose their status during name-change petitions to prevent them from hiding their histories.
Governor Hobbs signed a law requiring sex offenders to disclose their status during name-change petitions to prevent them from hiding their histories.
AZ Gov. Hobbs vetoes Charlie Kirk highway measure
Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs has vetoed a bill that would have renamed a portion of Loop 202 in honor of slain conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs has vetoed a bill that would have renamed a portion of Loop 202 in honor of slain conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
Arizona gun safety bill for schools sparks heated debate at State Capitol
Arizona lawmakers are weighing SB 1424, which mandates firearm safety classes in K-12 schools. While some call it common sense, critics argue it shifts responsibility away from gun owners.
Arizona lawmakers are weighing SB 1424, which mandates firearm safety classes in K-12 schools. While some call it common sense, critics argue it shifts responsibility away from gun owners.
Arizona won't recognize Cesar Chavez Day amid abuse allegations
Gov. Katie Hobbs announced that Arizona will not recognize Cesar Chavez Day on March 31 this year following "troubling allegations" of sexual abuse against the late labor icon.
Gov. Katie Hobbs announced that Arizona will not recognize Cesar Chavez Day on March 31 this year following "troubling allegations" of sexual abuse against the late labor icon.
'Not at all surprising': Arizona rabbi reacts to Michigan synagogue attack and rising antisemitism
Following a deadly attack on a Michigan synagogue, Arizona Jewish leaders are increasing security while urging the community to focus on unity and humanity.
Following a deadly attack on a Michigan synagogue, Arizona Jewish leaders are increasing security while urging the community to focus on unity and humanity.
AZ Charlie Kirk license plate bill vetoed
Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs has vetoed Senate Bill 1439, which would have created Arizona license plat es memorializing late conservative activist Charlie Kirk. The proceeds would have benefited Kirk's organization, Turning Point USA.
Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs has vetoed Senate Bill 1439, which would have created Arizona license plat es memorializing late conservative activist Charlie Kirk. The proceeds would have benefited Kirk's organization, Turning Point USA.
Election 2026 poll: Biggs leads Schweikert, Hobbs edges GOP candidates
New polling numbers in the Arizona governor's race show that Republican Andy Biggs has a large lead over David Schweikert, but Governor Katie Hobbs has an early lead over both candidates.
New polling numbers in the Arizona governor's race show that Republican Andy Biggs has a large lead over David Schweikert, but Governor Katie Hobbs has an early lead over both candidates.
2026 Election: Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs signs bill that changes primary date
Arizonans will get to vote in primary elections earlier, as a result of a bill that has been signed by Governor Katie Hobbs.
Arizonans will get to vote in primary elections earlier, as a result of a bill that has been signed by Governor Katie Hobbs.
Feds spend $70M on Surprise warehouse; Gov. Hobbs reacts
Gov. Katie Hobbs addressed the federal government's recent $70 million acquisition of a Surprise warehouse reportedly slated to become a migrant detention center.
Gov. Katie Hobbs addressed the federal government's recent $70 million acquisition of a Surprise warehouse reportedly slated to become a migrant detention center.
Embattled Arizona health agency faces leadership change
Virginia "Ginny" Rountree announced her resignation Monday as director of the Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System, effective Feb. 13, citing personal health concerns just months after her September appointment by Gov. Katie Hobbs.
Virginia "Ginny" Rountree announced her resignation Monday as director of the Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System, effective Feb. 13, citing personal health concerns just months after her September appointment by Gov. Katie Hobbs.
Gov. Hobbs proposes $17B for next fiscal year
Gov. Katie Hobbs has released her budget proposal for the next fiscal year, carving out $17 billion for things including middle class tax cuts and an income cap for families in the ESA program.
Gov. Katie Hobbs has released her budget proposal for the next fiscal year, carving out $17 billion for things including middle class tax cuts and an income cap for families in the ESA program.
Affordability proposal sparks debate over AZ short-term rental fees
Gov. Katie Hobbs proposed a $3.50 nightly fee on short-term rentals to bankroll a new Arizona Affordability Fund, aiming to help residents with living costs, though rental hosts and Airbnb warn the fee may hurt tourism. FOX 10's Taylor Wirtz reports.
Gov. Katie Hobbs proposed a $3.50 nightly fee on short-term rentals to bankroll a new Arizona Affordability Fund, aiming to help residents with living costs, though rental hosts and Airbnb warn the fee may hurt tourism. FOX 10's Taylor Wirtz reports.
How a $3.50 short-term rental fee could help affordability in AZ
Gov. Katie Hobbs outlined a plan Monday to establish the Arizona Affordability Fund, a relief program designed to help residents struggling with the rising cost of living. FOX 10's Taylor Wirtz reports.
Gov. Katie Hobbs outlined a plan Monday to establish the Arizona Affordability Fund, a relief program designed to help residents struggling with the rising cost of living. FOX 10's Taylor Wirtz reports.
Hobbs proposes $3.50 nightly short-term rental fee to fund Arizona affordability
Gov. Katie Hobbs proposed a new $3.50 nightly fee on short-term rentals like Airbnb and Vrbo to bankroll the Arizona Affordability Fund, an initiative aimed at helping struggling residents pay utility bills and lower housing costs.
Gov. Katie Hobbs proposed a new $3.50 nightly fee on short-term rentals like Airbnb and Vrbo to bankroll the Arizona Affordability Fund, an initiative aimed at helping struggling residents pay utility bills and lower housing costs.
Arizona Gov. Hobbs opens 2026 legislative session with State of the State Address
Governor Katie Hobbs delivered her 2026 State of the State Address before a joint session in the House chamber.
Governor Katie Hobbs delivered her 2026 State of the State Address before a joint session in the House chamber.
Affordability a main theme in Gov. Hobbs' address
Lawmakers in Arizona have returned to the State Capitol for a new legislative session, and Governor Katie Hobbs encouraged lawmakers to pass a tax cut for Arizona families during her annual State of the State Address.
Lawmakers in Arizona have returned to the State Capitol for a new legislative session, and Governor Katie Hobbs encouraged lawmakers to pass a tax cut for Arizona families during her annual State of the State Address.
FEMA denies disaster declaration in Arizona counties: Gov. Katie Hobbs
Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs said she will appeal a decision by FEMA to deny the state's request to declare a major disaster following the September floods in Gila and Mohave Counties.
Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs said she will appeal a decision by FEMA to deny the state's request to declare a major disaster following the September floods in Gila and Mohave Counties.
SNAP benefits: Hobbs announces plan to help AZ families
Governor Katie Hobbs has announced a plan to speed up help for struggling Arizonans whose SNAP benefits and unemployment checks have been delayed.
Governor Katie Hobbs has announced a plan to speed up help for struggling Arizonans whose SNAP benefits and unemployment checks have been delayed.