AZ Gov. signs bill requiring schools to curb student cell phone use
Gov. Katie Hobbs held a ceremonial bill signing for HB 2484, which requires public & charter schools to adopt policies limiting student access to cell phones. It allows exceptions for emergencies, medical conditions, and teacher-directed academic use.
Gov. Katie Hobbs held a ceremonial bill signing for HB 2484, which requires public & charter schools to adopt policies limiting student access to cell phones. It allows exceptions for emergencies, medical conditions, and teacher-directed academic use.
Gov. Hobbs visits southern Arizona border
Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs met with members of the Arizona National Guard and U.S. Customs and Border Protection, discussing the progress of "Task Force Safe." Authorities are stationed at ports of entry in Nogales where the conduct secondary searches to help combat the state's fentanyl crisis, as well as border security.
Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs met with members of the Arizona National Guard and U.S. Customs and Border Protection, discussing the progress of "Task Force Safe." Authorities are stationed at ports of entry in Nogales where the conduct secondary searches to help combat the state's fentanyl crisis, as well as border security.
Rebekah Baptiste: Reports of abuse reportedly made to DCS years before Arizona girl's death
Following the death of 10-year-old Rebekah Baptiste, the Arizona governor said there is an investigation into the state's Department of Child Safety (DCS) after it was revealed the girl's school had made 12 reports to the agency over the past four years.
Following the death of 10-year-old Rebekah Baptiste, the Arizona governor said there is an investigation into the state's Department of Child Safety (DCS) after it was revealed the girl's school had made 12 reports to the agency over the past four years.
Gov. Hobbs asks for border spending reimbursement
Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs is asking the federal government to reimburse the state for various expenses related to border security.
Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs is asking the federal government to reimburse the state for various expenses related to border security.
New photos of the Grand Canyon show Dragon Bravo Fire devastation
We're getting a look at the devastation in the Grand Canyon's North Rim left behind by the Dragon Bravo Fire.
We're getting a look at the devastation in the Grand Canyon's North Rim left behind by the Dragon Bravo Fire.
Arizona lawmakers demand answers as Dragon Bravo Fire threatens Grand Canyon's North Rim
The lightning-sparked Dragon Bravo Fire continues to burn near the Grand Canyon's North Rim, prompting concerns for the historic Kaibab Lodge and pushing politicians to demand answers regarding the initial containment efforts.
The lightning-sparked Dragon Bravo Fire continues to burn near the Grand Canyon's North Rim, prompting concerns for the historic Kaibab Lodge and pushing politicians to demand answers regarding the initial containment efforts.
Lawmakers press for answers on Dragon Bravo Fire handling
The lightning-sparked Dragon Bravo Fire, which has been burning for most of July, is prompting concern from local businesses and drawing demands for answers from Arizona politicians. FOX 10's Nicole Krasean has the latest.
The lightning-sparked Dragon Bravo Fire, which has been burning for most of July, is prompting concern from local businesses and drawing demands for answers from Arizona politicians. FOX 10's Nicole Krasean has the latest.
More child care assistance for Arizona families
Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs announced 900 more children will have access to child care assistance. Hobbs says families have been notified that they have been released from the waitlist for the program.
Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs announced 900 more children will have access to child care assistance. Hobbs says families have been notified that they have been released from the waitlist for the program.
Arizona Gov. tours Grand Canyon after calling for fire's investigation
Arizona lawmakers, including Gov. Katie Hobbs, are calling for an investigation into the Dragon Bravo Fire after the lightning-sparked blaze was allowed to continue as a controlled burn. FOX 10's Nicole Krasean has more on the governor's message.
Arizona lawmakers, including Gov. Katie Hobbs, are calling for an investigation into the Dragon Bravo Fire after the lightning-sparked blaze was allowed to continue as a controlled burn. FOX 10's Nicole Krasean has more on the governor's message.
Gov. Hobbs tours Dragon Bravo Fire destruction in Grand Canyon
Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs toured the Grand Canyon's North Rim on July 19 after the Dragon Bravo Fire left a path of charred mountainsides and burned-down structures.
Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs toured the Grand Canyon's North Rim on July 19 after the Dragon Bravo Fire left a path of charred mountainsides and burned-down structures.
Dragon Bravo Fire: Hobbs critical of feds' response; similar wildfire decimated Grand Canyon North Rim in 2006
Gov. Hobbs is calling for an independent investigation into the fire's management, specifically questioning the decision to use a controlled burn during the hottest part of summer.
Gov. Hobbs is calling for an independent investigation into the fire's management, specifically questioning the decision to use a controlled burn during the hottest part of summer.
'Ag-to-urban': Gov. Katie Hobbs signs water bill
Under the bill that Gov. Katie Hobbs signed into law, farmers are allowed to sell farmland and groundwater rights to housing developers. The Governor is calling this a win across the board, as the bill benefits both farmers and developers.
Under the bill that Gov. Katie Hobbs signed into law, farmers are allowed to sell farmland and groundwater rights to housing developers. The Governor is calling this a win across the board, as the bill benefits both farmers and developers.
'Jerry's Law' signed into law, strengthening animal cruelty protections
Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs signed "Jerry's Law" into law, strengthening animal cruelty definitions and increasing penalties for offenders.
Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs signed "Jerry's Law" into law, strengthening animal cruelty definitions and increasing penalties for offenders.
'Jerry's Law' enhances animal cruelty protections
Governor Katie Hobbs signed "Jerry's Law" into law Monday, strengthening Arizona's animal cruelty statutes. It goes into effect on Sept. 26.
Governor Katie Hobbs signed "Jerry's Law" into law Monday, strengthening Arizona's animal cruelty statutes. It goes into effect on Sept. 26.
Hobbs says Trump's 'Big Beautiful Bill' is a 'betrayal'
President Donald Trump is expected to sign his "Big Beautiful Bill" on Friday during a ceremony at the White House. Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs released a statement on the bill, saying it's "a betrayal of working families, children, and seniors in Arizona."
President Donald Trump is expected to sign his "Big Beautiful Bill" on Friday during a ceremony at the White House. Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs released a statement on the bill, saying it's "a betrayal of working families, children, and seniors in Arizona."
Arizona Gov. Hobbs officially signs budget bill
Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs held a signing ceremony on July 1 where she officially signed the state budget. Following the ceremony, Hobbs answered questions from the media.
Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs held a signing ceremony on July 1 where she officially signed the state budget. Following the ceremony, Hobbs answered questions from the media.
Lawmakers reach budget deal; Gov. Hobbs signs bill
The Arizona budget needed to be signed before midnight June 30 to prevent the state from experiencing its first government shutdown. The bipartisan spending plan is $17.6 billion.
The Arizona budget needed to be signed before midnight June 30 to prevent the state from experiencing its first government shutdown. The bipartisan spending plan is $17.6 billion.
Arizona lawmakers race against the clock to avoid historic government shutdown
Arizona is potentially a few days away from the first government shutdown in our state's history. FOX 10's Lauren Clark reports.
Arizona is potentially a few days away from the first government shutdown in our state's history. FOX 10's Lauren Clark reports.
Budget bills vetoed by Arizona Governor – here's why
Arizona is closer to its first-ever state government shutdown after the Governor vetoed 2 budget bills on Wednesday. She said the bills would "shortchange public safety, childcare, and the state's veterans," highlighting lawmakers' continued disagreement.
Arizona is closer to its first-ever state government shutdown after the Governor vetoed 2 budget bills on Wednesday. She said the bills would "shortchange public safety, childcare, and the state's veterans," highlighting lawmakers' continued disagreement.
Arizona Gov. Hobbs vetoes budget bills as government shutdown nears
Arizona's Governor vetoed two budget bills on Wednesday afternoon, saying they would “shortchange public safety, childcare, and the state’s veterans." This brings Arizona closer to a first-ever state government shutdown as lawmakers can't agree on a budget.
Arizona's Governor vetoed two budget bills on Wednesday afternoon, saying they would “shortchange public safety, childcare, and the state’s veterans." This brings Arizona closer to a first-ever state government shutdown as lawmakers can't agree on a budget.