AZ lawmakers react to Gov. Hobbs' veto of 'cottage food' bill; here's what to know about HB2509
Some Arizonans are speaking out against a decision by Governor Katie Hobbs to veto a bill that aims to legalize the sale of more home-made food. Here's what you should know about House Bill 2509.
Arizona GOP loses bid to undo $18K in fees over 2020 lawsuit
An appeals court has rejected a bid by the Arizona Republican Party and its lawyers to undo $18,000 in attorneys’ fees that they were ordered to pay for bringing one of the party’s failed lawsuits challenging President Joe Biden’s 2020 victory in the state.
Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs sets veto record in 1st legislative session
Katie Hobbs nixed 11 more bills to reach the 63 mark, topping Janet Napolitano’s record of 58 vetoes set in 158 days of the 2005 session.
Arizona Senate settles suit over election audit for $150K
American Oversight announced an over $150,000 settlement in a public records lawsuit against the Arizona Senate, which fought to withhold records involving a partisan audit of the 2020 election.
Arizona parents of 2 transgender girls file lawsuit regarding school sports
The parents of two transgender girls in Arizona are filing a lawsuit that challenges a year-old state law that bans their daughters from participating in school sports.
Arizona GOP committee meets to select replacement for expelled state lawmaker Liz Harris
Days after now-former Arizona State Rep. Liz Harris (R) was expelled from office, GOP members in her district have gathered to select a list of replacement candidates. The candidates will be submitted to the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors, who will select the person to replace Harris.
Arizona Gov. Hobbs vetoes gun-related school bills
One bill would have allowed parents with a permit to carry concealed weapons onto school campuses. The second bill would have required schools to host firearm safety training for kids in grades 6-12.
Phoenix City Council swears in two new members for seats formerly held by Sal DiCiccio and Carlos Garcia
On April 17, two people were sworn in as new members of the Phoenix City Council. The swearing-in ceremony took place after a runoff election was held for two seats on the council in March.
Coyotes entertainment district: Yea or nay?
Tempe residents will be getting their mail-in ballots to decide if they want to build a new hockey arena for the Arizona Coyotes in a massive entertainment district on the banks of the Salt River, just west of Tempe Town Lake. It's a $2.1 billion project. In the second half of this program, we will hear from Dawn Penich-Thacker, representing the group that opposes the plan, but let's begin with the president and CEO of the Arizona Coyotes, Xavier Gutierrez.
Arizona House votes to expel State Rep. Liz Harris
House Democrats filed an ethics complaint following a presentation from a Scottsdale insurance agent in February, saying Harris invited Jacqueline Breger to speak, where she made serious and unfounded allegations accusing elected officials, judges and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints of taking bribes and laundering money for the Sinaloa Cartel.
Gov. Hobbs holds 'First 100 Days' news conference
Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs held a news conference on April 12, "commemorating her first 100 days in office."
Election 2024: Sheriff Mark Lamb running for Senate in Arizona
Lamb, who has built a profile in Arizona and beyond as a staunch supporter of former President Donald Trump and an advocate for cracking down on illegal immigration and drug smuggling, pledged in a video announcing his candidacy to take on drug cartels, calling for the U.S. military to “wipe them out just like we did to ISIS.”
Arizona AG seeks public opinion on proposed Albertsons, Kroger merger
Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes is holding more listening sessions to hear public opinion on the proposed merger between Albertsons and Kroger. The April 11 session will be held at 5 p.m. at the Southwest Mountain States Carpenter's Union Hall near 34th Avenue and McDowell Road.
Maricopa County releases report on investigation into 2022 election ballot printing issues
Maricopa County released the results of an independent investigation to find out what went wrong with ballot printing on Election Day in 2022.
2022 Election certification lawsuit: 2 Cochise County supervisors ordered to pay legal fees
Two Cochise Co. supervisors have been ordered to pay up for refusing to certify the 2022 election. Both refused to certify the county-wide election results, claiming the electronic tabulators were not properly certified.
2 Cochise County supervisors ordered to pay legal fees
Two Cochise Co. supervisors have been ordered to pay up for refusing to certify the 2022 election. Both refused to certify the county-wide election results, claiming the electronic tabulators were not properly certified.
Arizona Supreme Court will not extend death warrant for Aaron Gunches
Justices on the Arizona Supreme Court have ruled against a request to extend the death warrant that was issued for Aaron Gunches, who was found guilty of killing his girlfriend's ex-husband in 2022.
Arizona Gov. Hobbs bans TikTok on state devices
Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs on Wednesday issued an executive order, restricting the use of TikTok on state-owned devices.
Gov. Hobbs vetoes bill that would have limited what messages ADOT can post on freeway signs
Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs vetoed House Bill 2586, which would have required the Arizona Department of Transportation to post only Amber, Silver, or Blue alerts, or messages directly related to transportation and highway safety, on freeway signs. Hobbs said federal law lays out regulations for the signs, and that ADOT abides by those rules.
Phoenix Vice Mayor Yassamin Ansari running for Congress
Phoenix Vice Mayor Yassamin Ansari announced her candidacy for Arizona's 3rd Congressional District, which is currently held by Congressman Ruben Gallego, who plans to run for Kyrsten Sinema's Senate seat. Ansari has served as vice mayor since January and has been a city council member for the past two years. She was the youngest woman ever elected to the Phoenix City Council, and the first Iranian American elected to public office in Arizona.