Only 1 candidate appeared on televised Arizona democratic gubernatorial debate, ASU officials say
A televised debate scheduled for those running for the democratic nomination for Arizona governor in the 2022 election will only feature one candidate, according to officials with the Arizona State University, which owns the television station that is scheduled to air the debate.
Political analyst reacts to California ban on state-funding travel to Arizona over anti-transgender laws
Arizona is one of four states that are targeted by California's decision to ban state-funded travels over laws that are seen as targeting transgender citizens. FOX 10's Bailey Miller has more on reactions from Arizona leaders and political analysts.
Arizona's near-total abortion ban: Here's what to know about ARS 13-3603
Abortion, under most circumstances, are now illegal in Arizona, according to Attorney General Mark Brnovich. Here's what you should know about a law that some believe dates back to a time when Arizona was not even a state.
2022 Arizona primary: Deadline nears for those who want to register to vote in the election
The clock is ticking for those who plan to vote in the 2022 Arizona primary, but have yet to register as a voter.
California restricts state-funded travel to 4 states amid anti-transgender legislation
California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced Thursday state-funded travel to Arizona, Indiana, Utah and Louisiana will be restricted as a result of recently passed anti-transgender legislation in those states.
Sparks fly as Republican candidates for Arizona governor take part in debate
The candidates battled it out as moderator Ted Simons guided them through topics like border security, education, election integrity, the recent state budget, and the latest abortion decision.
Matt Salmon backs Karrin Taylor Robson after dropping Arizona governor bid
Salmon dropped out after determining he had no chance of pulling out a victory in the GOP primary and said he did not want to drain votes from Robson.
Arizonans for Reproductive Freedom looking for 356K signatures to get abortion initiative on the ballot
Abortion rights supporters launched a bid to give residents in Arizona a chance to vote on whether the right to abortion should be legal in the state. Backers need to have enough signatures by July 7 to get it on the ballot.
Arizona Republican gubernatorial hopeful Matt Salmon drops out of race
Matt Salmon's second attempt to become Arizona's governor has come to an end, according to an announcement from his campaign.
Police at Arizona Capitol fire tear gas, Roe v. Wade abortion protesters arrested
Thousands of protesters had gathered earlier on the Capitol grounds in Phoenix, divided into groups both supporting and condemning the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision overturning Roe v. Wade.
Arizona lawmakers rewrite Ducey’s plan for $1 billion for new water
The Water Infrastructure Finance Authority will now be a standalone agency with oversight from a new board and some from the Arizona Legislature.
Arizona legislative session comes to an end overnight
Governor Doug Ducey released a statement overnight praising lawmakers' work in passing a bipartisan budget agreement, as well as investing in education, public safety and infrastructure.
Arizona leaders react after Supreme Court overturns Roe v. Wade
The ruling on a case known as Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization sets in motion a series of events that will likely lead to abortion being banned or severely restricted in roughly half of the 50 states.
Arizona lawmakers push final bills as adjournment looms
Waiting in the wings for Friday’s expected last day of the session was one of the most contentious bills of the year, a massive expansion of the state’s private school voucher system that passed the House on Wednesday
Arizona lawmakers approve bipartisan $18 billion budget
Arizona's legislature has approved a bipartisan $18 billion spending plan making substantial investments in public schools and new highways.
Arizona House approves ban on city home, apartment rental taxes
The Arizona House has approved a ban on cities and towns levying taxes on rent for apartments and homes.
Senate panel advances last minute bills on Arizona initiatives, schools
The Arizona bills include a new tax credit for film production, a measure requiring a supermajority vote for initiatives if they increase taxes or other fees, and a bill that would force failing schools to implement improvement plans.
Arizona House Republicans back universal school voucher expansion
The Arizona measure comes four years after voters rejected a smaller voucher expansion after an unprecedented mobilization by teachers opposed to using tax dollars for private education.
Arizona Republican calls push to overturn 2020 election ‘juvenile’
Arizona’s Republican state House Speaker Rusty Bowers, who testified Tuesday in person before the congressional committee investigating the Jan. 6, 2021, insurrection, spoke about phone calls from former President Donald Trump and his allies asking him to decertify Arizona’s legitimate electors and replace them.
Arizona AG Brnovich sues Scottsdale board for alleged open meeting violations
According to the attorney general’s complaint, board members also violated the law when they cut off speakers who tried to give input on any other topic including a proposed mask mandate that was also on the agenda.