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Will Rep. Grijalva Finish His Congressional Term?

December 6, 2024 1:43 pmDecember 24, 2024 7:44 am

Arizona Congressman Raúl Grijalva (D-CD7) announced he will step down as ranking member of the 119th Congress’ House Natural Resources Committee, citing ongoing health concerns. This decision comes after a year marked by significant health challenges, including an April 2024...

AZ Gov Hobbs Under Fire for $700K Logo Expense

November 22, 2024 4:12 pmDecember 4, 2024 8:54 am

Arizona State Representative and Majority Whip Teresa Martinez (R-16) is requesting that AZ Attorney General Mayes (D) and Maricopa County Attorney Rachel Mitchell (R) undertake an official probe into potential ethical violations by Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs (D) over the...

Former AZ Rep Accused of Death Threat Elected to School Board

November 21, 2024 1:12 pmDecember 4, 2024 8:55 am

Former Representative Leezah Sun’s time in the Arizona House of Representatives was short and controversial. Despite her legislative tenure ending under a cloud of scandal, Sun’s shocking return to public service is set for Jan 1, 2025, after running and...

AZ Reps Nguyen, Bliss Petition AG Mayes for City’s 2A Violation

November 19, 2024 6:00 amNovember 26, 2024 12:42 pm

Representatives Quang Nguyen and Selina Bliss (both R-1) formally requested Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes to open an SB 1487 investigation into Sedona’s controversial firearm ordinance. In 2023, the City passed Ordinance 12.30.090, which prohibits carrying or discharging various weapons—including firearms,...

PSA: U.S.VETS Holds Food and Fund Drive

November 17, 2024 7:41 amNovember 20, 2024 8:46 am

U.S.VETS, the non-profit working around the state and country to end veteran homelessness, is having an event in Prescott, Arizona, to raise awareness, along with food, clothing, and funds. Arizona State Rep Quang Nguyen (R-1) is sponsoring the event and...

AZ Democrat Senate Candidate John McLean Killed in Tucson Car Crash

November 15, 2024 3:15 pmNovember 19, 2024 7:54 pm

Arizona District 17 Senate Candidate John McLean (D) was killed in an early morning car crash today by a driver charged with DUI. The incident occurred on Broadway Blvd., a major thoroughfare near the Eastern edge of Tucson, around 6...

Pima County Still Counting Ballots in Controversial Sheriff Race

November 14, 2024 10:13 amNovember 19, 2024 8:16 am

The Pima County Sheriff’s race has garnered significant attention due to its tight margins and the controversies surrounding the candidates. The race remains too close to call, with incumbent Democrat Chris Nanos leading Republican challenger Lt. Heather Lappin by approximately...