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Rep. Hernandez says Anti-Semitism Central to Dem CD7 Nomination

May 6, 2025 3:52 pmMay 18, 2025 2:35 pm

The race to fill Arizona’s 7th Congressional District seat, left vacant by the passing of Representative Raúl Grijalva (D), has intensified as two prominent Democrats—Adelita Grijalva and Daniel Hernandez Jr.—vie for the nomination ahead of the July 15 primary. Hernandez...

Arizona Congressman Raúl Grijalva Dies at 77

March 14, 2025 8:54 amMarch 19, 2025 9:35 am

Arizona Congressman Raúl Grijalva, passed away yesterday, March 13, 2025, at the age of 77, after a long battle with lung cancer. In April 2024, the Arizona Globe reported that Grijalva publicly disclosed his lung cancer diagnosis. Despite his health challenges,...

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 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...

Arizona’s LD23 Race Tightens as Republicans Aim to Secure Both Chambers

November 7, 2024 8:23 amNovember 15, 2024 3:15 pm

On Election Day, the Arizona Globe caught up with State Representative Michael Carbone (R-25), who appeared optimistic and energized as he shared his thoughts on the 2024 races. Confident in his own path to victory, Carbone’s presence at the polling...

State Senator Justine Wadsack at a "Chase the Vote" rally at Dream City Church in Phoenix, Arizona.

Last-Minute Election Shenanigans Threaten Arizona Vote

November 1, 2024 4:56 pmNovember 11, 2024 10:43 am

Accusations of meddling against Arizona’s Democrat Attorney and Secretary of State spark controversy over Tuesday’s vote, reigniting lingering doubts stemming from the 2020 and 2022 elections. Among these are AG Kris Mayes’ threat to investigate comments made by Donald Trump...