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  DAVID IVERSEN | 6 hours ago

  Buckeye fire crews rescue man from excavation site

  The man suffered multiple traumatic injuries and was taken to a trauma center after Thursday’s 2 p.m. call. No cause was given.

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  SERENA O'SULLIVAN | 7 hours ago

  Democrat Nick Mansour wins Arizona treasurer race over Republican Elijah Norton

  Mansour’s lead narrowed after Election Day, but it held up enough for The Associated Press to call the race Thursday.

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  DAVID IVERSEN | 8 hours ago

  Crystalyne Curley claims victory in Navajo presidential election, poised to make history as first female president

  Unofficial results show the Navajo Nation Council Speaker defeating attorney Justin Jones by 1,115 votes. Jones has refused to concede.

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  SERENA O'SULLIVAN | 8 hours ago

  Karrin Taylor Robson says Arizona Republicans paid the price for overlooking moderate voters

  "I think the American people just feel abandoned," the former Republican gubernatorial candidate said. "They said enough is enough of what we've seen in the last two years."

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  SHIRA TANZER | 8 hours ago

  Democratic leaders call for changes to ESA program after taking control of Legislature

  Gov. Katie Hobbs addressed the voucher program in her victory speech, and the lawmaker in line to become Senate president said it has too much fraud and waste.

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  KEVIN STONE | 9 hours ago

  How did Democrats take control of Arizona and how will they use their newfound power?

  “I think they know what the public wants, and they're going to continue to listen to the public," said state Democratic Party Chair Charlene Fernandez.

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  DAVID IVERSEN | 10 hours ago

  JoAnna Mendoza defeats GOP incumbent Juan Ciscomani in Arizona’s 6th Congressional District

  She becomes the second Arizona Democrat after Amish Shah to flip a Republican congressional seat amid a nationwide blue wave.

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  DAVID IVERSEN | 12 hours ago

  Democrat Amish Shah defeats Republican Jay Feely in Arizona’s 1st Congressional District

  The race between a former state lawmaker and a Trump-endorsed former NFL kicker drew more than $25 million in outside spending.

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  KEVIN STONE | 12 hours ago

  Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs, Lt. Gov.-elect John Giles deliver victory speeches

  The governor and lieutenant governor-elect discussed their priorities for the coming legislative session, when Democrats will control the Legislature after a historic election.

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  SERENA O'SULLIVAN | 13 hours ago

  Amish Shah vows to ‘fight like hell’ for Arizona water, seeks end to ‘political toxicity’ after flipping CD1

  "Let's get to work in Congress and make the people feel like their system of government is working for them," said Shah, who flipped a longtime Republican seat blue on Election Day.

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  KEVIN STONE | 15 hours ago

  Democrats poised to control both chambers of Arizona Legislature for first time in 60 years

  If the early results hold up, it will be a historic shift. Arizona Democrats last held majorities in the Senate in 1992 and the House in 1966.

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  KYLIE WERNER | Nov 5, 2026

  Looking for Chinese restaurants to wok your world? Here’s where eaters recommend in Mesa

  From tangy orange chicken to pillowy steamed dumplings and savory beef chow fun, here are the restaurants in Mesa that customers said are dishing up deliciously authentic Chinese food.

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  KYLIE WERNER | Nov 4, 2026

  19-year-old Democrat set to become next Maricopa County Clerk of the Superior Court

  Results on Wednesday evening, showed Matta leading Dial 53.4% to 46.6% with 1,360,007 ballots cast.

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  KEVIN STONE | Nov 4, 2026

  2026 Phoenix City Council election: 2 incumbents win, 2 other races head to runoff

  Kevin Robinson and Kesha Hodge Washington are handily winning their second terms, while the races for two open seats won't be decided until next year.

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  KYLIE WERNER | Nov 4, 2026

  Arizona state Senate leader says Democrats will ‘be able to deliver’ with control of both chambers

  Priya Sundareshan plans on addressing rising costs, protecting the state's water, investing in education and putting guardrails on the ESA program.

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  DAVID IVERSEN | Nov 4, 2026

  Arizona Republicans blame Turning Point, election fraud claims for losses

  Arizona Republican leaders traded blame after sweeping Democratic gains, with Gina Swoboda criticizing Turning Point Action and Thomas Galvin condemning election fraud claims.

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  SERENA O'SULLIVAN | Nov 4, 2026

  Katie Hobbs defeats Andy Biggs, wins second term as Arizona governor

  Democratic Gov. Katie Hobbs won reelection by double digits, becoming Arizona’s first Democrat to win a second term since 2006.

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  DAVID IVERSEN | Nov 4, 2026

  Arizona business leader braces for tax fights after Democratic election sweep

  Danny Seiden expects ballot fights over taxes and ESA vouchers but praises Gov. Katie Hobbs as a moderate

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  DAVID IVERSEN | Nov 4, 2026

  Scottsdale City Council race tightens as Turning Point-backed candidates lead

  Raoul Zubia fell to third as additional ballots were counted in the race for two seats. Water policy and development divided the candidates, and results remain unofficial.

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  SERENA O'SULLIVAN | Nov 4, 2026

  Maricopa County turns to ballot count after ‘flawless’ Election Day, supervisor says

  Kate Brophy McGee said the recorder's office is focused on verifying signatures on early ballots that voters dropped off, while the Board of Supervisors’ elections staff is responsible for counting votes and compiling results.

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  KEVIN STONE | Nov 4, 2026

  Arrest made after road rage incident ends with fatal shooting in Scottsdale

  The suspect called 911 and said he had to “defend myself” against a person who was “road raging” at him, according to the arrest report.

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  SERENA O'SULLIVAN | Nov 4, 2026

  Social media trend linked to $283K burglary spree at former Valley school, teen suspects arrested

  Police identified only one of the four suspects: 18-year-old Blake Eldredge. Two of the other suspects are 16, while police said the fourth suspect’s age is unknown.

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  SERENA O'SULLIVAN | Nov 4, 2026

  After winning reelection, Adrian Fontes says Arizona voters rewarded leadership focused on ‘getting the job done’

  The Democratic secretary of state attributed the blue wave to voters prioritizing practicality over partisan loyalty.

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  DAVID IVERSEN | Nov 4, 2026

  Democrat Kris Mayes wins reelection as Arizona attorney general

  The incumbent defeated Arizona Senate President Warren Petersen as Democrats retained control of the top statewide offices.

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  SERENA O'SULLIVAN | Nov 4, 2026

  Democrat Adrian Fontes wins reelection as Arizona secretary of state

  The incumbent defeated Republican lawmaker Alexander Kolodin to win four more years as the state's top elections official.