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Arizona’s Sinema says Lukeville Port of Entry closure ‘unacceptable,’ unsure when it will reopen

The Lukeville Port of Entry has been closed for five days with no end in sight, a situation Kyrsten Sinema of Arizona says is "unacceptable."
14 hours ago
A U.S. Border Patrol agent instructs immigrants who crossed the U.S.-Mexico border on Dec. 5, 2023,...
Kevin Stone

Rep. Juan Ciscomani wants Arizona National Guard to provide border support

U.S. Rep. Juan Ciscomani said he would like to see the National Guard deployed to southern Arizona to help alleviate the strain on border security resources.
2 days ago
A U.S. Border Patrol agent counts immigrants after they spent the night in the desert on December 0...
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Community activist believes closure of Lukeville Port of Entry could result in border town deaths

A community activist who works with border towns believes there could be deaths if the Lukeville Port of Entry in Arizona doesn't reopen soon.
3 days ago
Maricopa County Sheriff Paul Penzone speaks at a press conference on the midterm elections on Nov. ...
Danny Shapiro

Maricopa County Sheriff Penzone says he’s moving on at right time, proud to rehab agency

Maricopa County Sheriff Paul Penzone is entering his final month leading an agency he says he is proud to have turned around following the departure of his predecessor.
4 days ago
Lori Vallow Daybell was extradited from Idaho to Maricopa County on Nov. 30, 2023. (MCSO YouTube Sc...
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Here’s how MCSO extradited ‘Doomsday Mom’ Lori Vallow Daybell to Phoenix

Lori Vallow Daybell was extradited from Idaho to Phoenix this week, a task Maricopa County Sheriff Paul Penzone said Thursday required meticulous planning.
8 days ago
St. Mary's Food Bank is collecting turkeys to provide Thanksgiving meals to more than 20,000 Valley...
Kevin Stone

St. Mary’s Food Bank facing turkey donation shortage as Thanksgiving nears

St. Mary’s Food Bank is making a final push to collect enough turkeys to provide Thanksgiving meals for a record number of Valley families in need.
22 days ago
Israeli soldiers make their way to the border with Gaza on November 16, 2023 in Southern Israel. Mo...
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Why Arizona Sen. Kyrsten Sinema wants Hamas to be designated as terrorist organization by UN

U.S. Sen. Arizona Kyrsten Sinema is urging the United Nations to designate Hamas as a terrorist organization, a plea she says is necessary for multiple reasons.
22 days ago
File photo of a Border Patrol logo on a lectern. A Border Patrol agent died Tuesday, Nov. 14, 2023,...
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Border Patrol agent dies in ATV crash near the US-Mexico border in Arizona

A U.S. Border Patrol agent died Tuesday night in an ATV crash near the U.S.-Mexico border in Arizona, authorities said.
23 days ago
Jacob Chansley, the Arizona horned rioter who gained notoriety for during the Jan. 6 insurrection, ...
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Arizona’s horn-wearing Capitol rioter explains why he’s running for Congress

Jacob Chansley has been out of prison for about eight months but is hoping next year he will be elected as Arizona's newest member of Congress.
24 days ago
Stock image of a teacher in front of a classroom. Arizona Republican lawmakers unveiled a plan Mond...
Kevin Stone

Here’s what you need to know about GOP plan to increase Arizona teacher pay

Arizona Republican lawmakers unveiled a plan Monday to increase teacher pay without raising taxes, but some education advocates are skeptical.
24 days ago
Rep. David Schweikert offers pizza to the media as he leaves a House Republican meeting at the Capi...
Kevin Stone

Rep. David Schweikert of Arizona thinks Congress will avert shutdown just before deadline

U.S. Rep. David Schweikert of Arizona thinks Congress will push hard against Friday’s deadline before passing a funding package to avert a government shutdown.
25 days ago
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No Labels party looking to make mark in Arizona, nationally in 2024

The blossoming No Labels party has planted its flag in Arizona with hopes of making an impact in a 2024 presidential election.
29 days ago
Maricopa County Sheriff Paul Penzone speaks at a press conference on the midterm elections on Novem...
Brandon Gray

Maricopa County Sheriff Paul Penzone discusses political future

Maricopa County Sheriff Paul Penzone discussed why he was stepping down and whether politics is in his future.
1 month ago
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Danny Shapiro

Outgoing Maricopa County Sheriff Paul Penzone reflects on toughest days on the job

Maricopa County Sheriff Paul Penzone knows what his toughest days on the job will be after he departs the office at the start of the year.
1 month ago
Tuesday, Nov. 7, 2023, is Election Day for jurisdictional elections in Maricopa County, Arizona....
Kevin Stone

Here’s what to know about Election Day for Maricopa County jurisdictional elections

Dozens of vote centers and drop boxes opened across metro Phoenix on Tuesday, Election Day for Maricopa County jurisdictional elections.
1 month ago
U.S. Sen. Kyrsten Sinema of Arizona joined The Mike Broomhead Show on Thursday to discuss an Israel...
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Arizona Sen. Kyrsten Sinema gives update on Israel aid bill, border issues

U.S. Sen. Kyrsten Sinema of Arizona gave an update on the status of the aid bill for Israel and the latest on issues at the U.S.-Mexico border.
1 month ago
“We're hopeful from that standpoint, but not really hopeful,” Grand Canyon University President...
Kevin Stone

GCU president confounded by record federal fine, ‘not really hopeful’ about appeal

Grand Canyon University’s president said he is “hopeful” but “not really hopeful” about the appeals process after the Education Department announced a $37.7 million fine.
1 month ago
Maricopa County Recorder Stephen Richer looks on as Assessor Eddie Cook puts his ballot for the Nov...
Kevin Stone

With 1 week left to vote, here’s what to know about Maricopa County jurisdictional elections

Tuesday is the recommended deadline for putting completed ballots in the mail for next week's Maricopa County jurisdictional elections.
1 month ago
Donald Trump shakes hands Blake Masters at a Republican campaign rally on Oct. 9, 2022, in Mesa, Ar...
Kevin Stone

Blake Masters says he shifted 2024 focus from Senate to House after talking to Trump, Lake

Arizona Republican Blake Masters said Friday he talked to Donald Trump and Kari Lake before shifting his 2024 political aspirations.
1 month ago
A sign signals the public to shelter in place during an active shooter situation on Wednesday, Oct....
Kevin Stone

Arizona AG Kris Mayes to propose red flag law to protect schools from gun violence

Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes said she will propose a red flag law to keep guns out of the hands of people who are mentally ill and pose a danger to schools.
1 month ago
Fans watch the Arizona Diamondbacks defeat the Philadelphia Phillies in Game 7 of the National Leag...
Kevin Stone

With Diamondbacks in World Series, Arizona lawmaker wants to extend alcohol sales

Republican Rep. Matt Gress sent Gov. Katie Hobbs a letter Wednesday asking the Democrat to extend alcohol sales until 3 a.m. during the World Series.
1 month ago
Palestinians inspect the rubble of the Yassin Mosque destroyed after it was hit by an Israeli airst...
Danny Shapiro

Sen. Mark Kelly of Arizona expecting difficult ground war in Gaza after visit to Israel

With an Israeli ground invasion into the Gaza Strip a growing possibility, U.S. Sen. Mark Kelly of Arizona is anticipating a challenging fight as tensions continue to rise.
2 months ago
House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan (R-Ohio), right, talks with Rep. Any Biggs (R-Arizona...
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All 6 of Arizona’s Republican House members vote for Jim Jordan on 1st ballot

Rep. Jim Jordan had the full support of Arizona's Republican delegation on the first ballot of voting for House speaker Tuesday.
2 months ago
Israeli and American flags wave during a "Stand With Israel Rally" on Oct. 13, 2023, in Washington,...
Kevin Stone

Rep. David Schweikert of Arizona wants to divert Iranian assets to Israel after Hamas attacks

U.S. Rep. David Schweikert of Arizona introduced a bill this week to support Israel by diverting assets confiscated from Iran.
2 months ago