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Kevin Stone
GOP Rep. Juan Ciscomani of Arizona explains why he voted to lift debt ceiling
U.S. Rep. Juan Ciscomani of Arizona said Friday the deal to lift the debt ceiling isn't perfect, but it beats the alternative.2 days ago
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Arizona schools chief Horne says growth of school voucher program beneficial to state
Arizona Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Horne said Thursday he believes the state will be able to handle a continued growth in the state's school voucher program that critics say is leading to excessive spending and benefitting the wealthy.3 days ago
Kevin Stone
Maricopa County recorder has an invitation for election doubters
Maricopa County Recorder Stephen Richer has an invitation for anybody who harbors a distrust of the voting system that he helps run.11 days ago
Danny Shapiro
US Sen. Mark Kelly of Arizona believes space exploration remains vital for country
U.S. Sen. Mark Kelly of Arizona is understandably biased when it comes to space exploration, but it's a venture he believes needs to continue.16 days ago
Kevin Stone
Sen. Mark Kelly of Arizona calls effort at border since end of Title 42 ‘remarkable’
U.S. Sen. Mark Kelly said authorities and partners have been doing a "remarkable job" at the border since the end of Title 42 asylum restrictions.16 days ago
Kevin Stone
Supt. Horne says focus on discipline is common factor among successful Arizona schools
Arizona Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Horne says a focus on discipline is a common factor among schools that create and maintain high levels of academic achievement.19 days ago
Kevin Stone
Sen. Kyrsten Sinema blasts Biden administration over handling of Title 42 end
U.S. Sen. Kyrsten Sinema of Arizona ripped the Biden administration’s handling of Thursday’s Title 42 immigration policy rollback, claiming cartels have control of the southern border.25 days ago
Kevin Stone
Sheriff Paul Penzone says end of Title 42 ‘challenging’ for Arizona law enforcement
Maricopa County Sheriff Paul Penzone said Thursday's end of Title 42 immigration restrictions will be “challenging” for Arizona law enforcement.25 days ago
SuElen Rivera
Yuma mayor Nicholls hopeful about state’s end of Title 42 plan as surge in migrants continues
Yuma Mayor Doug Nicholls said that even though much uncertainty will come with the end of Title 42 on Thursday, he's hopeful about the state's plan to mitigate difficulties.27 days ago
Kevin Stone
Former Arizona National Guard leader says Biden’s border troops plan is flawed
Retired Maj. Gen. Mick McGuire says the Biden administration’s plan to send federal troops to support border operations is flawed.1 month ago
KTAR.com
Yuma mayor expecting 1,000 migrant crossings per day after Title 42 ends
Yuma Mayor Doug Nicholls expects his border town will see about a 1,000 migrant crossings a day after Title 42 ends next month.1 month ago
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Arizona’s Kyrsten Sinema says Republican-backed debt bill won’t pass in Senate but was progress
U.S. Sen. Kyrsten Sinema of Arizona said Thursday a sweeping debt ceiling package passed a day earlier by House Republicans won't have support in the Senate.1 month ago
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Arizona Sen. Kyrsten Sinema talks reelection run timeline, possibility of Trump vs. Biden
U.S. Sen. Kyrsten Sinema of Arizona on Wednesday discussed a potential reelection run for Senate in 2024 and the possibility of Donald Trump against Joe Biden for the presidency in 2024.1 month ago
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Arizona Sen. Kyrsten Sinema’s worry growing with Biden administration as Title 42 end nears
U.S. Sen. Kyrsten Sinema of Arizona isn't getting answers from the Biden administration on how the end of Title 42 will affect her home state, a growing worry with the policy set to end next month.1 month ago
Taylor Tasler
MCSO’s Paul Penzone aiming to curb ‘devastation’ of fentanyl in jails
Maricopa County Sheriff Paul Penzone believes there's a fentanyl problem in his jails and plans to take a proactive approach to curbing it.1 month ago
SuElen Rivera
Passenger recounts fiery flight from Ohio to Phoenix: ‘We’re not going to make this’
A passenger aboard a Phoenix-bound flight forced to turn around after a bird strike over the weekend recounted the moments taken on a video.1 month ago
Kevin Stone
Phoenix official explains wastewater recycling plan: ‘It’s just water’
Phoenix wastewater would go through treatment similar to "what you would see out of the bottled water industry" under a proposed recycling plan.2 months ago
Kevin Stone
Arizona House speaker says Liz Harris expulsion won’t disrupt budget process
Republican Liz Harris’ expulsion from the Arizona House won’t have a significant impact on the legislative process, Speaker Ben Toma said Thursday.2 months ago
Danny Shapiro
Here’s how metro Phoenix’s newest police department is keeping up with a population boom
Queen Creek's police department is just over a year old, but its chief said expansion plans have rapidly evolved to keep up with the growing population.2 months ago
Kevin Stone
Mark Lamb says Senate campaign will focus on Arizona issues, not opponents
Pinal County Sheriff Mark Lamb says his 2024 U.S. Senate campaign will focus on issues, not his potential opposition.2 months ago
KTAR.com
Mayor Kate Gallego seeks solutions for downtown homeless encampment
The homeless encampment known as "the Zone" in downtown Phoenix has become a growing issue and Mayor Kate Gallego is actively seeking solutions.2 months ago
Danny Shapiro
Lawsuit with Phoenix over proposed Coyotes arena deal ‘really unfortunate,’ says Tempe Mayor Woods
Tempe Mayor Corey Woods didn't expect to see legal action from Phoenix over the planned residential development part of the Coyotes arena deal.2 months ago
SuElen Rivera
Phoenix restaurant owner says long ‘way to go’ following judge’s homeless encampment decision
A judge has ordered Phoenix to find a solution for a large homeless camp, but a local restaurant owner said it could be a while before progress is seen.2 months ago
