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Democrat Kris Mayes and Republican Warren Petersen debated in September in the race for attorney general.
Millions of dollars pour into Arizona statewide races
PHOENIX — Money alone doesn’t decide political races. But it does play a role. And Kris Mayes is spending a lot of it to ensure she gets a second term as attorney general. New campaign … more
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Incumbent Gov. Katie Hobbs at a July campaign stop.
New reports shed light on Hobbs’, Biggs’ campaign finances
PHOENIX - At least $34 million has been spent to get Katie Hobbs a second term as governor. That's what clearly can be identified from newly filed campaign finance reports. But the actual … more
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Arizona Secretary of State Adrian Fontes said the Executive Tower at the Capitol was evacuated Thursday afternoon after an envelope containing white powder was discovered.
White powder forces evacuation at Arizona Capitol, FBI investigates
The Executive Tower at the Arizona State Capitol was evacuated Thursday afternoon after an envelope containing white powder was opened by a clerk in the office of Secretary of State Adrian Fontes, … more
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From left, Gilbert Public Schools Chief Technology Officer Jon Castelhano, Chief Operations Officer Albert Dutchover and Business Services Assistant Superintendent Crystal Zachary present the governing board information on how Proposition 320 would affect the district if passed.
East Valley school board questions Prop 320's fairness, charter school exemption
Gilbert Public Schools board members criticize Proposition 320 for excluding charter schools and overlooking essential student services while supporting accountability. more
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Voters stand in line outside a polling place at Madison Church, Nov. 5, 2024, in Phoenix.
Groups creating safeguards as early voting begins
With early voting underway across Arizona, local and national civic organizations are ramping up efforts to empower voters and address concerns about election security and voter intimidation. more
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Erika Kirk speaks at Turning Point USA’s “America: Love It or Leave It” tour at the Grand Canyon University Antelope Gym on Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026.
As midterms loom, Turning Point reflects on concerns GOP is losing ground with young voters
PHOENIX – At Turning Point USA’s “America: Love It or Leave It” tour stop at Grand Canyon University, CEO Erika Kirk called out one particular group: those who don’t plan to vote in the … more
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Former Mesa Mayor John Giles in August when he was tapped by incumbent Gov. Katie Hobbs to be her running mate.
Giles addresses speeding tickets received as Mesa mayor
PHOENIX - The nominee for lieutenant governor on the Democratic ticket is brushing aside multiple speeding tickets he received  while mayor of Mesa. "I've lived in Arizona my entire life, … more
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Jay Feely, left, faces off Wednesday night in a debate with Amish Shah as they compete in the race to be elected to the U.S. House in CD 2.
Candidates for CD 1 talk data center, medical costs, war in Iran
SCOTTSDALE — The debate Wednesday night for what could be the Democrats’ best chance in the nation of picking up a seat in the U.S. House provoked some sparks. Amish Shah labeled Republican … more
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From left, Michelle Morris, Anna Van Hoek and Amanda Wade are running for the two four-year seats on the Higley Unified School District Governing Board.
Three candidates for Higley USD's four-year seats answer questions
The Higley Unified School District has three open seats being decided in the November election, but under two different conditions. Two full-term, four-year seats are open with the incumbents, … more
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Candidates for Arizona’s governor race, Republican nominee Andy Biggs and “No Labels” candidate Teri Hourihan debate at Sneaky Big Studios in Scottsdale on Oct. 6, 2026.
Biggs, Hourihan go head-to-head as Hobbs skips gubernatorial debate
Republican Rep. Andy Biggs faced No Labels candidate TeriAnn Hourihan Tuesday night in a Clean Elections Debate, where Hourihan spent much of her time questioning Biggs instead of answering questions … more
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A student engages with an interactive flat panel in a Gilbert Public Schools classroom.
Gilbert Public Schools seeks voter approval for $136M bond
Gilbert Public Schools voters will decide Nov. 3 on a $136 million bond for aging facilities, security and technology, plus the future of the former Pioneer Elementary property. more
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Candidates for Arizona's 4th Congressional District candidates "No Labels" party nominee Tisha Benoit, from left, and Republican Zuhdi Jasser debate Democratic Rep. Greg Stanton at Sneaky Big Studios in Scottsdale on Oct. 5, 2026.
Three candidates debate in a fight to be congressional delegate for CD4
Three candidates took the stage Monday night in the debate for the 4th Congressional District, with  Democratic incumbent Greg Stanton squaring up against Republican candidate Dr. Zuhdi Jasser … more
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