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2026 Arizona Elections

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, …

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.

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 …

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The 100 Greatest Songs Recorded in Arizona

Whether you’re spending your summer hiking dusty trails in the desert or leafy trails up north, out on one of our many lakes, ascending your way to a mountain campsite, sitting under the moon with friends, driving to your favorite statewide destination, or keeping indoors with a/c for a party, we’ve got the soundtrack for every Arizona occasion.

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