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Phoenix-Area School District Renews Contract With University That Opposes Gay Marriage
Arizona Christian University students can once again participate in Washington Elementary School District’s student-teacher program.
10 Controversial Bills Just Passed By Arizona Republicans
The bills include another attempt to ban abortion outright, as well as efforts to ban certain books in schools and a proposal to criminalize homelessness.
9 Things to Know About Arizona’s New Budget for 2023-2024
The Copper Courier has compiled a list of the biggest budget items that could impact your day-to-day life.
Rural Advocates Want to Take on Monopoly Power and Help Family Farmers
Participants of the 2023 Rural Policy Action Summit spoke about how to expand resources for those in rural communities, among other topics.
Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes Won’t Defend Anti-Trans Sports Law
A lawsuit filed by a group of parents claims the law is discriminatory against their trans daughters by prohibiting them from certain activities based on their gender.
Rural Advocates Want to Take on Monopoly Power and Help Family Farmers
Participants of the 2023 Rural Policy Action Summit spoke about how to expand resources for those in rural communities, among other topics.
House GOP’s First 100 Days: Few Results, Lots of Unpopular Ideas
House Republicans have spent their first 100 days in power discussing plans to cut social programs like Social Security, Medicare, Medicaid, and food assistance and conducting half-baked and conspiracy-fueled investigations.
Orden podría detener distribución de medicamento abortivo
Los proveedores de atención médica de Arizona tienen confianza de que podrán continuar brindando abortos seguros, incluso cuando los tribunales discuten una orden que podría detener la distribución de un medicamento clave para el aborto.
From Douglas to Congress? How Raquel Terán’s Roots Along the Border Drive Her Campaign
Terán says thanks to her experience at the state capitol and the support of progressive groups like LUCHA, she is ready to work as a fierce advocate for her community in Congress.
Arizonans Need the Hobbs Administration To Keep the Foot on the Gas for Reproductive Freedom
OPINION: While many in the “pro-life” camp argue that banning abortions is the only way to protect life, in cases like mine, denying access to abortion is anything but.
Republicans Push to Make Middle and High Schools Offer Firearms Training
The program, derived from a National Rifle Association task force, would require schools offering firearms training to have NRA representatives be part of the task force.
‘A Blue-Collar Blueprint to Rebuild America’: 7 Takeaways From Biden’s State of the Union
Biden’s blueprint includes several recently passed laws which are expected to create millions of good-paying jobs in construction, manufacturing, and other sectors.
Family Planning Program To Expand Services to 30,000 People Under Hobbs’ Proposal
Hobbs’ budget to match federal funding for Title X, a family planning program, which will increase the program’s funding to $12 million.
Gov. Hobbs Calls on Elected Officials to End Conspiracy Theories in Inaugural Address
In her speech, Hobbs outlined an agenda focused on water, border security, healthcare access, affordability, workforce development, and education.
Ducey Continues To Build His $100 Million Shipping Container ‘Border,’ Leaving an Expensive Mess for Gov.-Elect Katie Hobbs
Federal agencies have told Arizona the construction on US land is unlawful, and environmental groups say the containers could imperil natural water systems and endanger species.
5 Things to Know About Governor-Elect Katie Hobbs
Arizona’s fifth female governor comes from a background in social work and public service—and the occasional triathlon.
Latinos and Young People Voted Blue to Save Democracy in Arizona
Roughly 70% of Latino voters and voters age 18-29 preferred Sen. Mark Kelly and Secretary of State Katie Hobbs over their Republican opponents,
Katie Hobbs to Be Arizona’s Next Governor
The former social worker said she’ll use the power of the veto to prevent state Republicans from enacting laws further restricting abortion and voting rights.
Democrat Mark Kelly Wins Reelection to US Senate in Arizona
US Sen. Mark Kelly will represent Arizona in the US Senate for the next six years, winning reelection and earning his first full term.
Post-Election Misinformation Targets Arizona
In Arizona, election officials cannot begin counting early ballots that were dropped off late until the polls close, guaranteeing delays.
Opinion: Why This Former Prosecutor Wants Julie Gunnigle to Be Our Next Maricopa County Attorney
The Maricopa County Attorney’s Office has been badly tarnished for too long, and we are ready for that to end through an independent prosecutor: Julie Gunnigle.
Opinion: Rachel Mitchell Isn’t Making Communities Safer—That’s Why I Support Julie Gunnigle for Maricopa County Attorney
A Scottsdale pastor shares why she supports Julie Gunnigle as Maricopa County Attorney.
Opinion: Over 40 Black Leaders in Arizona on Why They Support Katie Hobbs for Governor
Black leaders in Arizona say that out of the two candidates running for governor, only one has a vision for Arizona that is based on truth and unmatched experience.
Opinion: Kari Lake’s Economic Plan Would Be a Disaster for Arizona
Two Arizonans representing retirees detail why they think Kari Lake’s economic plan would be a disaster for the state.
Katie Hobbs Touts Her Political Competence – And ‘Sanity’ — in Bid for Governor
Hobbs said she was motivated to enter the governor’s race after overseeing the 2020 election in Arizona – a position that thrust her into the national spotlight as she vigorously defended the integrity of the vote.
Voting Conspiracist Mark Finchem Wants to Run Arizona’s Elections
As a member of the legislature, Finchem introduced about 20 bills related to election procedures, including bills that sought to limit early voting, restrict mail-in ballots and prohibit ballot drop boxes in big cities.
‘Our Future Also Counts’: An 18-Year-Old Phoenix Teen on Why She’s Voting in the Midterm Elections
In Arizona, youth voter turnout has been on the rise, increasing 16 percentage points from 2014 to 2018 and 18 points between 2016 and 2020.
North Valley Residents: Here Are Your Candidates for Arizona Legislature
Arizona’s 4th Legislative District covers Paradise Valley north Scottsdale, and north Phoenix, between Camelback Road, State Route 51, and State Route 101.
‘He Is Beholden to a Power-Hungry Billionaire’: Blake Masters’ Tucson Classmates and Teachers Urge Arizona to not Elect Him
Masters’ hometown paper published a letter signed by former classmates, teachers, and alumni from Green Fields Country Day School, urging fellow Arizonans not to vote for him.