Arizona will require voters to prove citizenship, residency
The Legislature’s own lawyers say the measure is unconstitutional, directly contradicts a recent Supreme Court decision and is likely to be thrown out in court.
Arizona lawmakers may give some politicians an early retirement with full pension
Some members of the elected officials retirement plan could retire at age 55 after 10 years in office, instead of waiting until age 62.
Tucson city council plans return to in-person meetings
Witnesses for public hearings will be allowed to testify remotely and seating for the public will be limited.
COVID transmission rates drop in southern Arizona
The CDC has lowered the transmission level in most of the state.
Most of Southern Arizona still must wear masks
The CDC has changed the guidance for when people need to wear masks.
Giffords home from hospital
She was admitted earlier in the week for appendicitis.
Arizona puts $40 million towards rural transitional housing for the unhoused
The funds will go to rehabilitating existing buildings
Senate committee backs bill to end local mail elections
Many municipalities, including Tucson, have embraced the practice.
Facing vacancies, police departments seek to hire officers
Recruiters are looking for qualified applicants.
Pima County Assessor's office heads to the library
Staff will be available at libraries across the county.
Gov. Ducey proposes $14.25 billion state budget
Plan calls for earned income tax credit and socking an additional $425 million in the state's rain day fund.
Huckelberry recovering at home
The county administrator was injured in October while biking in Tucson.
Republican lawmakers eye tax cut changes to avoid referendum
Lawmakers are getting ready for their annual session which begins next week.
Arizona court upholds decision to not release COVID records
An appeals court says not all COVID records are public.
Navajo council votes to send big checks to tribal members
The money comes from coronavirus relief funds.
