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How the sheriff’s office milked $163M from a racial profiling case it lost

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Elizabeth Whitman

Elizabeth Whitman

Elizabeth Whitman was a staff writer for Phoenix New Times from March 2019 to April 2020.

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Meet the Political Operatives Behind Phoenix’s New ‘Citizen’ Ballot Initiative

Meet the Political Operatives Behind Phoenix’s New ‘Citizen’ Ballot Initiative

By Elizabeth WhitmanMarch 11, 2019

“Tim and I came up with this idea, boy, three or four years ago,” Chuck Warren, a conservative political consultant, said of their initiative to put pension reform on the Phoenix ballot.

Environmentalists Plan to Sue EPA for Missing 51 Clean-Air Deadlines in Arizona

Environmentalists Plan to Sue EPA for Missing 51 Clean-Air Deadlines in Arizona

By Elizabeth WhitmanMarch 8, 2019

EPA has missed more than 50 deadlines under the Clean Air Act to grade Arizona’s plans to reduce ozone in the Valley of the Sun.

Will Arizona Blow Another Deadline for the Colorado River Drought Plan?

Will Arizona Blow Another Deadline for the Colorado River Drought Plan?

By Elizabeth WhitmanMarch 6, 2019

The feds are rooting for Arizona and California.

An Arizona Lawmaker Still Wants the State to Take Over Federal Lands

An Arizona Lawmaker Still Wants the State to Take Over Federal Lands

By Elizabeth WhitmanMarch 4, 2019

Even after voters and two governors rejected previous measures, Representative Mark Finchem is trying again.

The Only Questionnaire You’ll Need for the Phoenix City Council Race

The Only Questionnaire You’ll Need for the Phoenix City Council Race

By Elizabeth Whitman and OthersMarch 2, 2019

Worst city in the Valley? “That’s a loaded question. But everyone knows it’s Apache Junction.”

Arizona Lawmaker Kelly Townsend Compares Vaccines to Communism

Arizona Lawmaker Kelly Townsend Compares Vaccines to Communism

By Elizabeth WhitmanFebruary 28, 2019

“Dearest friends and people of Arizona, it seems we are prepared to give up our liberty, the very sovereignty of our body, because of measles.”

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Banking on Drought: Private Companies See Profits in Southwest Water Shortages

Banking on Drought: Private Companies See Profits in Southwest Water Shortages

By Elizabeth WhitmanFebruary 28, 2019

Speculating on water is a tough gig in this state. Is it a bad idea, or a brilliant one?

Corporation Commissioner Sandra Kennedy Wants to Force APS to Open Its Books

Corporation Commissioner Sandra Kennedy Wants to Force APS to Open Its Books

By Elizabeth WhitmanFebruary 27, 2019

APS is still embroiled in the legal battle that ensued the last time a commissioner tried to force them to disclose political donations

The Bizarre Link Between Phoenix and an Imploding California Solar Company

The Bizarre Link Between Phoenix and an Imploding California Solar Company

By Elizabeth WhitmanFebruary 27, 2019

The city received solar generators — for free! — from a now-bankrupt company that faces potential allegations of fraud.Phoenix.

Babies Are Dying From Syphilis in Maricopa County

Babies Are Dying From Syphilis in Maricopa County

By Elizabeth WhitmanFebruary 25, 2019

The county is begging doctors and midwives to screen pregnant women more frequently for the disease.

Arizona Congratulates Itself on Colorado River Drought Plan, Which Still Isn’t Done

Arizona Congratulates Itself on Colorado River Drought Plan, Which Still Isn’t Done

By Elizabeth WhitmanFebruary 20, 2019

With less than two weeks before a federal deadline, Arizona has 13 agreements to finalize for its Colorado River drought plan. Meanwhile, a key player is threatening to pull out.

In Discussing Colorado River Drought Plan, Ducey Won’t Say ‘Climate Change’

In Discussing Colorado River Drought Plan, Ducey Won’t Say ‘Climate Change’

By Elizabeth WhitmanFebruary 18, 2019

“We’re trying to get something passed at the Legislature,” he said.

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Citing Controversial Bill, Gila River Tribe Backs Away from Arizona Drought Plan

Citing Controversial Bill, Gila River Tribe Backs Away from Arizona Drought Plan

By Elizabeth WhitmanFebruary 14, 2019

And you thought they finished the Drought Contingency Plan.

Auditor General: Hit by Recession, Arizona’s Water Department 10 Years Behind

Auditor General: Hit by Recession, Arizona’s Water Department 10 Years Behind

By Elizabeth WhitmanFebruary 12, 2019

Director Tom Buschatzke said that groundwater management suffered “no meaningful loss.”

Arizona Drought Plan Moves Forward, With More Money for Farmers

Arizona Drought Plan Moves Forward, With More Money for Farmers

By Elizabeth WhitmanJanuary 30, 2019

Critics of an 11th-hour amendment lamented a “last-minute effort to appease a few interests.”

With Days to Go, Arizona Lawmakers Introduce Drought Plan Legislation

With Days to Go, Arizona Lawmakers Introduce Drought Plan Legislation

By Elizabeth WhitmanJanuary 29, 2019

If they miss the January 31 deadline, the federal government will step in and dictate cuts to Arizona’s supply of Colorado River water.

UPDATE: Larry Naman Banned From Suns Stadium, Other City Properties

UPDATE: Larry Naman Banned From Suns Stadium, Other City Properties

By Elizabeth WhitmanJanuary 24, 2019

The fact that the public was not allowed to vote on the deal to renovate Talking Stick Resort Arena, Larry Naman said, was “an act of violence.”

Phoenix City Council Approves $235M Deal to Renovate Suns Arena

Phoenix City Council Approves $235M Deal to Renovate Suns Arena

By Elizabeth WhitmanJanuary 23, 2019

No matter the outcome, the proposed deal has been a study in how NOT to push forward with expensive, taxpayer-funded ideas.

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Not Just Texting And Driving: Arizona Lacks Vital Road-Safety Laws, Report Finds

Not Just Texting And Driving: Arizona Lacks Vital Road-Safety Laws, Report Finds

By Elizabeth WhitmanJanuary 23, 2019

Lax laws make Arizona one of the most dangerous states in the country for drivers and passengers, according to a new report.

Despite Safety Concerns, Phoenix Electric Scooter Proposal Zips Along

Despite Safety Concerns, Phoenix Electric Scooter Proposal Zips Along

By Elizabeth WhitmanJanuary 22, 2019

“Bird? Lime?” she called out into the audience. “I know you’re here.”

Arizona Water Leaders Lean on Developers to Support Drought Plan

Arizona Water Leaders Lean on Developers to Support Drought Plan

By Elizabeth WhitmanJanuary 21, 2019

“We need all of you to go to your favorite legislator and express your support for the Drought Contingency Plan,” said Tom Buschatzke.

Love ‘Em or Hate ‘Em, Electric Scooters Could Soon Come to Downtown Phoenix

Love ‘Em or Hate ‘Em, Electric Scooters Could Soon Come to Downtown Phoenix

By Elizabeth WhitmanJanuary 19, 2019

If City Council approves, the dockless electric scooters would be part of a yearlong pilot program limited to downtown Phoenix.

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