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Arpaio Leads in Sheriff’s Race Cash, But Just 1 in 8 of His Donors Are Arizonans

Arpaio Leads in Sheriff’s Race Cash, But Just 1 in 8 of His Donors Are Arizonans

By Ali Swenson and OthersFebruary 18, 2020

Former Sheriff Joe Arpaio wants his old job back — but his fundraising is mostly from out-of-state donors. Has he lost his local support?

Cathi Herrod’s Daughter Is Gay, Progressive, and Quietly Defying Her Mother’s Work

By Elizabeth WhitmanFebruary 17, 2020

Cathi Herrod is hugely influential in Arizona, known for driving anti-abortion and anti-gay legislation and policies in the state.

‘Affordable’ in Downtown Phoenix Now Includes $1,200 a Month for 400 Square Feet

‘Affordable’ in Downtown Phoenix Now Includes $1,200 a Month for 400 Square Feet

By Lynn TrimbleFebruary 14, 2020

How much would you pay for a 400-square-foot studio?

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Maricopa County Appoints New Assessor to Replace Petersen After Adoption Scheme

Maricopa County Appoints New Assessor to Replace Petersen After Adoption Scheme

By Ali SwensonFebruary 14, 2020

The man replacing Paul Petersen is a nine-year Gilbert councilman who says he wants to run local government like a “billion-dollar corporation.”

Phoenix Will Host a Democratic Presidential Debate in March

Phoenix Will Host a Democratic Presidential Debate in March

By Ali SwensonFebruary 14, 2020

Arizona Democratic Party officials say the DNC’s decision to schedule the debate in Phoenix “reaffirms our battleground state status.”

Arizona House Passes Industry-Backed Pre-Emption Bill to Keep Natural Gas Flowing

Arizona House Passes Industry-Backed Pre-Emption Bill to Keep Natural Gas Flowing

By Elizabeth WhitmanFebruary 12, 2020

If passed, the legislation would stymie local efforts to encourage cleaner energy and mitigate climate change.

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Feds to Track Migrant Criminal Histories in Fight Against Sanctuary Cities

Feds to Track Migrant Criminal Histories in Fight Against Sanctuary Cities

By Hannah CritchfieldFebruary 12, 2020

“We found there was no significantly significant relationship between sanctuary status and whether the city had higher or lower crime rates.”

Banner Health Pushed Bill Letting It Screen Hires Through Rx Database

Banner Health Pushed Bill Letting It Screen Hires Through Rx Database

By Steven HsiehFebruary 12, 2020

“If you were in a car accident and you hurt your back and you had to be on Tylenol with codeine for a couple weeks, that’s your business.”

Arizona Legislators Propose Governor, Not Voters, Choose Utility Regulators

By Elizabeth WhitmanFebruary 11, 2020

“If you’re gonna corrupt the process, it’s easier to corrupt one,” one commissioner said.

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Jaywalking Ticket on First Offense Would Be More Likely Under Phoenix Plan

Jaywalking Ticket on First Offense Would Be More Likely Under Phoenix Plan

By Steven HsiehFebruary 10, 2020

No more warnings.

Representative Blackman Proposes Sentencing Reform Bill for Nonviolent Offenders

Representative Blackman Proposes Sentencing Reform Bill for Nonviolent Offenders

By Hannah CritchfieldFebruary 6, 2020

Nonviolent offenders could earn reduced sentences though rehabilitative programming.

Sinema Votes For Conviction in Trump Impeachment Trial

Sinema Votes For Conviction in Trump Impeachment Trial

By Steven HsiehFebruary 5, 2020

She speaks!

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Bloomberg to Campaign in Arizona as Other Democrats Focus on Earlier Primaries

Bloomberg to Campaign in Arizona as Other Democrats Focus on Earlier Primaries

By Ali SwensonJanuary 29, 2020

While most Democratic candidates spend time in the four states with the earliest primaries, Michael Bloomberg is courting the Arizona vote.

Grace, 75, Once Homeless, Finds a Room to Rent. All She Needs Now Is an ID

Grace, 75, Once Homeless, Finds a Room to Rent. All She Needs Now Is an ID

By Elizabeth WhitmanJanuary 29, 2020

Without an ID, Grace, who was homeless for six months last year, cannot apply for a place of her own.

‘Penis Man’ Speaks, Says He’s Just a Copycat: ‘I Thought It Was a Good Message’

‘Penis Man’ Speaks, Says He’s Just a Copycat: ‘I Thought It Was a Good Message’

By Ray SternJanuary 28, 2020

“I’m not the original … there are hundreds of copycats with very distinctively different handwriting.”

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‘Penis Man’ Graffiti Artist Arrested by ’25 Heavily Armed SWAT Officers’

By Ray SternJanuary 25, 2020

“They raided my condo and vehicle … in west Phoenix with 25 heavily armed SWAT officers, and pointed a silenced assault rifle in my face.”

Walt Blackman Faces Backlash for Voting Yes on Mandatory Minimum Bill

By Meg O'ConnorJanuary 24, 2020

“This bill could have been stopped from moving with his vote,” Fealk said. “It’s very disappointing and disheartening to see.”

Tempe Police Declare War on ‘Penis Man’

Tempe Police Declare War on ‘Penis Man’

By Ray SternJanuary 23, 2020

“The Tempe Police Department has opened an investigation in attempt to identify and apprehend person/s responsible.”

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Drunk-Driving Lawmaker Accuses Reporter of Drug Problem After Question on Affair

Drunk-Driving Lawmaker Accuses Reporter of Drug Problem After Question on Affair

By Steven HsiehJanuary 22, 2020

“If you have a problem with substance abuse, I am more than willing to talk to you anytime you need because I think you do.”

State Rep. David Cook Faces Questions of Unethical Relationship With Lobbyist

State Rep. David Cook Faces Questions of Unethical Relationship With Lobbyist

By Elizabeth WhitmanJanuary 22, 2020

State Representative David Cook and lobbyist AnnaMarie Knorr have denied allegations that their relationship was anything but platonic.

There Are More Stories Than Floors at The Stewart, Phoenix’s Beleaguered New Luxury High-Rise

There Are More Stories Than Floors at The Stewart, Phoenix’s Beleaguered New Luxury High-Rise

By Robrt L. PelaJanuary 22, 2020

Among the amenities at this downtown tower: electrical failures, dead air conditioners, brown tap water, and transient Airbnb partiers.

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Trump Impeachment Defense Lawyer Once Won $60 Million in Arizona Corruption Case

Trump Impeachment Defense Lawyer Once Won $60 Million in Arizona Corruption Case

By Ali SwensonJanuary 21, 2020

Lawyer Eric Herschmann once sued the Arizona Corporation Commissioner for $60 million.

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