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Maricopa County recorder sues supervisors over election powers

Maricopa County Recorder Justin Heap is suing the county’s supervisors, claiming they are illegally trying to seize control of the county’s elections

Longtime Maricopa County voters will soon get notices requesting proof of citizenship

For nearly two decades, the state had failed to properly collect this documentation from people when they registered to vote, the Secretary of State’s Office disclosed last summer.

Democrats hit LA protests and immigration reform at CD7 debate

The Democratic primary winner on July 15 will likely win the seat in an overwhelmingly blue border district.

Former Arizona lawmaker Austin Smith charged with forging signatures on nominating petitions

The Attorney General’s Office received a dozen complaints related to campaign signature petitions from the Secretary of State’s Office last year.

How Arizona is lining up the next generation of election workers, as more people leave the field

In Arizona, where each election is closely watched, officials are under such intense pressure to conduct elections perfectly.

WATCH LIVE: Democratic Debate for Arizona Congressional District 7

Candidates face off in second Arizona debate for vacant CD7 seat.

WATCH LIVE: Republican Debate for Arizona Congressional District 7

Candidates face off in second Arizona debate for vacant CD7 seat.

U.S. warns Arizona and Wisconsin over compliance with federal election law

Justice Department letters show the Trump administration’s approach to scrutinizing state practices.

Maricopa County poised to hire national consulting firm for review of election procedures

BerryDunn is recommended for a $400,000 audit aimed at making systems more secure and efficient.

Cochise County to hold new jail tax election after lawsuit challenges 2023 vote

The repeat election comes amid a legal settlement over alleged voter disenfranchisement in previous all mail election.

Adelita Grijalva enters CD 7 race

She will resign her seat on the Pima County Board of Supervisors.

Fontes staying out of race to replace Raul Grijalva

The AZ Secretary of State made the announcement not long after the end of Grijalva's funeral.

Court blocks Arizona’s laws requiring proof of citizenship to vote for president

The appeals court on Tuesday upheld a 2023 decision from the U.S. District Court of Arizona.

Arizona governor vetoes bill to speed up counting of election results in the swing state

Democratic Gov. Katie Hobbs on Tuesday vetoed the measure over concerns that it would make it harder for people to vote.

Congressman Andy Biggs considers run for Governor in 2026

Biggs has represented metro Phoenix in the U.S. House of Representatives since 2017.

Arizona lawmakers push to limit mail ballot drop-off times

The bill seeks to speed up election results but raises concerns about accessibility and safety.

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