GOP expects Schweikert to hold off challenger; analysts aren’t so sure
WASHINGTON - A national Republican campaign official expressed confidence Wednesday that Rep. David Schweikert, R-Fountain Hills, can fend off a challenge from Democrat Hiral Tipirneni, who leads in some polls and has raised millions more for her campaign.
U.S. House, District 7: Arizona should have trusted the people on COVID-19, Josh Barnett says
Josh Barnett, the Republican candidate for District 7 in the U.S. House of Representatives, said his No. 1 issue is human and child trafficking, followed by immigration. He said that these problems are all tied to the border, and that a plan to reform the entire system is needed.
U.S. House, District 7: Ruben Gallego cites climate change, Native issues as key
Incumbent Ruben Gallego gives Arizona’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic a C or C+ and worries about misinformation being spread by Russia this election season.
COVID-19 cases surging toward 1,000 a day, ASU expert warns
PHOENIX – Arizona is experiencing a surge in new COVID-19 cases that’s similar to what the state saw in mid-June, said Joshua LaBaer, director of ASU’s Biodesign Institute.
Dodgers host postseason drive-ins for fans during World Series games against Rays
LOS ANGELES – The Los Angeles Dodgers have opened the gates of Dodgers Stadium and their parking lot for fans to watch them play in the postseason in a socially distanced way of a drive-in watch party.
U.S. House, District 6: Independent Tom Lewellen says repairing Social Security, Medicare are top issues
Independent candidate Tom Lewellen, a technology industry executive and entrepreneur, says he hopes to attract disconnected voters as he vies for a seat representing the District 6 in the U.S. House of Representatives.
U.S. House, District 6: Hiral Tipirneni touts her health care experience, focuses on economic security
As a doctor, House District 6 candidate Dr. Hiral Tipirneni says she has an inside track when it comes to battling the coronavirus and providing affordable health care.
U.S. House, District 6: David Schweikert focused on border security, business taxes, slowing COVID-19
U.S. Rep. David Schweikert is seeking reelection to House District 6, with low taxes on businesses and border security among his top issues.
Virtual learning poses unique challenges for Arizona’s 148,000 students in special ed programs
PHOENIX – Arizona students in Individualized Education Programs are facing unique challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic, as are their parents and teachers.
U.S. House, District 5: Andy Biggs stands against abortion, gun control
U.S. House District 5 Incumbent Andy Biggs is pro-life, pro-border and anti-mask. In November, he seeks reelection to his third term in Congress.
U.S. House, District 5: Joan Greene faults COVID-19 response, touts health care as economic key
Joan Greene emphasized truth and science in her discussion about COVID-19, solutions for race relations and ways to bring the community together.
‘We help with loneliness’: Iranian American Society maintains sense of community online
The Iranian American Society of Arizona is working to provide physical and emotional comfort to members who are struggling to get through the COVID-19 pandemic – especially older people who now are more isolated.
