Maricopa County prosecutor takes center stage in questioning of Ford
WASHINGTON - Maricopa County prosecutor Rachel Mitchell took center stage at the Senate Judiciary Committee, gently probing a "terrified" Christine Blasey Ford about her charge that she was sexually assaulted by Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh when they were both teens.
Protesters for, against Kavanaugh stage spirited, largely civil rallies
WASHINGTON - While senators heard the conflicting stories of Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh and accuser Christine Blasey Ford, hundreds of anti-Kavanaugh protesters and a smaller number of supporters rallied outside the hearing for hours of spirited, but mostly civil, debate.
Testimony in Kavanaugh hearing was must-see TV, ASU professors say
TEMPE – Two ASU professors joined the large audience turning to their televisions for Kavanaugh’s hearing Thursday.
Flake calls for civility, open minds at hearing for Kavanaugh, Ford
WASHINGTON - Arizona Sen. Jeff Flake said he has not made up his mind on allegations of sexual assault by Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh, and he urged fellow senators to keep open minds when Kavanaugh and one of his accusers testify Thursday.
Arizona prosecutor assisting with Kavanaugh hearing faces enormous political pressure
PHOENIX – Maricopa County prosecutor Rachel Mitchell will help question Dr. Christine Blasey Ford and Judge Brett Kavanaugh in a Thursday hearing in Washington.
City Council votes to continue south Phoenix light-rail extension
PHOENIX – The Phoenix City Council approves Valley Metro's plans as is will move forward with the light rail expansion in Phoenix in the next four years.
Report: Aging legislatures overlooking concerns of younger voters
WASHINGTON - Legislators in Arizona and across the country are far older than their constituents, and issues important to young people are taking a backseat at state and national levels as a result, according to a report released Tuesday.
Interior secretary’s Grand Canyon visit highlights need for funds to fix infrastructure
GRAND CANYON VILLAGE – Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke visited Grand Canyon National Park Saturday to bring attention to a multi-billion dollar maintenance backlog at National Parks.
Ducey, Garcia clash over education, border security in first televised debate
PHOENIX – Incumbent Gov. Doug Ducey and Democratic rival David Garcia clashed Monday night over education and border security during a live, televised debate on Arizona PBS.
New Trump plan would restrict green cards for immigrants who use public funds
PHOENIX – After the Trump administration announced potential new rules on public assistance for legal immigrants, lawyers and advocacy groups are advising immigrant families to seek legal counsel.
Reading the tea leaves: Political pollster explains what to look for
PHOENIX – Arizona’s midterm voter polling numbers show Gov. Ducey and David Garcia are in a close race. Voters should use caution when using polls to interpret the upcoming election.
Fontes labels primary elections a ‘success,’ discusses plan for improvements in November
PHOENIX – After several polling issues during the primary election in August, the Maricopa County Elections Department is setting plans in place for the general election to ensure a smoother experience.
