Arizona business leader hopeful as U.S., Mexico agree on NAFTA update

WASHINGTON - Few details were released, but one Arizona business leader said the mere fact that the U.S. and Mexico unveiled a trade agreement Monday should "calm concerns" over the future of NAFTA after President Donald Trump and Mexican President Enrique Peña Nieto announced a tentative deal.


Sen. John McCain says farewell

Sen. John McCain wrote a farewell letter to “my fellow Americans” and “especially Arizonans,” thanking them for the privilege of serving them, expressing his love for the country and voicing his hope that citizens’ love of country will triumph over “challenging times.”


Joe Biden, McCain children, Larry Fitzgerald to speak at senator’s Arizona memorial

Former Vice President Joe Biden, a longtime friend and colleague, will speak at the Arizona memorial service for Sen. John McCain. Arizona residents also will be able to say goodbye at a Wednesday viewing in the Capitol rotunda.


Record turnout of 1 million voters expected in Tuesday’s primary election

State officials say that nearly 3 out of 4 of those expected to vote in the Aug. 28 primary have already cast early returns. State and Maricopa County officials said for the equipment has been checked and is secure for those who vote in person.


Experts say Ducey faces ‘unenviable’ task in picking McCain replacement

WASHINGTON - Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey has steadfastly refused to discuss a replacement for Sen. John McCain until after the senator's funeral, but political consultants say the governor faces an "unenviable" task when he does name an appointee.


In the sports arena, John McCain also packed a punch

John McCain had a large impact on the Arizona sports community, but the senator's reach in the sports arena was felt around the country.


Sen. McCain to lie in state at Arizona Capitol on Wednesday; mourners continue to pay respects

As Arizonans continued to mourn Sunday, Gov. Doug Ducey said Sen. John McCain will lie in state at the state Capitol on Wednesday, which is McCain's birthday.


Sen. John McCain leaves long legacy, empty Senate seat

Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey will appoint Sen. John McCain’s successor, and the law states that replacement must be the same party as McCain, who was a Republican.


‘You are not forgotten’: Arizona residents honor John McCain

PHOENIX – Across Arizona, as a the sun set on a motorcade carrying the body of Sen. John McCain, others honored him in words and in actions.


‘We are a better, stronger country because of him’: Political leaders reflect on Sen. John McCain

National and Arizona political leaders from President Donald Trump to former President Barack Obama, Sen. Jeff Flake to Rep. Andy Biggs shared condolences and memories on the death of Sen. John McCain.


Sen. John McCain dies one year after brain cancer diagnosis, leaves legacy of leadership

Arizona senator who went from defiant prisoner of war to straight-talking Republican presidential candidate and conservative ideologist died Saturday at 81.


McCain discontinues cancer treatment, a year after diagnosis

WASHINGTON - Sen. John McCain has discontinued treatment for the deadly brain cancer he has been living with since last summer, his family announced Friday., more than a year after he announced his diagnosis with glioblastoma.