AZ Capitol Times (State Affairs Arizona)

Arizona has one of the nation’s most closely divided state legislatures, with Republicans holding narrow majorities in both chambers. azcapitoltimes.com/news/2026/07/2…

Housing interests were some of the biggest players in Arizona’s primary elections, spending heavily in statewide and legislative races as the industry hopes to shape affordability and development policies in the coming years. azcapitoltimes.com/news/2026/07/2…

Arizona’s primary voters have picked the candidates they want to see on the ballot in November. Now the top-of-the-ticket contenders have decisions of their own: choosing who should become the state’s first lieutenant governor. azcapitoltimes.com/news/2026/07/2…

The stage is finally set for Congressman Andy Biggs to take on Gov. Katie Hobbs in November after he sailed through the Republican primary on July 21. azcapitoltimes.com/news/2026/07/2…

At least seven governors have banned state employees from using insider information to place bets, as questions around ethics and insider trading continue to hound prediction market operators. azcapitoltimes.com/news/2026/07/2…

🏆 Nominations Are Now Open for the 2026 Women Achievers of Arizona Awards Do you know an exceptional woman whose leadership, service, innovation and dedication are making a meaningful impact across Arizona? Arizona Capitol Times and State Affairs invite nominations for the 2026 Women Achievers of Arizona Awards, honoring women who are strengthening communities, advancing industries and helping shape the future of our state. Nominees may come from any sector, including: • Business • Government • Education • Health Care • Nonprofits • Law • Public Service • The Arts 📅 Nominations close Friday, Aug. 7, 2026. Honorees will be recognized at the Women Achievers of Arizona Luncheon on Oct. 8, 2026, at the Arizona Biltmore in Phoenix. Submit your nomination today: azcapitoltimes.com/news/2026/06/2… Self-nominations are welcome. Women Achievers of Arizona is presented by Arizona Capitol Times, celebrating 120 years, and State Affairs. #WomenAchieversAZ #ArizonaLeadership #ArizonaWomen #StateAffairs #AZCapitolTimes #AZCT120

A national conservative organization known for suing to obtain public records wants to know how much Gov. Katie Hobbs spent to inform Arizonans of their legal rights if they are stopped by immigration agents. azcapitoltimes.com/news/2026/07/2…

Arizona Capitol Times and State Affairs are proud to announce that nominations are now open for the 2026 Women Achievers of Arizona Awards. This special gathering honors the remarkable women who continue to shape Arizona through leadership, innovation and service. The Arizona Women Achievers Woman of the Year Award recognizes an exceptional woman whose vision, leadership and service have made a profound impact on her profession, industry orcommunity. She is a trailblazer, a changemaker and an inspiration whose influence extends far beyond her own accomplishments. azcapitoltimes.com/event/women-ac…

Several key legislative primaries remained undecided Tuesday night as candidates in competitive districts vied for spots on the November ballot that will decide the Arizona Legislature’s balance of power. azcapitoltimes.com/news/2026/07/2…

Republican candidates for statewide office were mostly locked in races that were too close to call on Tuesday night, with one incumbent currently trailing. azcapitoltimes.com/news/2026/07/2…

Congressman Andy Biggs emerged as one of the big winners Tuesday night as Arizona Republicans chose nominees to face Democratic Gov. Katie Hobbs and Attorney General Kris Mayes in November. azcapitoltimes.com/news/2026/07/2…

The midterm elections represent the first major test of a raft of state laws passed in recent years to police the use of artificial intelligence in campaign materials. azcapitoltimes.com/news/2026/07/2…

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Do you know a woman making an impact in Arizona's tech industry? From semiconductor manufacturing to AI infrastructure and beyond, women across our state are shaping the future of technology. Nominate her today for a Women Achiever Award and help recognize the innovators driving Arizona forward. azcapitoltimes.com/news/2026/06/2…

Polling stations are open from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. And many counties use vote centers, allowing voters to cast a ballot at any participating location within their county. For more information, voters can check their county elections website. azcapitoltimes.com/news/2026/07/2…

After four decades of advocacy, she has cemented herself as the foremost advocate for the incarcerated and thorn in the side of carceral agencies across the state. Donna Hamm became the voice for Arizona prisoners when they had none. azcapitoltimes.com/news/2026/07/2…

A company that runs mobile home parks throughout the United States is backing Senate President Warren Petersen to be the next Arizona attorney general after running afoul of the current officeholder.. azcapitoltimes.com/news/2026/07/2…

While nominations are still open for this year, check out our 2025 winnners for Women Achievers! For decades, Women Achievers has recognized exceptional women whose leadership, service, innovation and dedication have made a meaningful impact on Arizona’s communities, industries and public life. Make a nomination today! azcapitoltimes.com/news/2025/09/2…

For Ben Henderson, the state budget process is like a game of chess — that is, if you replace the board with a pile of spreadsheets and the pieces with lawmakers, state agency directors and the governor. azcapitoltimes.com/news/2026/07/1…

Arizona’s voting sites will have plenty of eyes on them this election season, including poll monitors from political parties, the U.S. Department of Justice, congressional monitors and perhaps more. azcapitoltimes.com/news/2026/07/1…