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Inside the private pressure campaign to force hand-counting of Arizona ballots
Votebeat is a nonprofit news organization reporting on voting access and election administration across the U.S. Sign up for Votebeat Arizona’s free newsletter here.Republican lawmakers in Arizona privately pressured county leaders across the state to count ballots by hand instead of using machines, according to previously unreported text messages.The messages, obtained by Votebeat through public record requests, are a window into how state lawmakers are trying to leverage relationships with Republican county supervisors — who decide how to count ballots in their counties — to promote a practice that state officials have repeatedly said would be illegal.And it highlights how...
AZ Briefing: See how much Valley mayors, city council make; Meeting gets ugly after ‘Goons’ reference; Metro Phoenix restaurant inspections
Good morning, Arizona. Here's what our reporters are working on and what you should know before you start your day. Is being an elected official in Arizona worth the pay? It varies, depending on the city. Ever wondered how much your mayor and city council get paid? See the salaries of elected officials in...
Diamondbacks draft son of 6-time MLB All-Star Kevin Brown, Dawson
Day 3 of the MLB Draft on Tuesday was a big day for the sons of former MLB stars, and the Arizona Diamondbacks were involved with the selection of Georgia Tech pitcher Dawson Brown. Brown, a right-handed reliever for the Yellow Jackets, is the son of six-time MLB All-Star and...
New research tracking heat exposure in Phoenix-area mobile homes
PHOENIX (AZFamily) — DeAnna Mireau is passionate about her advocacy work. She is the president of the Arizona Association of Manufactured Home Owners and knows firsthand the impact of the extreme heat on people who live in mobile homes. That is why she is taking part in various studies...
Arizona high school football 2024 preview: The Republic's Top 10 linebackers
As we continue to feature the defensive side of the ball for the 2024 Arizona high school football season, it's time to rate the second layer. The linebackers. There are plenty of game-changers at that position in this state. Coaches provided input for these rankings. The Arizona Republic's Top 10 linebackers ...
Typical metro Phoenix homebuyers need $186,000 down payment, Zillow says
A metro Phoenix household earning the median income needs a 40% down payment to afford a home purchase, according to Zillow. That's because higher home prices and interest rates have outpaced income gains. Zillow's median household income for Phoenix was about $91,300. ...
Marriot in Prescott Valley Breaks Ground
Last week, TownePlace Suites by Marriott in Prescott Valley broke ground. In just 16-18 months, Prescott Valley will be opening its first upscale, extended-stay, limited-service hotel. The location of the Marriott is at the northeast corner of Main Street and Florentine Road, adjacent to the Findlay Toyota Center. The hotel’s location is prime for a walk to events, restaurants, shopping, and more.
Free pet adoptions through July 21 at AAWL
Now through Sunday, July 21, families in the Valley can adopt a furry friend at no cost at the Arizona Animal Welfare League (AAWL). The local rescue will waive adoption fees on all pets over a year old at both its main shelter, located in Phoenix at 25 N. 40th St., and at its Chandler Adoption Center, located inside the Chandler Fashion Center on the second floor, at 3111 W. Chandler Blvd.
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