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Maryvale precinct justice of the peace election 2024: Meet the candidates
Two candidates are competing to be justice of the peace in the Maryvale precinct. Francisco Javier Sobampo, who goes by Javier, is running against incumbent Andy Gastelum for the spot. They are both Democrats. Sobampo is an attorney and the managing director of the Sobampo Law Firm in Phoenix. He...
A Small Arizona Town Suddenly Became the #2 Worst Place to Live in the Entire State.
Arizona, known for its vibrant cities, stunning landscapes, and rich cultural heritage, is often associated with a high quality of life. However, a recent ranking has revealed that one small town in the state has plummeted to become the #2 worst place to live in Arizona. This sudden decline has raised concerns about the town’s safety, economic opportunities, and overall livability. In this blog post, we’ll explore the factors contributing to this dramatic shift and what it means for the town and its residents.
4 Major Arizona Counties Where People Are Leaving the Most
Recent data from the U.S. Census Bureau sheds light on population trends in Arizona, particularly in major counties where significant shifts are occurring. This article delves into the demographic changes in four key Arizona counties that are experiencing notable population declines. Maricopa County. Maricopa County, home to Phoenix, has been...
Republican who 'would lynch' elections official casts AZ’s delegate votes for Trump
The state GOP activist who cast Arizona’s roll call votes to nominate former President Donald Trump on Monday at the Republican National Convention recently landed in hot water for saying she “would lynch” a Maricopa County election official. Shelby Busch, the chair of Arizona's delegation to the...
Monsoon storms might cause this pest to breed in your yard. What to know
As monsoon season brings Arizonans heavy storms, it can also give homeowners a mosquito breeding ground in their backyard. With their potential to carry and transfer diseases, the pests may be more than a simple nuisance. In Arizona, the primary disease carried by mosquitoes is the West Nile Virus, Maricopa County epizoologist Melissa Kretschmer said. ...
Man records phone call with schemer claiming to be Maricopa County Sheriff's Deputy: 'He almost had me'
MARICOPA COUNTY, Ariz. - A Phoenix man recorded the entire phone conversation with a schemer claiming to be a Maricopa County Sheriff's Deputy asking for money to avoid jail time for not attending jury duty. The caller starts off by saying he missed his jury duty date, and that he...
2024 Primary Election - Deadlines & In-Person Voting
July 19, 2024: Deadline to register for the Active Early Voting list and the start of in-person voting. July 30, 2024: Primary Election Day. Town Council Chambers (33 Easy Street) - View the schedule below. For a complete list of voting locations, visit Maricopa County Elections webpage. What to Bring:...
Phoenix Rescue Mission saves 188 people so far this summer from dangerous Valley heat
Since the start of its annual Code:Red Heat Relief Campaign on May 1, Phoenix Rescue Mission, a Christ-centered nonprofit providing transformative resources and solutions to those in need throughout Maricopa County, has successfully rescued 188 unhoused individuals from the life-threatening triple-digit temperatures in the Valley of the Sun. The mission's...
2 teens face multiple felony charges over explosion on front porch of Mesa home
Amid rising apprehension over juvenile crime, the Maricopa County Attorney's Office is pursuing felony charges against two teenagers accused of destroying the entryway of a Mesa home with an explosive device. “We understand that these are young individuals, but the job of the County Attorney's Office is to uphold the...
Phoenix Rescue Mission provides support to unsheltered persons in high-heat summer
PHOENIX — Phoenix Rescue Mission is continuing its Code: Red Heat Relief Campaign through August 31. Corrine Stewart with Phoenix Rescue Mission has been working with homeless individuals in Maricopa County this summer to help them find permanent and temporary housing as well as get access to recovery programs.
Former Maricopa County Sheriff Joe Arpaio 'sad, angry' at Trump assassination attempt
PHOENIX — Former Maricopa County Sheriff Joe Arpaio told 12News he's emotional over the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump in an exclusive interview. "Sad and angry," Arpaio said. "I've been in law enforcement what 58 years. I've seen everything, but I'm a little emotional to this situation."
Republican official behind 'lynching' comment casts Arizona GOP's vote for Donald Trump
Note: An earlier version of this column said Shelby Bush was referring to state Rep. Justin Hiatt as a "good Christian man" deserving of support for Maricopa County recorder. She apparently was referring to Don Hiatt. And the honor of casting Arizona’s 43 votes in Monday’s roll call of delegates to...
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