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WASHINGTON — Spikes in energy prices caused by the U.S.-Israeli war in Iran drove up inflation for Americans in March, according to the latest consumer price index figures released Friday. Costs jumped 0.9% in March compared to the previous month — that’s up from the 0.3% increase in February. Prices for all items together, including food, […]
Three Democratic members of Congress said they were horrified that immigrants were being stuffed into holding cells “like sardines” at a Mesa Immigration and Customs Enforcement holding facility they showed up to without warning on Thursday night. The visit came in the wake of the Arizona Mirror’s reporting on Thursday detailing how the Arizona Removal […]
A Latino and immigrant rights group is suing the Republican leaders of the Arizona Senate and House of Representatives, accusing them of violating the constitutional rights of multiple people who were banned from visiting the state legislature for protesting. Living United for Change in Arizona filed a lawsuit in federal court last week against Senate […]
WASHINGTON — First lady Melania Trump said Thursday she was “never involved in any capacity” with the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein and that “baseless lies” about her are being circulated. In a rare solo statement livestreamed on the White House website, Melania Trump also called for a congressional hearing featuring the women who have shared […]
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump’s threats to destroy power plants and bridges in Iran before saying he was prepared for a “whole civilization” to die have renewed questions about what constitutes an illegal order and what, if any, repercussions officials could face for committing war crimes. The issue originally surged to the forefront last year […]
Millions of women could face new challenges to voting under President Donald Trump’s SAVE America Act, which would require voters to prove their citizenship before casting a ballot. The federal legislation would mandate that most Americans show a birth certificate or passport to register to vote. But people with names that don’t match their birth […]
Incumbent: David Ortega
The Scottsdale Municipal Election on March 2, 2027, will determine the composition of the Scottsdale City Council, with multiple seats up for election. Voters will select candidates to represent their districts and shape local policy on issues such as development, public safety, and infrastructure.
The Gilbert Municipal Election on March 2, 2027, will determine the composition of the Gilbert Town Council in Arizona. Voters will elect council members to serve four-year terms, with seats potentially contested across multiple districts or at-large positions depending on the ward structure in place.
The Maricopa County County Commissioner Election 2026 is a local election to choose members of the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors. The board governs one of the largest counties in the U.S., overseeing public health, transportation, elections, and regional planning for Maricopa County, which includes Phoenix and surrounding cities. This election matters because supervisors control billions in public spending and make decisions on issues like water management, public safety, and economic development that affect millions of residents.
The Pima County County Commissioner Election 2026 is a local election for the Pima County Board of Supervisors. Commissioners set county policy, approve budgets, and oversee departments managing public health, infrastructure, and elections for Pima County, which includes Tucson. This election matters because board decisions influence critical services like healthcare access, road maintenance, and public safety for over one million residents in the Tucson metropolitan area.
The Pinal County County Commissioner Election 2026 is a local election to elect members of the Pinal County Board of Supervisors. The board oversees county services including law enforcement, public health, transportation, and land use planning across Pinal County. This election matters because these officials make policy decisions that impact residents in communities from Apache Junction to Florence, affecting everything from road maintenance to emergency services.
The Yavapai County County Commissioner Election 2026 is a local election for seats on the Yavapai County Board of Supervisors. The board manages county government functions such as budget approval, public works, and community services for Yavapai County. This election matters because commissioners make decisions on issues like economic development, public safety, and infrastructure that directly affect residents in Prescott and surrounding areas.
The Coconino County County Commissioner Election 2026 is a local election to elect members of the Coconino County Board of Supervisors. Commissioners oversee county operations, budget, and services including public health, infrastructure, and land use planning for Coconino County. This election matters because these officials make decisions that affect residents in areas like Flagstaff and the Grand Canyon region, influencing everything from road maintenance to environmental policy.
The 2026 Phoenix School Board Election is a local city-level contest to determine members of the school board. This election is critical for establishing the direction of local public education policies.
The Tucson School Board Election 2026 is a local election where voters choose members of the Tucson Unified School District Governing Board. The board sets educational policy, approves budgets, and oversees the superintendent for schools serving Tucson. This election matters because school board decisions impact classroom resources, student achievement, and equity across the district’s schools.
The Tempe School Board Election 2026 is a local election for the Tempe Elementary School District and Tempe Union High School District governing boards. Elected members make key decisions about school budgets, educational programs, and personnel that affect local schools. This election matters because it determines leadership that shapes the educational experience and opportunities for students in Tempe.
The Flagstaff School Board Election 2026 is a local election to select members of the Flagstaff Unified School District governing board. Board members oversee educational policies, budget decisions, and superintendent appointments for schools in Flagstaff. This election matters because school board decisions directly affect the quality of education, curriculum, and resources available to thousands of students in the Flagstaff area.
Maricopa County County Sheriff Election 2026 is a county-level election for the position of Sheriff in Maricopa County, Arizona. Voters will elect the chief law enforcement officer responsible for overseeing the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office, which handles county jails, court security, and patrol services in unincorporated areas. This election is significant for public safety and law enforcement direction in the county.
Incumbent: Martin Heinrich
The Arizona Senate General Election of 2026 will determine who serves as Arizona's next U.S. Senator in the 119th Congress. The race is contested between major party candidates seeking to fill the seat currently held by Senator Kyrsten Sinema, who is not running for re-election.
Incumbent: Raul Grijalva
The Arizona U.S. House General Election on November 3, 2026, will determine the winners for all nine congressional districts in Arizona. Voters will elect representatives to serve in the 119th United States Congress, with each district race appearing on the general election ballot.
Incumbent: Katie Hobbs
The Arizona Governor General Election on November 3, 2026, will determine the state's chief executive for a four-year term beginning in January 2027. The incumbent governor, a Republican, is seeking re-election against a Democratic challenger and potential third-party candidates in a race focused on border security, water policy, and economic growth.
Incumbent: Mark Brnovich
The Arizona Attorney General General Election of 2026 will determine who serves as the state's chief legal officer and head of the Arizona Attorney General's Office. The incumbent Republican Attorney General is running for re-election against a Democratic challenger in a contested race that will shape Arizona's legal priorities, including consumer protection, criminal justice, and immigration enforcement.
Incumbent: Athena Salman
The Arizona State Legislature General Election on November 3, 2026, will determine the composition of both the Arizona State Senate and the Arizona House of Representatives. All 30 Senate seats and 60 House seats are up for election, with members serving two-year terms in the House and staggered four-year terms in the Senate.
Incumbent: Bill Gates
The Maricopa County Board of Supervisors Districts 1, 3, and 5 general election will be held on November 3, 2026, as part of the statewide elections in Arizona. Voters in these districts will elect three county supervisors to serve four-year terms overseeing county operations, budget, and policy decisions affecting over 4 million residents.
Incumbent: Sharon Bronson
The Pima County Board of Supervisors election for Districts 1, 3, and 5 will be held on November 3, 2026, to elect three county supervisors who serve four-year terms. These supervisors oversee county operations including budget approval, public safety, land use, and health services for Pima County, Arizona’s second-most populous county.
The Phoenix Union High School District Governing Board Election on November 3, 2026, will determine the members of the governing board responsible for overseeing the district’s educational policies, budget, and superintendent in Phoenix, Arizona. This is a nonpartisan city-level school board election where voters will elect candidates to serve four-year terms.
Incumbent: Ravi Grivois-Shah
The Tucson Unified School District Governing Board Election on November 3, 2026, will elect two members to the five-member board that oversees Arizona’s second-largest school district. The board sets policy, approves the budget, and hires the superintendent for TUSD, which serves over 40,000 students across Tucson.
The Mesa Public Schools Governing Board Election is a municipal election held on November 3, 2026, to fill seats on the governing board of Mesa Public Schools, Arizona's largest school district. Voters will elect members responsible for setting district policy, approving budgets, and overseeing the superintendent.
The Chandler Unified School District Governing Board Election on November 3, 2026, in Arizona will elect members to the district's governing board, which oversees public education policy, budget approval, and superintendent oversight for one of the state's largest school districts. This nonpartisan election determines leadership for Chandler USD, serving over 45,000 students across Chandler, Gilbert, and Queen Creek.
The Gilbert Public Schools Governing Board Election on November 3, 2026, will determine the composition of the governing board for Gilbert Public Schools in Maricopa County, Arizona. Three seats are up for election, with candidates running non-partisan races to set district policy, oversee the superintendent, and approve budgets affecting over 30,000 students.
Incumbent: Ben Ray Luján
The Arizona Senate Primary Election on August 25, 2026, is a federal primary contest in which voters will select nominees for the United States Senate seat currently held by incumbent Senator Kyrsten Sinema. This primary determines which candidates from each party will advance to the general election in November 2026 to compete for Arizona's Class I Senate seat.
