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Crisis Unfolds: Maricopa Advocate and Senator Clash Over Funding Fight for Disabled Kids

The Arizona State Capitol buzzed with activity today as advocates gathered for the annual Disability Day. This year’s event drew an unprecedented number of supporters, all...

‘Overdue’: Legislature passes ‘House Bill 347′ despite Dems’ opposition

Featured3 months ago

Legislature Pushes Through Controversial ‘House Bill 347’ Despite Democratic Resistance

Freshman state Rep. Chris Lopez, a Republican from Maricopa, has introduced House Bill 2557, aimed at securing funding for significant upgrades to State Route 347. After...

In Florence, Tortosa’s McCain goes on bizarre Maricopa tirade

Barry McCain3 months ago

In Florence, Tortosa’s McCain Launches Unhinged Rant Against Maricopa

During a recent Pinal County Board of Supervisors meeting, Supervisor Rich Vitiello found himself bewildered by a tirade from Barry McCain, a losing candidate for Maricopa’s...

Sen. Lauren Kuby speaks at an event in Tempe, Ariz. in this 2016 photo. [Gage Skidmore]

Arizona Senate3 months ago

Tempe Senator Shifts Stance on Controversial Pro-Maricopa Legislation

State Senator Lauren Kuby (D-Tempe) recently found herself at the center of a controversy regarding her vote on Senate Bill 1617, which seeks to accelerate funding...

City-operated ambulances one step closer to reality

9113 months ago

City-Run Ambulances: A Major Step Toward Reality

Maricopa is making strides toward enhancing its emergency response capabilities. The city council, in a recent session, approved a resolution backing the Maricopa Fire/Medical Department’s (MFMD)...

Members of the Arizona State Transportation Board sit on the dais in Surprise City Hall on Feb. 21, 2025. [Nancy Smith]

Arizona Department of Transportation3 months ago

Surprise Meeting Reveals One Key Barrier Keeping 347 Off ADOT’s Priority Plan

Members of the Arizona State Transportation Board convened at Surprise City Hall on February 21, 2025, to deliberate on upcoming projects for the Arizona Department of...

Councilmember AnnaMarie Knorr, Vice Mayor Henry Wade and Mayor Nancy Smith listen to a financial audit presentation from Heinfeld, Meech & Co. Audit Partner Christopher Heinfeld on Feb. 18, 2025. [Monica D. Spencer]

Bob Marsh3 months ago

Maricopa Joins Arizona Cities with Impressive ‘Clean’ Audit Results

In a recent city council meeting on February 18, 2025, Maricopa officials received a positive financial audit report from Heinfeld, Meech & Co. Audit Partner Christopher...

Photos of new Maricopa judges pro tempore Richard Platt, Angel Raymond and Kevin White over an interior image of the Maricopa Municipal Court. [Jeff Chew, submitted]

angel raymond3 months ago

City Welcomes Trio of Temporary Judges to Municipal Court

The Maricopa City Council has officially appointed three temporary judges to serve at the Maricopa Municipal Court. This decision, made yesterday, aims to ensure the court...

Councilmember AnnaMarie Knorr speaks during a Maricopa City Council meeting on Feb. 18, 2025. [City of Maricopa]

AnnaMarie Knorr3 months ago

City Council Halts Medical Campus Sale Amid Rare Tensions

During a Maricopa City Council meeting on February 18, 2025, members postponed a contentious land sale near Copper Sky, highlighting a rare moment of discord among...

City sells 4-plus acres by Sonoran Creek for $1.45M

Business3 months ago

City Cashes In: 4 Acres by Sonoran Creek Fetches $1.45M

Maricopa City Council has taken a significant step in local development by approving the sale of over 4 acres adjacent to Sonoran Creek Marketplace. The property...