Hunter Biden found guilty; Glendale man survives head-first fall in Europe | Morning News Brief
The son of President Joe Biden has been found guilty in his gun case; a story of survival from an Arizonan who was traveling in Europe, and more – here's a look at some of the top stories on FOX10Phoenix.com for the morning of June 11.
Gov. Katie Hobbs to appeal Arizona court ruling on agency appointments
Days after an Arizona court ruled that directors with 13 state agencies cannot be appointed without Senate confirmation, Governor Katie Hobbs has announced she will appeal the ruling. The governor appointed 'Executive Deputy Directors' to these agencies after she withdrew their nominations in 2023, citing political theater in the state legislature.
Slain Gila River police officer laid to rest; Pinal Co. crash kills plane pilot | Nightly Roundup
From a memorial service for a Gila River police officer who died while on duty to a deadly plane crash in Pinal County, here's a look at some of our top stories.
AZ Governor Katie Hobbs accused in alleged 'pay-for-play' scheme involving group home operator
The Arizona Attorney General's Office is investigating ties between Governor Katie Hobbs and the operator of a group home for foster kids, amid reports that the firm made donations to the governor's inauguration fund and the Arizona Democratic Party before getting a large rate hike from the state.
Gov. Hobbs' ties with group home firm under investigation; new mugshot for Chad Daybell | Nightly Roundup
From an investigation involving Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs' ties with a group home operator within Arizona to a new mugshot of Chad Daybell, here's a look at some of our top stories.
Gov. Hobbs must submit director nominees to Senate
A Maricopa County Superior Court judge has ordered Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs to submit nominees for 13 state agencies to the state Senate for approval.
Arizona Senate advances proposed ballot measure to let local police make border-crossing arrests
The Arizona Senate approved a proposed ballot measure that would ask voters in November to make it a state crime for noncitizens to enter the state through Mexico at any location other than a port of entry.
What to know about Arizona's new casitas law
A recent ASU study found Arizona is short 270,000 homes. A new law aims to solve that problem, but some are skeptical about what it means.
Gov. Hobbs signs executive order on contraception
Governor Katie Hobbs is protecting access to birth control by signing a new executive order, which makes over-the-counter birth control free for state employees. Hobbs also ordered Arizona's Medicaid program to look at ways to expand access to contraceptives for its members. Hobbs says the order is necessary due to uncertainty about abortion in Arizona.
Rally against 'Secure the Border Act' at Arizona State Capitol
A rally against the Secure the Border Act took place in front of the Capital on Saturday. While Republicans are working to put the measure in front of voters during the November elections, protesters say the bill is racist and unconstitutional.
AZ GOP lawmakers work to get HCR 2060, an illegal immigration bill, on November ballot
A controversial immigration bill is making its way through Arizona's capitol. Republicans want the issue to go to the November ballot, which would side-step a likely veto by Governor Katie Hobbs.
Abortion in Arizona: Gov. Hobbs signs bill repealing near-total ban
Arizona is waving goodbye to a Civil War-era ban on nearly all abortions. Hobbs says the repeal, which she signed on Thursday, is just the beginning of a fight to protect reproductive healthcare in Arizona.
Abortion in AZ: Gov. Hobbs signs ban repeal bill
A chapter in the battle over abortion in Arizona has come to an end, as Governor Katie Hobbs signed a bill that repeals a near-total ban on the procedure in Arizona. The now-repealed ban can trace its roots back to the 1860s, before Arizona was even a state.
Man arrested in fiery Phoenix crash; Hobbs to sign repeal of near-total abortion ban l Morning News Brief
A suspect has been arrested in connection to a fiery crash in west Phoenix, Governor Katie Hobbs is expected to sign the repeal of a near-total abortion ban, a driver has been charged in a crash that killed a Tucson Police officer, and more – here's a look at some of the top stories on FOX10Phoenix.com for the morning of May 2.
Abortion in Arizona: Gov. Hobbs to sign repeal of near-total ban
Arizona is waving goodbye to a Civil War-era ban of nearly all abortions as a repeal bill reaches the desk of Democratic Gov. Katie Hobbs.
Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs sets state veto record
With 13 vetoes this week, Arizona governor Katie Hobbs set the new record for most vetoes by a governor in our state's history.
Gov. Hobbs vetoes Ten Commandments classroom bill
Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs vetoed two Republican-backed education bills. SB 1151 would have allowed the Ten Commandments to be displayed and read in classrooms. Critics say it imposes religion upon students, while supporters say they're important values to teach to children. SB 1097 would have required candidates for Arizona's school boards to run with party designations.
Shouts of 'Shame! Shame!' erupt in Arizona House as fight over abortion ban engulfs lawmakers
The Arizona Legislature devolved into shouts of “Shame! Shame!" as Republican lawmakers quickly shut down discussion on a proposed repeal of the state's newly revived 1864 law that criminalizes abortion throughout pregnancy unless a woman’s life is at risk.
Gov. Hobbs on AZ Supreme Court abortion ruling
Governor Katie Hobbs speaks about the Arizona Supreme Court ruling on April 9 that the state can enforce its long-dormant law criminalizing all abortions except when a mother's life is at stake.
Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs approves minimum prison sentences for fentanyl traffickers
Legislation targeting fentanyl dealers was signed into law as Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs announced the bill signing on Wednesday.