University students will have one fewer fee in AZ

The Arizona Board of Regents voted Monday to suspend collection of a fee on all university students.

Judges to hear arguments on partial sweep of fund for homeowners

A three-judge panel is set to hear arguments on whether the state legislature had the right to take money out of a fund for struggling homeowners.

City of Glendale warns of drastic budget cuts

The City of Glendale is threatening up to 20 million dollars in cuts if voters approve a ballot initiative that would roll back a tax hike. 

City of Phoenix golf courses face budget deficit

Phoenix’s city golf courses are in a serious financial hole, according to a new study. There are several possible solutions, and the city is looking for the public’s input. 

Phoenix receives federal funding to hire more firefighters

The city of Phoenix is getting $4.4 million dollars from the federal government to hire 28 firefighters. 

Lawsuit filed to stop transfer of mortgage settlement money

Housing advocates filed a lawsuit Thursday in Maricopa County Superior Court. They want a judge to stop the state from taking $50 million from a mortgage settlement to help balance the budget. From Phoenix, KJZZ’s Mark Brodie reports.

Glendale coucil to vote on raising taxes, fees

The Glendale City Council will vote Monday night on how to close a $35 million shortfall in next year’s budget.

Legislative close brings new budget plan, plenty of critics

Arizona Senate President Steve Pierce, Senate Minority Leader Dave Schapira, political consultant Bob Grossfeld, and political consultant Barrett Marson talk about the most recent legislative session. They touch on the budget, education, redistricting, and various bills.

Arizona legislative session approaches its end

Arizona Representative John Kavanagh talks about finalizing the state budget and how close this year's legislative session is to closing.

Lawsuit threatened over AZ budget sweep

State lawmakers have not yet started voting on the new state budget…but there’s already a threatened lawsuit over one of its provisions. From Phoenix, KJZZ’s Mark Brodie reports.

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