Democrats make gains in Arizona legislature, but still minority

Democrats will still be in the minority when the state legislature comes back into session in January, but they appear to have picked up some seats in both the Arizona House and Senate.

Listen to KJZZ's Election Night coverage

KJZZ provided special live coverage of Election Night on Tuesday evening.

AP: Arizona Election Updates

PHOENIX (Associated Press) — Arizonans on Tuesday voted for Mitt Romney in a state that has a long history of supporting Republican presidential candidates.

AP: National Election Updates

WASHINGTON (Associated Press) — President Barack Obama won re-election Tuesday night despite a fierce challenge from Republican Mitt Romney, prevailing in the face of a weak economy and high unempl

Arpaio campaign attacks Dem candidate for sheriff

After weeks of commercials painting a softer picture of “America’s Toughest Sheriff,” Joe Arpaio has gone on the offensive. The new ad makes issue of an incident in his opponent’s past. 

Arizona Secretary of State accuses nine people of double voting in 2008

Arizona’s Secretary of State marked National Voter Registration Day on Tuesday by announcing outreach efforts and alleged voter fraud. 

Parker resigns from PV Town Council

The Republican candidate for Arizona’s new congressional district has resigned his town council seat. 

Glendale sales tax issue will be on the ballot

Glendale residents will get a chance vote on a sales tax initiative in November.

Pinal County Sheriff cleared of abuse of power charges

Pinal County Sheriff Paul Babeu has been cleared in an investigation into whether he abused his authority. Earlier this year, Sheriff Babeu’s former boyfriend Jose Orozco revealed Babeu is gay and claimed Babeu threatened him with deportation. 

Arizona Legislature primary races shake out

The Arizona Legislature saw a number of competitive races in Tuesday’s primary election.

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