Bill proposed to ban bargaining with public employee unions

State senator Rick Murphy explains why he supports bills that make it illegal for government agencies to collectively bargain with employee groups. Sheri Van Horsen, president of the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees explains why she thinks this legislation is bad for Arizona.

Senator David Schapira running for Congressional District 9

State Senate Minority Leader David Schapira is one of the candidates running for the newly formed 9th Congressional District. He explains why he makes an excellent candidate for Congress.

Congressman David Schweikert talks politics

Congressman David Schweikert (R-AZ) gives his opinion on the State of the Union address and redistricting in Arizona.

Fewer Homes for Sale on the Valley Market

The Valley’s housing market is once again becoming a good one for homesellers.

Valley Housing Market Riding Out the Worst Foreclosure Wave

The latest figures show the number of home foreclosures in Valley continues to go down, and analysts say the area has been able to ride out the worst wave.

Light Flu Season in Arizona So Far

The State Department of Health Services says Arizona’s flu season continues to be relatively mild.

The Wright Way of Building

A designer ahead of his time, Frank Lloyd Wright left his mark across the valley. Even after his death he continues to be a prominent figure in the architecture and city planning that shapes Arizona.

Moving Forward With Medical Marijuana

Director of the Arizona Department of Health Services Will Humble talks about moving forward with Arizona’s Medical Marijuana Program. He explains possible roadblocks and an estimated timeline for opening dispensaries.

Is Real Estate Looking Up?

Real estate experts Mike Orr, creator of the Cromford Report, and John Wake of the website Real Estate Notebook talk about improvements they’ve seen in Arizona’s housing market…and the state finally recovering from the popped bubble.

Running for Senate

Former U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Richard Carmona is running for the open U.S. Senate seat this year. Carmona hopes to solve problems so that the government serves the people.

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