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Local protests planned as U.S. Supreme Court prepares for SB 1070 arguments

The U.S. Supreme Court will hear oral arguments April 25 on Arizona’s illegal immigration enforcement law. To mark the occasion, immigrant-rights activists are planning to protest the law in Phoenix.

New legislative gifts law makes only minor restrictions

State lawmakers are apparently not ready yet to give up freebies.

Minorities to become the majority for Democratic caucus in U.S. House

The Democratic caucus of the U. S. House of Representatives is set to make history after the 2012 elections.

DOJ: Can't trust communication with MCSO, will likely end up in court

It looks like the Department of Justice is going ahead with plans to sue Maricopa County Sheriff Joe Arpaio over alleged civil rights violations.

State to begin accepting medical marijuana dispensary applications

The State of Arizona has announced it will start accepting applications for medical marijuana dispensaries May 14.

Thomas rails against 'corrupt judiciary' in disputing disbarment

Former Maricopa County Attorney Andrew Thomas says it was a political witch hunt that led to his disbarment.

Patterson resigns before House expulsion vote

State Representative Daniel Patterson has resigned from the Arizona House of Representatives. That word came shortly before the house was scheduled to vote to expel him.

County Supervisor on Thomas: 'Justice has been served'

Former Maricopa County Attorney Andrew Thomas is expected to speak today, following his disbarment yesterday.

Attorney who filed ethics complaint against Thomas: 'I believe in the law'

Former Maricopa County Attorney Andrew Thomas will learn today if he’s disbarred.

Former Maricopa County Attorney Andrew Thomas disbarred for ethics violations

Former Maricopa County Attorney Andrew Thomas and his former deputy Lisa Aubuchon were disbarred by the Arizona Supreme Court Disciplinary Panel for violations of ethics rules and misuse of power.