Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs Signs Bipartisan Budget Bill, Advocates for First Responders' Mental Health
Governor Katie Hobbs signed multiple bills, including Arizona's 2024-2025 budget and mental health support legislation for first responders, but vetoed others concerning explicit materials in schools and psilocybin services.
Avondale Police Deploy Speed Safety Cameras to Curb Speeding, Fines to Take Effect in June
Avondale Police Department has updated locations of speed safety cameras to deter speeding, with enforcement starting June with fines from $185 for violators. The initiative focuses on road safety around Van Buren St. and 107th Ave.
Arizona Sports Betting Surges Past Nevada with $656 Million Handle in April, Boosted by Final Four Tournament in Glendale
April's sports betting in Arizona surged 22.5%, exceeding $656 million, partly due to the Final Four basketball tournament, outpacing Nevada's bets for the month. Online betting dominated, with FanDuel and DraftKings leading the market.
Electric Bike and Scooter Thefts Rampant in Lake Havasu City, Police Urge Protective Measures
Lake Havasu City experiences a rise in bike thefts, with the police urging preventative measures such as using quality locks and recording bike details. Rewards are offered for information leading to arrests.
Arizona Legislature Passes 'Fiscally Conservative' State Budget for FY 2025 Amid Controversy and Protests
Arizona's legislature passed a budget for the 2025 fiscal year, addressing a $1.4 billion deficit. The budget emphasizes school choice protections and includes changes to the ESA program. Controversy arose over the use of opioid settlement funds.
Biden and Trump Battle for Battleground States, First Lady Energizes Senior Voters, Trump Courts Detroit as Verdict Looms
Dr. Jill Biden targets senior voters in Arizona, while President Biden attends the G7 and meets the Pope. Trump campaigns in Detroit despite pending charges, and RFK Jr. struggles with ballot access.












