SCOTUS decision on gay marriage could impact Arizona domestic benefits ruling

Arizona officials will be watching closely as the U.S. Supreme Court considers gay marriage today. The outcome of the case could impact a lawsuit over benefits for domestic partners for gay state and university employees.

Historic site dedicated Saturday

Something very old is Arizona’s newest Historic Landmark.

Winter rains could produce dry grass for fire season

Spring arrived in Arizona early Wednesday morning, at 4:02 local time.  And, as KJZZ’s Dennis Lambert reports from Phoenix, winter was about average this year.

14 apply to replace Wilson on Maricopa County Board of Supervisors

Fourteen people have applied to replace Maricopa County Supervisor Max Wilson. He resigned due to health concerns.

Arizona legislature receives low marks for online access

A national pro-transparency group says the Arizona Legislature is not doing enough to share information with the public.

Kyl takes a new job in Washington

Former U.S. Sen. Jon Kyl has a new job.

How long is your commute?

A new study by the Census Bureau shows that nearly 80 percent of people who drive to work in this country drive alone. The survey also shows that more than 10 million people spend two hours a day getting to and from work. 

Oakland A's sign on with Mesa

Oakland A’s fans will be going to a different ballpark for spring training in two years.

Yuma, La Paz wages well below national average

A report by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics shows that weekly wages in Yuma and La Paz counties are well below both the state and national average of $903.

Future growth leads Peoria to build new school

The Peoria Unified School District is making plans to add another elementary school. The district says it’s needed because of what it says is explosive growth in the northwest Valley.

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