Decision Archives

Eight Democratic candidates face off to replace Graham Platner

July 17, 2026 10:22 AM NBC News, Dillon Fuhrman

It was the first debate since Platner ended his campaign, which caused a rush to replace him on the ballot.

Democratic LD23 candidate Emilia Cortez hosts campaign fundraiser, ballot drop event

July 16, 2026 7:47 PM Moses Femino, Jailene Aguilera

Democratic Arizona House of Representatives candidate Emilia Cortez met with supporters Thursday evening during a campaign fundraiser and community discussion in Downtown Yuma.

President Trump delivers primetime address to the nation

July 16, 2026 5:49 PM NBC News, Dillon Fuhrman, Jailene Aguilera, Joaquin Hight, Skylar Heisey

President Donald Trump is delivering a rare primetime speech Thursday night, which is said to focus on election integrity.

Nick Mansour runs for Arizona State Treasurer

July 16, 2026 4:45 PM Lauren Duffel

If elected, Mansour says he wants to use the Treasurer’s Office to help ease financial pressure on Arizona families and strengthen the state’s economy.

Mireya Bran runs for Somerton City Council

July 16, 2026 2:54 PM Abigahil Padilla, Dillon Fuhrman, Skylar Heisey

Bran’s platform focuses on supporting families, strengthening public safety and encouraging the growth of small businesses.

Jose Mena runs for Mayor of Somerton

July 16, 2026 11:54 AM Abigahil Padilla, Dillon Fuhrman, Skylar Heisey

Mena says his platform focuses on listening to residents, strengthening city departments that are short-staffed, and promoting economic growth by creating new jobs and retaining the city’s workforce.

Todd Blanche’s confirmation hearing enters second day

July 16, 2026 10:30 AM CBS News, Dillon Fuhrman

Lawmakers on the Senate Judiciary Committee had some sharp questions for Blanche Wednesday, and they heard from witnesses who were called to testify for both, and against, Blanche’s nomination Thursday.

City of Yuma searches for next administrator

July 15, 2026 4:36 PM Lauren Duffel, Dillon Fuhrman

The search for City of Yuma’s next administrator is now underway, and city leaders want to hear from the community.

Proposed gold Trump coin unveiled

July 15, 2026 12:52 PM NBC News, Skylar Heisey, Wesley Williamson

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent revealed new images of a “proposed” coin. It’s a dollar gold coin, featuring President Donald Trump.

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche faces tough questions during Senate confirmation hearing

July 15, 2026 10:45 AM CBS News, Dillon Fuhrman

Blanche, President Trump’s attorney general pick, faced the Senate Judiciary Committee for the start of a two-day confirmation hearing.

D.C. Reflecting Pool drained again for repairs

July 15, 2026 7:47 AM NBC News, Wesley Williamson

The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool in Washington, D.C. has been drained once again as workers prepare to begin to the process of repairing the liner that was recently installed as part of a multi-million dollar renovation project.

Rep. Raul Ruiz issues statement regarding fatal ICE shootings in Maine and Houston

July 14, 2026 5:35 PM Dillon Fuhrman

26-year-old Joan Sebastian Guerrero of Colombia and 52-year-old Lorenzo Salgado Araujo of Mexico were shot and killed by ICE agents just a week apart.

Jorge Gonzalez runs for Yuma County Justice of the Peace in Precinct 1

July 14, 2026 4:19 PM Lauren Duffel

Gonzalez brings a background shaped by service, family, and faith. He is a father, a U.S. Marine Corps Veteran, a retired Border Patrol agent, and a Deacon.

Arizona state representative celebrates signing of HB2800

July 14, 2026 4:17 PM Dillon Fuhrman

HB2800 is said to “strengthen Arizona’s ignition interlock (“breathalyzer”) laws and improve public safety.”

Arizona State Treasurer candidate Elijah Norton visits Yuma to talk to voters

July 14, 2026 3:37 PM Adrik Vargas

Republican State Treasurer candidate Elijah Norton stopped in Yuma this week to make his case to voters ahead of Arizona’s primary election.

House passes bill to make daylight savings time permanent

July 14, 2026 3:16 PM NBC News, Dillon Fuhrman, Manoah Tuiasosopo

The legislation, known as the Sunshine Protection Act, passed with wide bipartisan support by a vote of 308-117.

Gov. Katie Hobbs votes early at ASU in Tempe

July 14, 2026 2:40 PM Dillon Fuhrman

In a post on X, Gov. Hobbs, who is running for reelection, said, “Arizona’s primary election is a week away! Glad to get back on campus this morning to vote with some Sun Devils.”