Central AZ irrigation districts could get up to $15M in USDA grants to save water while keeping farmland active. The funds will support irrigation improvements & water-saving strategies. Learn how this could impact farming. azcentral.com/story/news/loc…  via azcentral by Clara Migoya

DOJ gives update on Phx investigation. Investigators say they asked the city to sign an agreement in principle. But the city said they wanted to wait for the findings. (We knew this but the DOJ is saying it for the first time)

Attorneys for Governor Katie Hobbs seek sanctions for Republican Party of Arizona lawsuit over her voting executive orders. “At bottom, Petitioners’ claims aren’t just wrong they’re sanctionable,” new filing states. Background in the link via azcentral azcentral.com/story/news/pol…

Logging off for the long weekend, but before I do… Catch me on Sunday Square Off with Brahm Resnik this week! I’ll talk about ballot length and the latest from Pinal County. And, stick around after my segment to see Tyler Montague and Tony Cani discuss the Senate race and more.

Gov. Katie Hobbs demotes 3 agency chiefs, will submit 16 more for AZ Senate confirmation azcentral.com/story/news/pol… via azcentral

Holy gullywashers, Bat-Man! Cold rain and strong wind blowing into East Mesa near Power and Brown! #azwx azcentral. Pardon the awful backyard.

INVESTIGATION: Exposes multiple instances of alleged human smuggling by former Arizona Christian University football players who were arrested by Border Patrol and released without criminal charges.” Stunning revelations by Jason Wolf🐺🌵 via azcentral azcentral.com/story/sports/c…

BREAKING UPDATE: Stephen Richer files a lawsuit against Arizona Secretary of State regarding this issue. This was expected and both sides have said it is intended as a "friendly" lawsuit to let the courts determine what needs to happen regarding 100,000 voters' eligibility.

I analyzed years of voter registration data: The Arizona Democratic Party is losing ground, Republicans are holding steady, and a growing share of voters are registering with no party affiliation. Story w/ Stephanie Murray usatoday.com/story/news/pol…

Republicans outpace Democrats in voter registration. Trends in the past four years could influence the outcome of the election between Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump. Story by Stephanie Murray and Caitlin McGlade via azcentral azcentral.com/story/news/pol…

READ if you want to understand what’s going on in AZ Dems found success for the first time in a generation when they won presidential race in ‘20. Seems repeatable on the surface, but voter registration data show GOP has a growing edge w Caitlin McGlade azcentral.com/story/news/pol…

On the front page of Thursday's Arizona Republic: Ronald J. Hansen on the big Kari Lake vs. Ruben Gallego debate and Stephanie Murray and Caitlin McGlade on the presidential swing state's voter registration numbers. #AZSEN azcentral.com/story/news/pol…

I know some people are wondering if you can get a refund if you can't make the new date for Jeff Lynne's ELO in Phoenix. If you bought through Ticketmaster, that answer is affirmative. Here's what we know at azcentral azcentral.com/story/entertai…

Had a blast last night at Alice Cooper's Christmas Pudding, an annual benefit for Solid Rock with great performances by Alice (obviously!), Tom Morello, Jimmy Eat World, Mark McGrath & more. Here's my review with lots of photos from the show at azcentral azcentral.com/story/entertai…

JUST ANNOUNCED! James Taylor and his All-Star Band will launch their summer tour at @FootprintCNTR in Phoenix. Here's what we know about the show at azcentral, including ticket/presale information. azcentral.com/story/entertai…

Where has this hack been all my life, Kristopher Juniel?! OMG, meatloaf problem solved. Seriously?

EMILY PIKE EXCLUSIVE: A federal agent closed a sexual assault investigation days after the 13-year-old reported being attacked. Said the case wasn’t “suitable for federal prosecution” despite arrest of suspect. Story azcentral azcentral.com/story/news/loc…

Microsoft hosted a hackathon with agriculture educators from around the country to develop new curriculum centered around data-monitoring kits. Read here: azcentral.com/story/news/loc…

'He's not here': Petition aims to improve Phoenix intersection where motorcyclist died azcentral.com/story/news/loc… via azcentral Perry Vandell 🌵

Maryvale's own David Ulloa Jr. !!! Get on the train now, people — David is a hardworking, talented, rising star who writes with empathy and love for our communities. Follow him and support his reporting on immigration and the border!