Arizona governor objects to federal halt on new mining claims near Grand CanyonNovember 2nd, 2009 Ariz. governor opposes halt on new mining claimsPHOENIX — Arizona Gov. Jan Brewer objects to a ban on filing new mining claims on nearly 1 million acres of federal land in northern Arizona for two years while a permanent prohibition is under study.
Arizona governor says business tax cuts must wait as state still needs temporary revenue boostOctober 20th, 2009 Ariz. gov: Tax cuts must wait, more revenue neededPHOENIX — Arizona Gov. Jan Brewer is reiterating that she supports business tax cuts to boost economic development but says they'll have to wait.
California attorney general Jerry Brown, former governor, files paperwork for exploratory bidSeptember 30th, 2009 Calif. AG Brown files paperwork for governor's runSACRAMENTO, Calif. — Attorney General Jerry Brown has taken the first step toward running for governor, filing official paperwork with the Secretary of State's Office to start an exploratory committee.
Paterson says he is staying in 2010 governor's race despite pressureSeptember 20th, 2009 Paterson says he's staying in 2010 governor's raceALBANY, N.Y. — New York Gov.
Troopergate figure officially files paperwork to run for Alaska governorSeptember 2nd, 2009 Troopergate figure files paperwork for Alaska gov.ANCHORAGE, Alaska — State Sen. Hollis French, a major figure in last fall's Troopergate investigation, officially filed paperwork Wednesday to run for governor of Alaska.
Troopergate figure files paperwork to run for Alaska governorSeptember 2nd, 2009 Troopergate figure files for Alaska governor runANCHORAGE, Alaska — State Sen. Hollis French, a major figure in last fall's Troopergate investigation, has filed paperwork to run for governor of Alaska.
Ariz. governor signs bills on mandatory wait for abortion, other restrictionsJuly 14th, 2009 Arizona governor approves abortion constraintsPHOENIX — Republican Gov. Jan Brewer on Monday set a new course from her Democratic predecessor on the issue of abortion, signing a measure imposing new mandates and restrictions.
White House fires back at Arizona Sen. Kyl for calling for an end to stimulus spendingJuly 14th, 2009 White House turns up heat on Arizona senatorWASHINGTON — The Obama administration is firing back at Sen. Jon Kyl for calling for an end to economic stimulus spending, and it's aiming where it hurts the most — at home in Arizona.
Lt. Gov. Sean Parnell plans to run for governor's seat inherited from outgoing PalinJuly 4th, 2009 Palin's replacement wants full termANCHORAGE, Alaska — The Republican inheriting the job as Alaska governor from resigning Sarah Palin plans to seek a full term in office in 2010. Palin spokesman David Murrow says Lt.
Democratic state senator files intent letter to run for governor of AlaskaJuly 2nd, 2009 State senator files gubernatorial intent letterANCHORAGE, Alaska — The Alaskan lawmaker who oversaw the Legislature's Troopergate investigation of Gov. Sarah Palin last year has signaled his interest in her job.
Arizona Senate approves bill to criminalize illegal immigrants' presence in stateJuly 1st, 2009 Arizona Senate OKs immigration enforcement billPHOENIX — Arizona has moved a step closer to becoming the only state to criminalize the presence of illegal immigrants through an expansion of its trespassing law. A 16-11 vote by the Arizona Senate early Wednesday would criminalize the presence of illegal immigrants in the state.
Ariz. Gov. Brewer sues over Legislature's delay in sending approved budget bills to herJune 17th, 2009 Ariz. gov sues over delay in sending budget billsPHOENIX — Arizona Republican Gov. Jan Brewer sued the GOP-controlled Legislature on Tuesday, asking the state Supreme Court to order top leaders to immediately send her budget bills that lawmakers approved nearly two weeks ago.
Former Wolverines, Bills player Riemersma files paperwork for Michigan congressional seatJune 10th, 2009 Ex-football star Riemersma eyes congressional seatGRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Former Michigan and Buffalo Bills tight end Jay Riemersma (REE'-muhrz-muh) has designs on Congress.
Arizona ends use of outdoor prison cells after female inmate died in triple-digit heatJune 3rd, 2009 Ariz. ends outdoor prison cells after inmate deathPHOENIX — Arizona is ending its use of outdoor prison cells after an inmate died in triple-digit heat last month, the corrections department said Tuesday. Corrections spokesman Barrett Marson said in an e-mail that the decision came after consulting with Gov.
Catholic diocese in NM reviewing priest files under national policy to protect childrenMay 13th, 2009 Catholic diocese in NM will review priests' filesALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — The Roman Catholic Diocese of Gallup is reviewing the files of all its priests, saying it wants a more thorough evaluation under the church's national policy on preventing abuse and responding to molestation claims.