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Mere 400 votes separate McSally, Barber
The Congressional District 2 showdown between Republican Martha McSally and Democrat Ron Barber has gone into overtime - and it could come down to instant replay.
Barber, McSally agree to wait for official count in close CD2 race
Republican Martha McSally said this morning that she feels optimistic that her slight lead in the still-too-close-too-call Congressional District 2 race will hold up, while Democrat Ron Barber's campaign said he is cautiously optimistic and emphasized that it's far too early to call the race.
Flake defeats Carmona to take over Kyl's US Senate seat
Republican Jeff Flake is Arizona's new U.S. senator after comfortably defeating Democrat Richard Carmona in a high-stakes, big-money race for a rare open Senate seat.
Jeff Flake wins Arizona Senate seat
Republican Jeff Flake has defeated Democrat Richard Carmona to become Arizona’s new U.S. Senator.
Barber and McSally in tight race in CD2
Democrat Ron Barber and Republican Martha McSally are locked in a tight race in Congressional District 2.
Many voters find themselves missing from voter rolls
An abnormally large number of voters were forced to vote by provisional ballot today when they showed up at their assigned polling place and were told their names were not on the roster.
Here's what you need to know about election day in Tucson
By the time your head hits the pillow Tuesday night, you'll probably know who will be our next president, U.S. senator and on down the line. That, of course, is assuming none of the races is too close too call.
Political notebook: Sit down. Take breath. Let's talk guv race 2014
It's never too early to look ahead to the 2014 election, right? I know, I know: The results from Tuesday's election aren't even in yet. But, what the heck, it never hurts to peek ahead.
Tucson political donations pour in
While only a handful of Southern Arizonans have so far contributed more than $200,000 to political causes this election cycle, many others have signed hefty checks.
Big 5 donors in Southern Arizona politics may surprise you
The list of big spenders from Southern Arizona this election cycle includes several of the usual suspects, as well as a few surprises.
Got an early ballot still? Here's how to turn it in
If you are still hanging on to an early ballot, you need to get it in the mail by Friday or drop it off at one of 10 early voting sites that will be set up Saturday around Tucson.
Political notebook: Why a square dance caller backs Kirkpatrick
Congressional candidate Ann Kirkpatrick's most recent financial filing is replete with donations from those you might expect: lawyers, doctors and Sedona business owners.
Paton outraises Kirkpatrick as CD1 campaign tightens up
Republican Jonathan Paton outraised Democrat Ann Kirkpatrick in the first half of October, in what may be another sign of his momentum in the Congressional District 1 race.
Mine backers blast Barber on call for new impact study
U.S. Rep. Ron Barber's recent call for a new environmental impact statement on the proposed Rosemont Copper mine has angered the mine's backers.
Deadline to request early ballot is Friday
If you want to get an early ballot and vote by mail, you need to request one by Friday at 5 p.m.
Flake-Carmona Senate race attracts $20M in spending
The U.S. Senate race in Arizona has become a nearly $20 million affair - and there are still two more weeks until the election.
October 25, 2012 12:00 am PhotosPhotos
Kyl donates his documents to UA
Once the Nov. 6 election is over, Congress will return to an unprecedented pile of work that needs to get done during a lame-duck session, retiring U.S. Sen. Jon Kyl said on Wednesday.
October 25, 2012 12:00 am PhotosPhotos
Outside spending hits $10 million in Arizona's U.S. Senate race
Outside spending from national political parties and PACs on the U.S. Senate race has hit $10 million — with the money split about evenly between backers of Democrat Richard Carmona and Republican Jeff Flake.
In CD2, Barber, McSally clash on federal role in education
The contenders for Congressional District 2 wrangled about the federal government's role in education during a debate Tuesday in Tucson.
October 24, 2012 12:00 am PhotosPhotos
Barber vs McSally debate Tuesday in Tucson
Democrat Ron Barber and Republican Martha McSally will square off in a debate Tuesday night at the University of Arizona.
Political notebook: 'Cowboy Frank' flier rides high amid stampede of glossy mailings
ATTACK OF THE KILLER POLITICAL MAILERS! Almost daily, we sift through another delivery of stiff, glossy political fliers - most chock-full of accusations that stretch or distort the truth. It's enough to make finding a piece of actual mail, even a bill, seem like a gold nugget.
Carmona's quip about Candy Crowley lands him in hot water
Generally speaking, jokes about a woman’s looks are never a good idea — especially if you are a U.S. Senate candidate whose every word is being filmed.
$8M+ spent by outside groups on local US races
Outside groups have spent more than $8 million already on Southern Arizona's federal races.
Nearly $14M spent so far in Ariz. race for US Senate seat
It takes millions to become a U.S. senator - just ask Democrat Richard Carmona and Republican Jeff Flake.
Carmona, Flake in sharp clash over policy, character issues
Republican Jeff Flake and Democrat Richard Carmona traded sharp accusations during Monday's U.S. Senate race debate, reflecting the rising tensions in the high-stakes race.
Wide split on use of 'earmarks'
One man's earmark is another man's investment.
October 14, 2012 12:00 am PhotosPhotos
Barber notes border gains; McSally says there's a 'war'
Democrat Ron Barber and Republican Martha McSally agree the fatal shooting of Border Patrol agent Nick Ivie underscores the need to bolster border security, but disagree on how to deal with the estimated 11 million illegal immigrants already in the U.S.
October 14, 2012 12:00 am PhotosPhotos
Political notebook: Saucedo Mercer says Grijalva is guilty of treason; he points to 'the facts'
Could Rep. Raúl Grijalva be a traitor? His opponent in the Congressional District 3 race, Republican Gabriela Saucedo Mercer, thinks so.
Indy voters, now Arizona's second-largest party, could be game-changers
For the first time in Arizona history, independent voters will outnumber one of the two major political parties - Democrats - in a general election.
More than 1,000 join to remember fallen Border Patrol officer Nicholas Ivie
SIERRA VISTA - Slain Border Patrol agent Nicholas Ivie died in a "beautiful" area he knew well, his brother told mourners Monday at the agent's funeral service.
October 09, 2012 12:00 am PhotosPhotos
Slain border agent 'lived a life of quiet dignity' mourners told
Slain U.S. Border Patrol agent Nicholas Ivie was a quiet, family man who loved riding horses, hundreds of mourners who gathered in Sierra Vista this morning for his funeral were told.
October 08, 2012 9:29 am PhotosPhotos
Political notebook: Melvin dismayed Dems aren't the flag-flying type
How can you tell if a Republican moves into your neighborhood?
Sheriff: 'Friendly fire' killed agent Ivie
Border Patrol agent Nicholas Ivie was accidentally killed by a fellow agent in what investigators confirmed Friday was a tragic case of "friendly fire."
October 06, 2012 12:00 am PhotosPhotos
FBI: Friendly fire killed Arizona Border Patrol agent
Border Patrol Agent Nicholas J. Ivie was killed by friendly fire, federal investigators confirmed today.
Friendly fire a possibility in border agent's death
Investigators are looking into whether friendly fire caused the death of Border Patrol agent Nick Ivie or the wounding of his colleague early Tuesday morning.
Sheriff: Friendly fire possible in border agent's death
Investigators are considering whether Border Patrol agent Nick Ivie, his wounded colleague, or both were victims of friendly fire in the Tuesday shooting that left Ivie dead, sources have confirmed to the Arizona Daily Star.
Tuesday is deadline to register to vote on Nov. 6
If you haven’t already registered to vote, Tuesday at midnight is the deadline to be able to cast a vote in the Nov. 6 election.
Outside money coming in to tight Senate race
The Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee has pledged $528K to support Democrat Richard Carmona. Republican Jeff Flake has support from Club for Growth PAC ($500K ad buy) and Freedomworks for America ($460K so far for online ads).
Border agent slain; partner wounded
Monday's shootings of two Border Patrol agents "just goes to show that whether you are an armed Border Patrol agent on duty or a simple rancher like Rob Krentz out working his ranch - if you're in border country you are in peril," said Rod Rothrock, acting sheriff of Cochise County.
2 border agents shot, 1 killed responding to sensor near Bisbee
The slain agent, Nicholas Ivie, was a father of two based in Naco, the station just re-named after Brian Terry, who was killed in 2010. The shooting area is a longstanding smuggling corridor but considered generally safe by residents.
October 02, 2012 6:30 am PhotosPhotos
Barber, McSally emphasize strengths to snag CD2 victory
Democrat Ron Barber made the jump from congressional aide to temporary fill-in congressman. But to complete the journey and claim a full term of his own he must first withstand a challenge from Republican Martha McSally - a former Air Force fighter pilot who has him in her sights.
Political notebook: Verbose candidates in debate get shot - of tequila
We've got to hand it to Priscilla Storm, VP of Public Policy at Diamond Ventures, for moderating a tough candidates forum for the Jewish Federation on Monday.
Freedom is 'only' issue for Victor
Libertarian U.S. Senate candidate Marc Victor loves talking about freedom.
Flake stands on his record as a conservative reformer
Jeff Flake has a résumé custom-built for a modern-day U.S. senator from Arizona.
Carmona says life story gives him unique skill set
Richard Carmona has earned a host of distinguished titles - combat veteran, doctor, deputy, life-saver, hospital director and U.S. surgeon general - but he's hoping to add one more on Nov. 6.
Vets' PAC joins attack on Flake's voting record
Republican Jeff Flake calls the attacks on his voting record on veterans issues as "deplorable" and say critics are cherry-picking from his voting record of 12 years to misconstrue his stance.
Flake keeps trying to link Carmona to Obama
Carmona scoffs at the attempt, asking when he’s ever been a ‘rubber stamp’ for anybody.
Polls: Flake’s lead on Carmona shrinking
Republican Jeff Flake is still leading Democrat Richard Carmona in the U.S. Senate race, but a pair of new polls suggest his margin is slipping.
Carmona's new TV ad calls out Flake for votes to cut vets' benefits (Updated)
(Updated below with Jeff Flake's response to the TV ad and Carmona's response to Sen. McCain's comments.)
Flake, Carmona offer plans to bolster AZ-Mexico trade
You’ve probably heard where the U.S. Senate candidates stand on border security and President Obama’s de-facto ‘Dream Act,’ but you may not know their stances on cross-border commerce.
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