Maricopa County.
county in Arizona, United States
- Reports this week
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What's happening
Active this week
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The FBI investigated a 2020 cyber breach involving county records in Maricopa County.Well supported7 reports
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NPR relies on Associated Press data for race calls in Maricopa County, Arizona.Some support3 reports
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Kings protests are scheduled to take place across the Valley in Maricopa County.Some support1 report
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Democracy Docket reports on a DOJ lawsuit against California, while Stephen Richer handled election responsibilities in Maricopa County.Some support1 report
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Justin Heap's actions as Maricopa County Recorder have prompted calls for federal takeover and a lawsuit filed by America First Legal.Well supported11 reports
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Kari Lake lost the Arizona gubernatorial race to Katie Hobbs, prompting Maricopa County to seek sanctions against her.Some support7 reports1 development inside
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The Supreme Court refused to toss out $122,000 in legal costs related to Kari Lake's ongoing legal challenges.Some support1 report
Earlier this month
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Mark Stewart is a County Supervisor and Ramirez was an employee in Maricopa County.Some support2 reports
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Buckland was appointed to a role in Maricopa County, filling a vacancy left by Harry Weiss, with support from the City Council.Some support1 report
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Residents gathered in Phoenix and discussed county issues involving Tempe, Maricopa County, and Carefree.Some support1 report
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ProPublica investigated the homelessness system in Maricopa County, where Austin Davis assisted families in Tempe.Some support2 reports
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Maricopa County is administering primary election processes for the state of Arizona, where candidates are seeking alignment with the Trump base.Well supported5 reports6 developments inside
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Justin Heap oversaw early voting operations in Maricopa County on October 6th.Some support2 reports
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AZ election review involved county contracts in Maricopa County.Some support1 report
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Voters in Maricopa County decided the fate of $285M in municipal bonds.Some support1 report
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President Trump was alerted to mail ballot issues in Maricopa County, prompting the county's recorder office to launch an investigation.Well supported20 reports
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Maricopa County operates under the election laws of the state of Arizona.Well supported15 reports3 developments inside
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Thomas Galvin serves as Chairman of the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors.Well supported4 reports1 development inside
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An incident occurred at Kyrsten Sinema's home in Maricopa County, Arizona.Some support2 reports
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An incident occurred in Maricopa County, Arizona.Some support3 reports2 developments inside
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Threats against the Governor of Arizona.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Jerry Sheridan leads the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office (MCSO) under court monitoring due to civil rights issues.Some support2 reports
One to three months ago
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Heavy rainfall and severe storms caused fatalities and damage across Arizona and the Navajo Nation.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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NWS issues warnings for the metro area of Phoenix, involving Maricopa County and local public health officials.Well supported8 reports2 developments inside
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The National Weather Service issued flood warnings for Maricopa County on September 16, 2026, affecting areas including Mesa and Scottsdale.Some support1 report
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Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport impacts departures to the Valley, affecting Maricopa County and Scottsdale.Some support1 report
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Guttmacher Institute and NPR shared findings demonstrating extreme gaps in contraception access.Some support2 reports
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Maricopa County office relies on state agency data for voter rolls.Some support2 reports
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DHS is cooperating with local law enforcement on investigations in Maricopa County, handling local legal proceedings.Some support1 report7 developments inside
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County sheriff's office conducted traffic patrols and the DOJ supported ending court supervision in Maricopa County.Some support11 reports
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A personal account details how the WTC strikes prompted the narrator's subsequent military service, which was influenced by events near Luke Air Force Base and Maricopa County.Some support1 report
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Seb Matta is running for office in Maricopa County, challenging Jeff Dial. Nancy Rodriguez is filling the clerk position, and Matta is backed by the Democratic Party.Some support1 report
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Maricopa County, located in Arizona, is currently operating within state borders and receiving assistance from APS for camera installation.Well supported4 reports1 development inside
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Maricopa County is confirmed to be part of the Phoenix metro area.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Lease negotiations between Maricopa County officials and the entities involved regarding the ballpark are deadlocked.Some support1 report
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Laura Owens was charged in Maricopa County, Arizona, on August 10, 2026. Ronn Owens, who now resides in Arizona, recently hosted Benjamin Netanyahu.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Shell operates in Maricopa County, and local fuel prices are being reported by GasBuddy and AAA following an authorization for a cheaper blend.Some support1 report
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Maricopa County relied on advisories issued by the National Weather Service regarding weather conditions.Well supported5 reports1 development inside
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The National Weather Service issued severe thunderstorm warnings for Maricopa County, Arizona, on January 2, 2026.Some support1 report
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Glendale is considering annexing property located within Maricopa County.Some support1 report
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Maricopa County Attorney investigates Katie Hobbs over donations and restrictions.Some support2 reports2 developments inside
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Governor Hobbs signed a law affecting Maricopa County, and the county office is handling charges under Preston's Law.Some support1 report
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Johnson donated to a council race in Mesa, which is located within Maricopa County.Some support1 report
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A joint investigation has been launched into compromised voter files in Maricopa and Pinal Counties.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Elder fraud cases occurred in Arizona, involving Pinal County and Maricopa County.Some support1 report
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Police department operates within Maricopa County jurisdiction.Some support1 report
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Maricopa County is partnering with the city of Phoenix regarding a program modeled after a successful initiative in Texas.Some support2 reports4 developments inside
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Phoenix and Maricopa County partnered to offer eviction relief to residents.Some support1 report
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Nick Brown served as a board member for Maricopa County and SRP.Some support1 report
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Ralph Heap's son has been appointed as the Maricopa County Recorder.Some support2 reports
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The attorney's office is located in Maricopa County.Some support1 report
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Maricopa County operates within the state boundaries of Arizona, and Rachel Mitchell serves as the county's appointed attorney.Well supported3 reports1 development inside
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A judge in Maricopa County operates under the jurisdiction of the state of Arizona.Some support1 report
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Stephen Richer, who served as the former Registrar of Voters for Maricopa County, is being cited as a comparative example regarding mail-in ballot usage.Some support1 report1 development inside
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A judge ruled on a challenge regarding the language used on ballots in Maricopa County.Some support2 reports
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CISA was briefed on a data vulnerability in Maricopa County, and details of the breach were released by an administration task force.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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The White House utilized an office in Maricopa County as a source for a task force that included John Solomon.Some support4 reports
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Arizona State University conducted a study in Maricopa County, while Selina Bliss serves as a state representative in Arizona.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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A dam was built to protect Luke Air Force Base, and Surprise is leasing land from Maricopa County.Some support2 reports
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An incident occurred in the municipality of East Valley, located in Maricopa County, Arizona.Some support1 report3 developments inside
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What's reaching Maricopa County
Events traced to Maricopa County, step by step, newest first- Maricopa County may face strain from Tempe's growing homelessness crisisMaricopa County may face increased resource strain due to growing homelessness backlog in TempePossible
- State housing push may stabilize costs in Maricopa CountyState efforts may stabilize housing costs in Maricopa CountyPossible
- Economic boom and migration may boost Maricopa County's tax baseEconomic boom and migration may boost Maricopa County's tax baseLikely
- New Arizona transport rules may ease pressure on Maricopa County infrastructureNew Arizona transport rules may ease pressure on Maricopa County infrastructurePossible
- Data centers may boost Maricopa County's tax base and infrastructureData centers may boost Maricopa County's tax base and infrastructurePossible
- Mercury Systems expansion could boost Maricopa County's economyMercury Systems' expansion may boost Maricopa County's local economyPossible
Explainers that pass through Maricopa County
Maricopa County is a step on the way to someone elseAround Maricopa County this week
News at the entities that move Maricopa County most-
Justin Heap StructuralSupervisors are currently involved in an ongoing feud with Justin Heap, with the board overseeing the elections department and criticizing him.Moves Maricopa County
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board of supervisors StructuralRebecca Jones and others are seeking to succeed Jim Desmond on the San Diego County Board of Supervisors.Moves Maricopa County
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National Weather Service StructuralThe National Weather Service and National Hurricane Center collaborate on severe weather information sharing and forecasting for Eastern North Carolina.Moves Maricopa County
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Donald Trump OperationalDonald Trump is considering replacing his chief of staff, Susie Wiles, and is exploring candidates such as Bill Pulte, Steve Witkoff, and Stephen Miller.Moves Maricopa County
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Phoenix OperationalDaniel Suarez participated in practice at Phoenix Raceway while driving a Chevrolet and discussed a contract with Jeff Dickerson.Moves Maricopa County
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Arizona StructuralMultiple US states, including Colorado, Texas, and Arizona, received Class VI primacy from the EPA.Moves Maricopa County
Connections
The 40 strongest of 586, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Justin Heap Structural
Justin Heap holds the elected office of Recorder, leading election administration and defining rules for Maricopa County.
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Arizona Structural
Maricopa County is a political subdivision whose legal and functional existence is formally contained within the jurisdiction of the State of Arizona.
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Rachel Mitchell Structural
Rachel Mitchell serves in the appointed capacity of County Attorney for Maricopa County.
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Stephen Richer Structural
Stephen Richer held the formal position of Registrar of Voters for Maricopa County.
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Donald Trump Operational
Trump actively criticizes Maricopa County's election administration while the county provides political support.
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board of supervisors Structural
The Board of Supervisors holds formal governing and oversight authority over Maricopa County operations.
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Helen Purcell Structural
Helen Purcell formally served as the County Recorder, holding a high-level functional office within Maricopa County's governance structure.
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Arizona Supreme Court Structural
The Supreme Court exercises judicial authority over Maricopa County, defining and reviewing its administrative and election duties.
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Laura Owens Transactional
Laura Owens faced formal charges initiated by the judicial system operating within Maricopa County.
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Kate Brophy McGee Structural
Kate Brophy McGee serves as the Board of Supervisors Chair, a leadership role formally embedded within the structure of Maricopa County.
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Michael D. White Structural
Maricopa County formally appointed Michael D. White to the role of CEO, establishing a functional and ongoing leadership dependency.
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Nick Brown Structural
Nick Brown served as a board member for Maricopa County.
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Mark Stewart Structural
Mark Stewart holds the formal role of County Supervisor within Maricopa County government.
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Richer Structural
Richer held the formal position of clerk for Maricopa County.
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National Weather Service Structural
The National Weather Service issues critical weather warnings and advisories that Maricopa County relies upon for operational safety.
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Phoenix Operational
Phoenix actively partners with and provides services to Maricopa County, operating within its jurisdiction.
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Jeff Ellington Operational
Jeff Ellington's company serves as a vendor providing election services and tracking for Maricopa County.
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Jerry Sheridan Structural
Jerry Sheridan leads the Sheriff's Office, which operates under the jurisdiction of Maricopa County.
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Katie Hobbs Structural
Hobbs operates within Maricopa County's jurisdiction, which includes administrative oversight and legal investigation.
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Thomas Galvin Structural
Thomas Galvin holds the formal position of Supervisor within Maricopa County.
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Kari Lake Transactional
Maricopa County sought sanctions against Kari Lake and her legal representatives over alleged misconduct.
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TSMC Structural
TSMC is establishing a major operational base with a $100 billion investment in the Maricopa County area.
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David McDowell Structural
David McDowell holds a judicial role presiding over proceedings within the Maricopa County superior court system.
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FBI Operational
The FBI actively investigates and tracks cyber intrusions and data breaches within Maricopa County, which also requests their assistance.
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Valleywise Health Structural
The company is formally integrated into the county's operational structure through the appointment of its CEO by the county board.
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Maricopa County Department of Public Health Structural
The department functions as a specialized agency operating within the administrative jurisdiction of Maricopa County.
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Surprise Structural
Surprise currently operates on land leased from Maricopa County, establishing a formal dependency.
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G. Murray Snow Structural
G. Murray Snow is involved in maintaining federal oversight of a department within Maricopa County due to civil rights issues.
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APS Transactional
APS is engaged in a service contract to assist Maricopa County with camera installation infrastructure.
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Rudy Giuliani Operational
Rudy Giuliani is alleged to have exerted pressure on Maricopa County officials concerning election results.
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East Valley Structural
East Valley is administratively located within Maricopa County.
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Elections Department Structural
The Elections Department operates as a core functional unit within the governmental structure of Maricopa County.
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Lesko Structural
Lesko holds a formal official position within Maricopa County.
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Chandler Structural
The city of Chandler operates within the larger administrative and legal jurisdiction of Maricopa County.
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Pinal County Operational
The two counties are jointly involved in an ongoing investigation into compromised voter files and shared questioning of county decisions.
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Pima Transactional
Pima contributes dust that is actively moved into Maricopa County.
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Joe Arpaio Structural
Joe Arpaio operated within the jurisdiction of Maricopa County, leading patrols and subsequently facing oversight.
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White House Transactional
Data breach investigation revealed the White House utilized Maricopa County office resources as a source.
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Congress Operational
Maricopa County election outcomes are shown to influence the control and composition of Congress.
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Arizona Diamondbacks Structural
Maricopa County officials hold a formal position on the governing board of the Arizona Diamondbacks.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
12 events- NPR relies on Associated Press data for race calls in Maricopa County, Arizona.
- Kings protests are scheduled to take place across the Valley in Maricopa County.
- Democracy Docket reports on a DOJ lawsuit against California, while Stephen Richer handled election responsibilities in Maricopa County.
- Kari Lake lost the Arizona gubernatorial race to Katie Hobbs, prompting Maricopa County to seek sanctions against her.
- The Supreme Court refused to toss out $122,000 in legal costs related to Kari Lake's ongoing legal challenges.
- Mark Stewart is a County Supervisor and Ramirez was an employee in Maricopa County.
- Buckland was appointed to a role in Maricopa County, filling a vacancy left by Harry Weiss, with support from the City Council.
- Residents gathered in Phoenix and discussed county issues involving Tempe, Maricopa County, and Carefree.
- ProPublica investigated the homelessness system in Maricopa County, where Austin Davis assisted families in Tempe.
- Justin Heap oversaw early voting operations in Maricopa County on October 6th.
- AZ election review involved county contracts in Maricopa County.
- Voters in Maricopa County decided the fate of $285M in municipal bonds.
September 2026
12 events- An incident occurred at Kyrsten Sinema's home in Maricopa County, Arizona.
- Threats against the Governor of Arizona.
- Jerry Sheridan leads the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office (MCSO) under court monitoring due to civil rights issues.
- Heavy rainfall and severe storms caused fatalities and damage across Arizona and the Navajo Nation.
- The National Weather Service issued flood warnings for Maricopa County on September 16, 2026, affecting areas including Mesa and Scottsdale.
- Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport impacts departures to the Valley, affecting Maricopa County and Scottsdale.
- Guttmacher Institute and NPR shared findings demonstrating extreme gaps in contraception access.
- Maricopa County office relies on state agency data for voter rolls.
- County sheriff's office conducted traffic patrols and the DOJ supported ending court supervision in Maricopa County.
- A personal account details how the WTC strikes prompted the narrator's subsequent military service, which was influenced by events near Luke Air Force Base and Maricopa County.
- Seb Matta is running for office in Maricopa County, challenging Jeff Dial. Nancy Rodriguez is filling the clerk position, and Matta is backed by the Democratic Party.
- Lease negotiations between Maricopa County officials and the entities involved regarding the ballpark are deadlocked.
August 2026
19 events- The FBI investigated a 2020 cyber breach involving county records in Maricopa County.
- Maricopa County is confirmed to be part of the Phoenix metro area.
- Laura Owens was charged in Maricopa County, Arizona, on August 10, 2026. Ronn Owens, who now resides in Arizona, recently hosted Benjamin Netanyahu.
- Shell operates in Maricopa County, and local fuel prices are being reported by GasBuddy and AAA following an authorization for a cheaper blend.
- The National Weather Service issued severe thunderstorm warnings for Maricopa County, Arizona, on January 2, 2026.
- Glendale is considering annexing property located within Maricopa County.
- Governor Hobbs signed a law affecting Maricopa County, and the county office is handling charges under Preston's Law.
- Johnson donated to a council race in Mesa, which is located within Maricopa County.
- A joint investigation has been launched into compromised voter files in Maricopa and Pinal Counties.
- Elder fraud cases occurred in Arizona, involving Pinal County and Maricopa County.
- Police department operates within Maricopa County jurisdiction.
- Phoenix and Maricopa County partnered to offer eviction relief to residents.
- Nick Brown served as a board member for Maricopa County and SRP.
- Ralph Heap's son has been appointed as the Maricopa County Recorder.
- The attorney's office is located in Maricopa County.
- A judge in Maricopa County operates under the jurisdiction of the state of Arizona.
- A judge ruled on a challenge regarding the language used on ballots in Maricopa County.
- CISA was briefed on a data vulnerability in Maricopa County, and details of the breach were released by an administration task force.
- The White House utilized an office in Maricopa County as a source for a task force that included John Solomon.
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July 2026
8 events- Justin Heap's actions as Maricopa County Recorder have prompted calls for federal takeover and a lawsuit filed by America First Legal.
- Maricopa County is administering primary election processes for the state of Arizona, where candidates are seeking alignment with the Trump base.
- President Trump was alerted to mail ballot issues in Maricopa County, prompting the county's recorder office to launch an investigation.
- An incident occurred in Maricopa County, Arizona.
- Maricopa County relied on advisories issued by the National Weather Service regarding weather conditions.
- Maricopa County operates within the state boundaries of Arizona, and Rachel Mitchell serves as the county's appointed attorney.
- A dam was built to protect Luke Air Force Base, and Surprise is leasing land from Maricopa County.
- An incident occurred in the municipality of East Valley, located in Maricopa County, Arizona.
June 2026
9 events- Maricopa County operates under the election laws of the state of Arizona.
- Thomas Galvin serves as Chairman of the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors.
- NWS issues warnings for the metro area of Phoenix, involving Maricopa County and local public health officials.
- DHS is cooperating with local law enforcement on investigations in Maricopa County, handling local legal proceedings.
- Maricopa County, located in Arizona, is currently operating within state borders and receiving assistance from APS for camera installation.
- Maricopa County Attorney investigates Katie Hobbs over donations and restrictions.
- Maricopa County is partnering with the city of Phoenix regarding a program modeled after a successful initiative in Texas.
- Stephen Richer, who served as the former Registrar of Voters for Maricopa County, is being cited as a comparative example regarding mail-in ballot usage.
- Arizona State University conducted a study in Maricopa County, while Selina Bliss serves as a state representative in Arizona.