Legislator: State plans to rent underground land for tunnel construction
Tennessee to Lease Underground Property for Tunnel Project Tennessee is set to lease underground properties for approximately 50 years to construct a 10-mile tunnel, as stated by state legislators. “It’s essentially a choice lane under state ownership, but it’s being leased,” explained State Senator Becky Massey, who chairs the Senate Transport Committee. “The lease serves […]
Memphis school officials explain that a legislator calling them ‘dumba**es’ reflects a larger issue.
Sen. Brent Taylor Advocates for Death Penalty in Disturbing Case Senator Brent Taylor, a Republican from Memphis, is pursuing the death penalty for a man who filmed his ex-girlfriend without her consent. This move has drawn significant attention, particularly from the Shelby County district attorney’s office. In recent discussions, local education leaders, including Taylor, have […]
Members of Congress on edge after assassination of Minnesota state legislator
US Capitol Police Officers are on security outside the US Capitol on June 16, 2025 in Washington, DC (Photo: Anna Money Maker/Getty Images) WASHINGTON – The U.S. Senate gathers behind closed doors Tuesday to hear from federal law enforcement officials about protecting lawmakers and the safety of their families a few days after Minnesota police […]
California legislator sued by former chief of staff for alleged sexual harassment
A former chief of staff for a California senator who recently left the Democratic party for the Republican Party filed a lawsuit against the senator on Thursday, alleging that the senator sexually harassed her, created a hostile work environment and fired her in retaliation for refusing his sexual advances. The lawsuit, filed in Sacramento County […]
News Flash • Board Appoints New District 22 Legislator
The Maricopa County Board of Supervisors has appointed Dr. Elda Luna Najera to represent the 22nd Legislative District in the Arizona House of Representatives. LD-22 is located in the West Valley and includes Tolleson and Avondale. “I couldn’t think of a better person to fill this vacancy in LD-22,” said District 5 Supervisor Steve Gallardo. […]
News Flash • Board Appoints New District 5 Legislator
Today, the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors appointed Charles Lucking to fill the vacancy in the U.S. House of Representatives in Arizona's 5th Legislative District. LD-5 covers much of central and northern Phoenix. “Charles Lucking is not only a longtime resident of LD-5, but also a fifth-generation Arizonan with a deep dedication to serving his […]
News Flash • Board Appoints Former Legislator to LD-5 Seat
Today, the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors appointed Sara Liguori to fill the vacant seat in the Arizona House of Representatives for the Fifth Legislative District. LD-5 covers much of central and northern Phoenix. “Sarah Liguori's legislative experience will make her an immediate hit. With the Legislature currently in session, LD5 deserves a representative who […]
News Flash • Board Appoints New District 8 Legislator
Today, the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors appointed Jevin Hodge to fill the vacant seat in Arizona's 8th Congressional District. LD-8 is located in four different supervisory districts and spans much of southern Maricopa County, including Phoenix, Tempe, Scottsdale, and the Salt River-Pima Maricopa Indian Community. “I first met Jevin Hodge in 2020 when he […]
Ex-teacher sentenced to prison for making death threat against Arizona legislator
A former Tucson Middle School teacher was sentenced Tuesday to two and a half years in prison after pleading guilty to making death threats against Arizona Senator Wendy Rogers. Donald Glenn Brown pleaded guilty to attempted terrorism threats in April and was sentenced Tuesday in Navajo County Superior Court. Brown is suspected of sending threatening […]
Scottsdale lawmaker criticizes Arizona House for expelling Chandler legislator
PHOENIX-Scottsdale lawmakers said they went too far when the Arizona House of Representatives decided Wednesday to oust Rep. Chandler Liz Harris for ethics violations. The congressman said Harris knew someone she invited to testify at the joint hearing on the integrity of the election would make false accusations against lawmakers, judges and the latter’s Church […]