Late-cycle Tucson campaign visits focus on reproductive right access
A pair of campaign events last week aimed to rally support for candidates who support access to abortion and reproductive rights.
Elections
News about state and local elections.
Ackerley seeking first full term as Pima County Treasurer
Chris Ackerley was appointed to the position in April, following the resignation of longtime treasurer Beth Ford. He’s being challenged for the seat by Democrat Brian Johnson.
Breaking down the Sahuarita and South Tucson ballot measures
Sahuaurita voters will find five questions on their ballot, including Proposition 403 for a $66 million bond. Over in South Tucson, voters will be asked to approve two propositions, one for a $6 million bond.
Backer says communication is key to solving District 2’s problems
In addition to his regular campaign website, John Backer created a second website titled “MissingMatt.com” that showcases the frequent absences of District 2 Supervisor Matt Heinz.
Catalina Foothills school board race features six candidates
Four candidates are seeking two four-year seats on the board, and two candidates are vying for a single two-year seat. The candidates have aligned under two tickets, asking district residents to vote them in as a slate.
Harris-Walz campaign engages voters on Tucson’s south side
A common sentiment among attendees was appreciation for political events being held on the south side, an area that doesn’t see many of these types of gatherings.
Grijalva to prioritize education, transparency in second term
Adelita Grijalva, the daughter of longtime U.S. Congressman Raul Grijalva, was elected to the Board of Supervisors in 2020, breaking barriers as the first Latina elected to the position in Pima County.
Spotlight on election coverage
Scroll down for links to individual stories about the various candidates, propositions and campaigns. We'll keep updating the list as we add new content.
Johnson wants to make treasurer’s office more user-friendly
Brian Johnson, a Democrat, is challenging Republican incumbent Chris Ackerley for the position, and with 14 years of experience working in the assessor’s office and county finance, Johnson believes he’s well-prepared for the role.
