Maricopa County
Recent News About Maricopa County
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Maricopa County shows record fentanyl cases in 2023, on track for new record in 2024
Records from the Maricopa County Attorney’s Office (MCAO) show continued increases every year since 2020 in submissions for prosecution regarding fentanyl.
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Hamilton: Maricopa County 'lied to' local PHX reporter over ordering of refrigerated coolers for heat-related deaths
Phoenix grassroots activist Merissa Hamilton told CBS 5 News reporter Dennis Welch that Maricopa County “lied” to him over the reasons for ordering refrigerated coolers.
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Maricopa County elections director says steps are being taken to ensure 'checks and balances' in election
Maricopa County Elections Director Scott Jarrett says plans are in place for Election Day to go smoothly, adding that there are protections in place to ensure there is no fraud.
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Arizona Secretary of State’s Office issues report on intimidation: 'voter was trying to drop off their ballot'
The Arizona Secretary of State’s office has referred a report of voter intimidation to the U.S. Department of Justice and the Arizona's Attorney General's Office.
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Maricopa County election officials comment on election transparency: 'We actually encourage you to get involved'
With the general election about a month away, Maricopa County election officials have begun holding news conferences in order to ensure transparency and answer voter questions before voters go to the polls on Nov. 8.
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Maricopa County Animal Care & Control, Best Friends Animal Society partner for national adoption weekend
Maricopa County Animal Care & Control (MCACC) and Best Friends Animal Society recently joined forces for a Sept. 16-18 adoption campaign to encourage more pet adoptions.
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Maricopa County Attorney: 'Violent crime affects the quality of life of every person living and working in our community'
With violent crime on the rise, Maricopa County Attorney Rachel Mitchell has announced a change in policy regarding cases that involve the use of a firearm in the commission of a felony, requiring a prison sentence in any plea offer if a firearm is used in the commission of that crime.
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Maricopa County to host monkeypox clinic Sept. 1
The Maricopa County Department of Public Health will host a monkeypox vaccine clinic Sept. 1, after the county booked 1,000 appointments in three hours for the Aug. 25 clinic.