Author

Randall Perry 588 posts 0 comments

Randall Perry covers Arizona's water politics, border policy, and the rapid growth transforming the Phoenix metro and beyond. His reporting connects federal policy decisions to their on-the-ground impact across the Southwest, with particular focus on infrastructure, energy, and the political realignment reshaping Arizona's electorate.

Scottsdale police arrest three in alleged luxury car theft ring tied to North Valley dealerships

Randall Perry May 19, 2026

Scottsdale police arrested three suspects linked to a luxury car theft ring that altered VINs and rented stolen vehicles on Turo in the North Valley.

Maricopa County judge sentences former Mesa contractor in fraud scheme tied to public-school…

Randall Perry May 19, 2026

A Maricopa County judge sentenced a former Mesa contractor for fraud related to public-school renovation projects involving payments for uncompleted work.

Maricopa County supervisors approve $42 million expansion plan for South Phoenix emergency shelter…

Randall Perry May 19, 2026

Maricopa County approved a $42 million expansion to increase capacity at the South Phoenix emergency shelter for people experiencing homelessness.

Mesa school board votes to restore library staff positions after weeks of parent and teacher…

Randall Perry May 19, 2026

Mesa Public Schools board reversed cuts and restored library staff positions after parent and teacher concerns about student access to resources.

Phoenix Fire Department crews battle warehouse blaze in Maryvale, forcing evacuations and freeway…

Randall Perry May 19, 2026

Phoenix firefighters battled a large warehouse fire in Maryvale, prompting evacuations and causing freeway backups near 19th Avenue and Deer Valley Road.

Pima County board backs Sheriff Chris Nanos for now after ethics and perjury allegations spark…

Randall Perry May 18, 2026

The Pima County Board kept Sheriff Chris Nanos in office but referred perjury allegations to Arizona's Attorney General for investigation.

Tucson County supervisors weigh next steps after dispute over sheriff oversight and public safety…

Randall Perry May 18, 2026

Pima County supervisors unanimously requested an independent probe into Sheriff Chris Nanos over election-related misconduct allegations.

Phoenix business leaders react to Dutch Bros move to buy back nearly 30 Arizona franchised stores

Randall Perry May 18, 2026

Dutch Bros acquired 29 franchised stores in Phoenix East Valley from Jim Thompson, expanding its company-operated presence in Arizona.

Sedona business owners raise concerns over tourism crowding, traffic, and short-term rental…

Randall Perry May 18, 2026

Sedona business owners express concerns over tourism crowding, traffic congestion, and short-term rental enforcement challenges in the city.

State Senate moves to rein in Arizona’s Empowerment Scholarship Account program as education…

Randall Perry May 17, 2026

The Arizona State Senate approved new restrictions on the Empowerment Scholarship Account program to tighten eligibility and spending rules.

1 2 3 … 59 Next