Maricopa County

Surveillance Footage Shows Election Equipment Removal, Special Prosecutor Appointed

Surveillance footage has captured election equipment being wheeled out of a county facility in Maricopa County, an event that has prompted the appointment of a special prosecutor to investigate the circumstances surrounding a pre-tabulation scanner. This development raises serious questions about the integrity of the electoral process and underscores the ongoing concerns regarding election security.

The equipment in question was reportedly removed from the facility by Justin Heap, an employee of Maricopa County Records who is affiliated with the Republican party. Following its removal, the equipment is now considered compromised, leading to an estimated $70,000 cost for the county to replace it.… Continue reading

Arizona County Suspects Over 400 Heat Deaths Amidst Extreme Heat

Maricopa County, Arizona is experiencing an extreme heatwave, with over 400 suspected heat-related deaths this summer. August is on track to be the hottest on record, with daily temperatures reaching at least 110F. While the current death toll is slightly lower than last year, the county is still on track to be the deadliest place for heat in the U.S. due to factors such as the unhoused population, substance misuse, and the impacts of climate change. Despite efforts like cooling centers, the rise in deaths are a result of several factors in the region.

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