Legislative District 23

On the day for the special election, Arizona Western College’s president Dr. Daniel Corr hosted a town hall with Yuma county’s elected officials from district 23 and district 25.The KAWC student newsroom partnered with Siendo Primero hosts and producers, Saghey Barcenas and Evelyn Garcia for the event to interview our state representatives.

Son of Councilman Matias Rosales, who is running for the Arizona House in LD23, has grown up watching his dad run for office.

Arizona Edition Friday is KAWC's weekly look at topics and people shaping the community, with insightful conversations and in-depth reporting from the field.

Arizona Edition Friday is KAWC's weekly look at topics and people shaping the community, with insightful conversations and in-depth reporting from the field.

Rep. Michel Peña, R-Yuma, speaks with KAWC Student Reporter Elias Alvarez about getting involved in politics and encouraging a new generation of leaders.

Democrat Jesus Lugo, Jr. describes himself as a passionate community advocate who believes "government should be a proactive force for good in the lives of its citizens."