Lawyers for former Congressman Rick Renzi, R-Ariz., filed motions to dismiss the indictment against him for public corruption, insurance fraud and a false tax return statement.
Jan. 18, 2005
The Yavapai County Water Advisory Committee considered asking Arizona's Congressional delegation to let the committee and Board of Supervisors help create the Verde River Basin Partnership.
Jan. 18, 2000
Federal drug enforcement agents declared Arizona as "America's doormat for marijuana" and Tucson as its "stash house" because of the quantities of marijuana, methamphetamine and heroin that smugglers were bringing across the border.
Jan. 18, 1985
Yavapai County Parks commissioners suggested reducing the number of booths allowed on the courthouse plaza from 30 to 18 during Fourth of July week activities.
Jan. 18, 1960
"Illness prevented Ed Sullivan and four guest entertainers from appearing on his CBS-TV program Sunday night. Comedian Jackie Gleason filled in for Sullivan, who is recuperating from an ulcer attack."
Jan. 18, 1935
"Arizona spent $15,505,434.47 for unemployment and emergency relief during the last two years. This was disclosed today in a report to the 12th legislature by Gov. B.B. Moeur."
Jan. 18, 1910
"Messrs. W. L. Roberts and John Morris, pioneer residents of Skull Valley, are visiting Prescott on business matters. In speaking of that region, Mr. Morris says that it is improving rapidly."
