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Pedestrian dies after being struck by vehicle in Scottsdale
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Trump fixer-turned-foe, Michael Cohen, says in hush money trial he lied, bullied on boss's behalf
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Public hearing set for ADOT's $7.9B 5-year construction plan
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Northbound State Route 51 temporarily closed in Phoenix due to crash
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Weekend wrap-up: Here are the biggest Phoenix news stories from May 10-12
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Chandler Parks & Recreation Division becomes Certified Autism Center
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New development coming to Glendale's Heroes Regional Park
Glendale announced next phase in development of Heroes Regional Park and will celebrate the news with an event at the park on May 17.
Gilbert considers new fees for electric vehicle charging stations that have been free
The city of Gilbert is considering adding new fees for electrical vehicle charging stations that have previously been free.
Mesa launching survey as part of its plan to improve road safety
The city of Mesa is launching a survey as part of its Community Road Safety Action Plan to improve road safety.
Arizona health authorities launch new efforts to prevent suicide
The 2024-2026 suicide prevention plan from the Arizona Department of Health Services has three steps, according to an expert.
Scottsdale restaurant company closes last Sandbar Mexican Grill location, plans new concept
Sandbar Mexican Grill, once a thriving Mexican beach restaurant chain, is no more in the Valley after its last Gilbert location closed.
7 Arizona restaurants make Yelp's Top 100 BBQ list
Eric's Family BBQ in Phoenix is one of seven restaurants across the state of Arizona to make Yelp's Top U.S. 100 BBQ lists.
ArizonaSports.com
Suns have lengthy offseason checklist with limited maneuverability
It doesn't appear the Phoenix Suns can blow up their Big 3. So they must improve around the margins with limited trade and draft assets.
Phoenix Mercury season preview: Newcomers to watch, heightened expectations
The Mercury are set to begin a season with a new head coach and key offseason additions to help Diana Taurasi and Brittney Griner.
Arizona State adds more size at WR with Penn State, Florida State transfer Malik McClain
Former Penn State wide receiver Malik McClain announced his commitment to join ASU in a social media post on Saturday.
Arizona’s Caleb Love competes for NBA shot at G League Elite Camp
NBA draft prospects Caleb Love, Adama Bal and Jaelen House competed in the NBA's G League Elite Camp on Saturday in Chicago.
NBA draft experts offer mixed positions on Suns’ plans for 1st-round pick at No. 22
Draft pundits are mixed on who the best fit for the Suns is at No. 22, if they decide to keep the pick beyond June 26 draft night.
Former Arizona Wildcat T.J. McConnell comes up big for Pacers in Game 4 win
Former Arizona Wildcats guard T.J. McConnell had 15 points and 10 assists as the Pacers rolled to their second-biggest playoff victory ever.
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Arizona Business
Scottsdale restaurant company closes last Sandbar Mexican Grill location, plans new concept
Sandbar Mexican Grill, once a thriving Mexican beach restaurant chain, is no more in the Valley after its last Gilbert location closed.
Steward Health Care, which has 4 hospitals in Arizona, files for bankruptcy
Arizona's attorney general is launching an investigation after a health care network with four hospitals in the state filed for bankruptcy.
Pedal Haus Brewery sets opening date for long-planned Mesa location
After being in the works for several years, Pedal Haus Brewery has set an opening date for its new location in downtown Mesa.
Arizona Health
Arizona health authorities launch new efforts to prevent suicide
The 2024-2026 suicide prevention plan from the Arizona Department of Health Services has three steps, according to an expert.
Steward Health Care, which has 4 hospitals in Arizona, files for bankruptcy
Arizona's attorney general is launching an investigation after a health care network with four hospitals in the state filed for bankruptcy.
How Arizonans can help their loved ones who are stroke victims
Since May is Stroke Awareness Month, Dr. Daniel Gonzales with the Barrow Neurological Institute's stroke center shared health tips.
Arizona Votes
Arizona secretary of state says AI hoax knowledge still needs to improve before elections
Arizona Secretary of State Adrian Fontes has been training workers on AI hoax technology for months now but believes they, and the public, still need to improve their knowledge ahead of the upcoming elections.
AZ Political Podcast: Sybil Francis on issues Arizona voters do agree on
Sybil Francis, this week's guest on AZ Political Podcast, goes over some of the issues Arizona voters do agree on.
Arizona GOP lawmakers moving to put Secure the Border Act on ballot in November
Arizona voters will likely have the final say on the Secure the Border Act, a Republican proposal drawing staunch opposition from Democrats.
Youth Violence
Target trial date set for suspects accused in murder of Preston Lord
A target trial date has been set as six of the seven suspects in the Preston Lord case appeared in court on Thursday.
Chandler City Council moves forward plan to ban brass knuckles in the city
In a unanimous vote during a Thursday night meeting, the Chandler City Council voted to push forward a potential brass knuckles ban.
Chandler City Council considering brass knuckles ban as a way to deter youth violence
The Chandler City Council on Thursday will consider a proposal to ban brass knuckles for minors as a way to deter youth violence.
Border and Immigration
Arizona Border Patrol agent charged in case involving child sexual abuse material
A Border Patrol agent from Arizona has been charged in a case involving child sexual abuse material.
Arizona GOP lawmakers moving to put Secure the Border Act on ballot in November
Arizona voters will likely have the final say on the Secure the Border Act, a Republican proposal drawing staunch opposition from Democrats.
Arizona's Greg Stanton among Democrats asking Biden to take executive action at border
Arizona Rep. Greg Stanton joined 14 other Democrats in urging President Joe Biden to take action to address the border crisis on Tuesday.
Brandon Judd, president of the National Border Patrol Council, to retire
Brandon Judd, the president of the National Border Patrol Council, will retire on May 18 according to the Border Patrol Union.
Mexican officials regret US decision not to retry American rancher in fatal shooting of Mexican man
One Mexican official expressed regret over the U.S. decision not to retry George Alan Kelly in the fatal shooting of a Mexican man.
Prosecutors say they will not retry an Arizona rancher accused of murder near the US-Mexico border
Prosecutors said Monday they will not retry Arizona rancher George Alan Kelly, who was accused of killing Gabriel Cuen-Buitimea in 2023.
Arizona Education
Jill Biden tells Mesa college graduates to tune out people who tell them what they 'can't' do
Jill Biden on Saturday told Arizona community college graduates to tune out the people who like to tell them what they can't do.
University of Arizona to launch MS in Business Analytics on downtown Chandler campus
Students at University of Arizona's campus in downtown Chandler will soon be able to earn a Master of Science in Business Analytics.
ASU police chief placed on leave while school investigates pro-Palestinian protests
Arizona State University has placed the chief of its campus police force on leave while it investigates complaints about his behavior during recent pro-Palestinian protests at the Tempe school.
Arizona Homeless News
Tempe purchases 2nd motel to continue fighting homelessness
The city of Tempe purchased a second motel to further its efforts to fight homelessness, the city announced Monday.
Phoenix's Office of Homeless Solutions shares plan for new shelter with 280 beds
The city of Phoenix's Office of Homeless Solutions wants to create a new shelter in west Phoenix, according to a Wednesday announcement.
Valley nonprofit opens new Phoenix facility to provide mental health services
Gov. Katie Hobbs spoke at a Tuesday grand opening for a new community resource center from Southwest Behavioral and Health Services.
Arizona Technology
Elon Musk’s Neuralink begins clinical trials in Phoenix
Elon Musk’s neurotechnology company Neuralink is conducting clinical trials in Phoenix for its brain implant device.
Electrify Expo, a 2-day electric vehicle festival, is pulling into Glendale this weekend
Electrify Expo, which bills itself as the world's largest electric vehicle festival, is speeding into Glendale this weekend for the first time.
Glendale Community College represented at White House for jobs in cyber event
Members from Glendale Community College's Guacho Security Operations Center (GSOC) will visit the White House on Monday.
United States
3 killed, 18 wounded in shooting at May Day party in Alabama
STOCKTON, Ala. (AP) — Three people were killed and 18 were wounded Saturday night during a shooting at a party in south Alabama, law enforcement officials said. About 1,000 people were attending a May Day party near Stockton when gunfire erupted, the Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office said in a news release. “According to witnesses, the […]
Hedge fund operators go on trial after multibillion-dollar Archegos collapse
NEW YORK (AP) — A federal fraud trial began Monday for the owner and chief financial officer of a hedge fund that collapsed when it defaulted on margin calls, costing leading global investment banks and brokerages billions of dollars. Bill Hwang, the founder of Archegos Capital Management, and his former CFO Patrick Halligan, are being […]
The Latest | Michael Cohen takes the stand as testimony in Trump hush money case enters 4th week
NEW YORK (AP) — The fourth week of witness testimony in Donald Trump’s hush money trial could be a doozy: Michael Cohen, the prosecution’s star witness, has taken the stand. The long-anticipated testimony on Monday from Trump’s former lawyer and personal fixer follows a breathtaking buildup by prosecutors of a case that ultimately hinges on […]
Corruption trial for Sen. Bob Menendez underway with jury selection
NEW YORK (AP) — Sen Bob Menendez, a Democrat, went on trial in Manhattan federal court Monday, accused of accepting bribes of gold and cash to use his influence to deliver favors that would help three New Jersey businessmen. Menendez, 70, sat with his lawyers and listened as Judge Sidney H. Stein told several dozen […]
Apple Store employees in Maryland vote to authorize a first strike over working conditions
TOWSON, Md. (AP) — Workers at the first Apple Store to unionize have now also authorized a first strike against the tech giant’s retail operations. Apple Store workers in Towson, Maryland, voted late Saturday to authorize a strike, according to a statement from the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers’ Coalition of Organized Retail […]
Louisiana jury convicts 1 ex-officer and acquits another in 2022 shooting death
GRETNA, La. (AP) — A Louisiana jury has convicted one former law enforcement officer and acquitted another in the 2022 shooting death of a man who was sitting in an SUV outside a house reputed for illegal drug activity. Issac Hughes, who was convicted Friday, and Johnathan Louis, who was acquitted, were Jefferson Parish Sheriff’s […]
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