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UPDATE: Southbound I-17 reopened at Indian School Road in Phoenix after police situation
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Trump prosecutor focuses on 'cover-up' in closing arguments while defense attacks key witness
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22-year-old man shot dead in his car in north Phoenix
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Detectives seize over 180 pounds of fentanyl in Phoenix
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Arizona girl moves on to quarterfinals of Scripps National Spelling Bee
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Dave says: Use rental property sale proceeds to pay off home, become debt-free
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Speed may have been factor in fatal vehicle-pedestrian collision in Goodyear
A pedestrian died after being struck by a vehicle that a juvenile was driving in Goodyear around 6 p.m. on Monday, authorities said.
Canada-based Porter Airlines to make Arizona debut with Phoenix-Toronto route
Porter Airlines, a Canadian carrier, will make its Arizona debut later this year with a new nonstop route between Phoenix and Toronto.
Suspect dead, police officer injured after shootout in Phoenix
A suspect is dead after a shooting involving an officer with the Phoenix Police Department on May 28, 2024, authorities said.
Cold Beers & Cheeseburgers to open new location in Surprise
Bar and grill chain Cold Beers and Cheeseburgers is opening its 17th location in Arizona and first in Surprise.
Loop 101 off-ramp set to close in Scottsdale for highway expansion
The off-ramp of northbound Loop 101 at Frank Lloyd Wright Boulevard is scheduled to be closed for approximately 60 days, officials announced.
New Canada trade office unveiled in Arizona
A Canadian trade office is opening in the Valley to bolster ties between Arizona and its second-largest trading partner behind Mexico.
ArizonaSports.com
Cardinals’ Kyler Murray claps back at Brice Butler for former WR’s criticism
The chatter never stops when it comes to Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray. This time it's coming from ex-NFLer Brice Butler.
Mercury have worst 3-point shooting night in WNBA history, fall to Sun
The Mercury, who entered Tuesday ranked second averaging 38.1% from deep, shot just 1-of-27 from 3-point range against the Sun.
Tucson remains home market for AHL Roadrunners for foreseeable future
Tucson will remain the home market for the AHL Roadrunners for the 2024-25 season and the "foreseeable future."
3 reasons the Diamondbacks have not created as much chaos on base
What is different about the Diamondbacks and their ability to create chaos on the bases this season compared to 2023.
Cardinals sign 1st-round DL Darius Robinson to rookie contract
The Arizona Cardinals announced they signed 2024 first-round pick Darius Robinson to his rookie contract on Tuesday.
Mercury’s Kahleah Copper nabs WNBA Western Conference Player of the Week
Phoenix Mercury guard Kahleah Copper was named the WNBA Western Conference Player of the Week for the second time in her career.
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Arizona Business
Canada-based Porter Airlines to make Arizona debut with Phoenix-Toronto route
Porter Airlines, a Canadian carrier, will make its Arizona debut later this year with a new nonstop route between Phoenix and Toronto.
New Canada trade office unveiled in Arizona
A Canadian trade office is opening in the Valley to bolster ties between Arizona and its second-largest trading partner behind Mexico.
Tempe biotech firm Nectero lands $96M VC investment to support clinical trials
A Tempe-based biotech company has landed one of the largest venture capital deals – if not the biggest – so far this year in Arizona.
Arizona Health
Arizona Attorney General sues health care facility over illegal secrecy clause, elder abuse
Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes accused a Sun City West facility of using illegal secrecy clauses to hide elder abuse on May 20, 2024.
Executive order from Gov. Katie Hobbs expands contraceptive access in Arizona
Gov. Katie Hobbs issued an executive order protecting reproductive freedoms through increased access to contraception, officials said.
After multiple delays, new Valleywise Health Medical Center to open soon in Phoenix
The new Valleywise Health Medical Center will soon admit its first patients after four years of construction and multiple delays.
Arizona Votes
Republicans, Democrats running for CD-3 debate on economy, border, abortion before primary election
Did you miss the two Arizona CD-3 primary debates between Republicans and Democrats on May 22, 2024? This recap covers the important parts.
Ruben Gallego maintains big lead over Kari Lake in race for Arizona US Senate seat, poll says
The race in Arizona to replace Kyrsten Sinema in the U.S. Senate continues to favor Ruben Gallego over Kari Lake, according to a poll released Thursday.
Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego launches bid for final term
Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego on Thursday launched her bid for a final term, aiming to build on her achievements over the past five years.
Youth Violence
Chandler City Council passes 2 new laws banning brass knuckles, unruly gatherings
Chandler residents who host unruly gatherings or give brass knuckles to minors may get a $2,500 fine due to two new ordinances.
Gilbert Council approves ordinance changes targeting teen violence
The Gilbert Town Council Tuesday approved two ordinance changes that target teen violence, including a ban on brass knuckles.
Defendant pleads guilty to aggravated assault in youth violence cases in Gilbert, Mesa
Christopher Fantastic, a defendant in two East Valley youth violence cases, entered guilty pleas Thursday, according to court records.
Border and Immigration
Speaker believes Arizona House has enough votes to pass Secure the Border Act, send to ballot
Speaker Ben Toma believes the Arizona House has the votes to pass the Secure the Border Act, which would send the controversial measure to the ballot in November.
Arizona senator who wanted amendments to Secure the Border Act explains why he voted 'yes'
An Arizona senator who wanted amendments to the Secure the Border Act before voting "yes" on May 22, 2024, explains why his tune changed.
Arizona's Kyrsten Sinema blasts 'bickering' Senate before border bill test vote fails
Arizona's Kyrsten Sinema expressed her frustration Thursday with the U.S. Senate's unwillingness to pass meaningful border legislation ahead of its failed test vote of a bill she helped negotiate.
Katie Hobbs believes Secure the Border Act would drive businesses out of Arizona
Democratic Gov. Katie Hobbs believes the Secure the Border Act would drive businesses out of Arizona if passed.
Arizona Senate passes controversial Secure the Border Act
The Arizona Senate voted to pass the Secure the Border Act on May 22, 2024, which sends the controversial law to the Arizona House.
Arizona man accused of pointing gun at Border Patrol agent before arrest
An Arizona man was accused of pointing a gun at a Border Patrol agent prior to being arrested, authorities said Thursday.
Arizona Education
4 schools in Scottsdale Unified School District to offer no-cost meals next school year
The Scottsdale Unified School District will provide no-cost meals at four of its schools next school year.
ASU moving employees, classes off Tempe campus due to cooling issue
Arizona State University is moving employees and classes off the Tempe campus until further notice after a water line failed and caused a cooling issue.
Supt. Tom Horne asks 2 Valley schools to remove Amnesty International, citing antisemitism
Arizona Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Horne is asking two Valley high schools to remove Amnesty International from campus, citing concerns about antisemitism.
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
A driver with an Oregon-based medical care nonprofit is fatally shot in Ethiopia while in a convoy
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — A staff member with an Oregon medical care nonprofit was killed when the team he was traveling with in a convoy was fired upon in Ethiopia, officials said Monday. Mustefa Alkisim was a Medical Teams International driver traveling in the insecure Amhara region of Ethiopia Friday when men fired at the […]
European-Japanese climate research satellite launched from California aboard SpaceX rocket
VANDENBERG SPACE FORCE BASE, Calif. (AP) — A European-Japanese climate research satellite designed to study Earth’s temperature balance was launched into orbit from California on Tuesday. The EarthCARE satellite lifted off from coastal Vandenberg Space Force Base atop a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket at 3:20 p.m. The satellite was successfully deployed about 10 minutes later, […]
Former California water official pleads guilty to conspiring to steal water from irrigation canal
FRESNO, Calif. (AP) — A former California water official has pleaded guilty to conspiring to steal water in a deal with federal prosecutors in the state’s crop-rich Central Valley. The Los Angeles Times reports Tuesday that 78-year-old Dennis Falaschi, who used to head the Panoche Water District, entered the plea in federal court in Fresno. […]
Prosecutors build their case at bribery trial of Sen. Bob Menendez with emails and texts
NEW YORK (AP) — Prosecutors were presenting their bribery case against New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez drip-by-drip on Tuesday, showing jurors a steady stream of documents, emails and phone records that they’ll explain more thoroughly later in the trial. The evidence was being shown to Manhattan federal court jurors through the testimony of an FBI […]
Authorities urge proper cooking of wild game after 6 relatives fall ill from parasite in bear meat
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has reaffirmed the importance of properly cooking wild game after six people became sick from a parasite traced to undercooked bear meat that was served at a family reunion in South Dakota. The six — one in South Dakota, four in Minnesota and one […]
Pilot injured after a military fighter jet crashes near international airport in Albuquerque
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — A military fighter jet on its way to an Air Force base in California crashed Tuesday near the international airport in New Mexico’s largest city, sending up a large plume of smoke and injuring the pilot. The pilot, the only person on board, was able to escape after crashing around 2 […]
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It's warming back up in the Valley, which means it's time to think about your air conditioning system's preparedness for summer.