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Suspect arrested 2 months after fatal Phoenix shooting
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Newly released video shows moment suspect in robbery is fatally shot in Phoenix
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Donald Trump leads in Arizona as Joe Biden support wanes, poll says
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Arizona Humane Society's 1st bottle baby kittens of 2024 ready for adoption
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It's so hot in Mexico that howler monkeys are falling dead from the trees
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Trump hush money trial enters new phase after defense rests without testimony from former president
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Former Arizona grad student convicted of first-degree murder in 2022 shooting of professor
A former University of Arizona grad student was convicted of first-degree murder after fatally shooting a professor on campus two years ago.
Elderly woman presumed dead in northern Arizona after reporting her house on fire
An elderly woman was believed to have been found dead in her northern Arizona home after she had reported that it caught fire on Saturday.
19-year-old dies after falling from Gilbert parking garage, police say
Police said 19-year-old Mubasher Masood died after falling off the top of a Gilbert multi-story parking garage.
Arizona gas prices on the fall heading into Memorial Day weekend
Arizona drivers will get the benefit of decreasing gas prices heading into Memorial Day weekend.
Surprise father killed his 2 children in murder-suicide, police say
A Surprise man killed his two children in an apparent murder-suicide on May 20, 2024, according to police.
Firefighters gain some containment of Wildcat Fire burning north of Phoenix
Firefighters had a breakthrough Monday in containing the Wildcat Fire that has been burning north of Phoenix for days.
ArizonaSports.com
Dates, times announced for Arizona Cardinals’ 2024 preseason slate
The dates and times for the Arizona Cardinals' preseason games in 2024 were finalized on Wednesday morning.
Diamondbacks’ Jake McCarthy provides perspective on Corbin Carroll’s struggles
Jake McCarthy went through a difficult follow-up tp his rookie season and is confident Corbin Carroll will fight through this.
Diamondbacks’ Brandon Pfaadt keeps quality starts rolling in win over Dodgers
Diamondbacks starting pitcher Brandon Pfaadt threw his fifth consecutive quality start Tuesday night in a win at the Dodgers.
Kahleah Copper scores 37 points, leads Mercury to win over Aces
Kahleah Copper scored 37 points and the Phoenix Mercury handed the Las Vegas Aces their first loss of the season 98-88 on Tuesday night.
Diamondbacks’ Ketel Marte extends hitting streak to join exclusive club in team history
Arizona Diamondbacks second baseman Ketel Marte extended his hitting streak to 20 games against the Los Angeles Dodgers.
New Suns assistant GM will be ‘tremendous asset’ through limitations
The Phoenix Suns will not be going through a regular offseason this summer and innovative thinking is critical.
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Arizona Business
Oliver's Modern American to open in former Polynesian Dairy Queen site in Scottsdale
Oliver's Modern American, poised to take over the country's sole former Polynesian Dairy Queen site, will open in Scottsdale this Friday.
Arizona Biltmore sold for $705M — the Valley's largest hospitality deal this year
The Arizona Biltmore, one of the longest-running and most notable resorts in the Valley, is under new ownership and new management.
Phoenix still a top US market for big-box industrial growth, report says
Phoenix has kept its title as one of the top markets in the country for the growth of large warehouse space even as the sector has cooled off nationally, according to a CBRE Group Inc. report.
Arizona Health
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 Supreme Court grants 90-day delay on enforcement of state's 1864 abortion law
The Arizona Supreme Court on Monday granted a 90-day stay on allowing the state's 1864 abortion law to go back into effect, clearing the way for a possible appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court.
Arizona Votes
Ex-NYC Mayor Rudy Giuliani, Arizona's Kelli Ward plead not guilty in fake elector case
Giuliani appeared remotely for the arraignment that was held in a Phoenix courtroom. His trial will take place in October.
Read the unredacted indictment in Arizona Republican fake elector investigation
Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes on Monday released the unredacted indictment in the case where 18 high-profile suspects are accused of taking part in a Republican fake elector scheme in the state.
John Eastman pleads not guilty on charges connected to Arizona fake electors case
Attorney John Eastman pleaded not guilty on Friday to conspiracy, fraud and forgery charges for his role in the effort to overturn Donald Trump’s loss in Arizona in 2020.
Youth Violence
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.
Defendants in 3 cases connected to Gilbert Goons plead guilty to assault charges
Defendants in three East Valley youth violence cases connected to the Gilbert Goons have entered guilty pleas.
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.
Border and Immigration
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 Republican explains why he won't vote for current version of Secure the Border Act
Republican state Sen. Ken Bennett said he doesn't support the Secure the Border Act in its current form and won't unless he sees changes to the bill.
U.S. Sen. Kelly of Arizona urges GOP colleagues to consider bipartisan border agreement
U.S. Sen. Mark Kelly of Arizona urged Republicans to pass a bipartisan border agreement on the Senate floor Wednesday.
San Diego passes Tucson as busiest sector for illegal border crossings from Mexico into US
Arrests for illegally crossing the U.S. border from Mexico fell more than 6% in April to the fourth lowest month of the Biden administration.
Arizona Chamber of Commerce leader explains opposition to HCR2060, aka Secure the Border Act
The leader of Arizona’s largest business advocacy group explained Wednesday why he opposes HCR2060, aka the Secure the Border Act.
Most Arizona voters agree immigration reform is needed, survey finds
Most Arizona voters believe that immigration reform is needed and will require a bipartisan solution to fix ongoing problems, according to a survey released Monday.
Arizona Education
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.
Mesa High School student arrested after gun found by new detection system
A Mesa High School student was arrested Wednesday after a weapon was found by a newly implemented detection system, officials said.
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
Tennessee to become first state to offer free diapers for Medicaid families
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Tennessee will soon become the first state in the country to offer free diapers to families enrolled in the state’s Medicaid program after receiving federal approval, state officials have confirmed. According to TennCare, Tennessee’s Medicaid program, families will be able to receive up to 100 diapers per month for children under […]
Authorities still conducting search, rescue after tornado slams Iowa; at least 1 dead
GREENFIELD, Iowa (AP) — Authorities in Iowa were continuing search and rescue efforts Wednesday, a day after a deadly tornado slammed the state, devastating the town of Greenfield and killing an undisclosed number of people there. About 25 miles (40 kilometers) southwest of Greenfield, a woman died Tuesday when the vehicle she was driving was […]
Rangers recover the body of a Japanese climber who died on North America's tallest peak
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — Rangers have recovered the body of a Japanese man who died after an apparent fall while climbing North America’s tallest peak, authorities said Tuesday. Denali National Park and Preserve identified the climber as T. Hagiwara, from Sapporo, Hokkaido, Japan. He was identified by his first initial in keeping with his family’s […]
Detroit could be without Black representation in Congress again with top candidate off the ballot
LANSING, Mich. (AP) — A Detroit Democrat will not appear on the ballot after building significant support within the party in his attempt to unseat U.S. Rep. Shri Thanedar in Michigan’s August primary, after election officials determined that he had not submitted enough valid signatures. Wayne County Clerk Cathy Garrett’s ruling on Tuesday to keep […]
Letters lead to meeting killer, life-changing moment
DeAnn Kilgore grappled with the unexpected letter from her husband's killer, Michael Moore. Despite initial reluctance, she read it, prompting a profound journey of forgiveness and spiritual healing for herself and her family.
Hawaii officials stress preparedness despite below-normal central Pacific hurricane season outlook
HONOLULU (AP) — This year’s hurricane season for waters around Hawaii will likely be “below normal” with one to four tropical cyclones across the central Pacific region, forecasters said Tuesday. A near-normal season has four or five cyclones, which include tropical depressions, tropical storms and hurricanes. Last year, during strong El Nino conditions, four tropical […]
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Desert Institute for Spine Care is the place for weekend warriors to fix their back pain
Spring has sprung and nothing is better than March in Arizona. The temperatures are perfect and with the beautiful weather, Arizona has become a hotbed for hikers, runners, golfers, pickleball players and all types of weekend warriors.
Here are 5 things Arizona residents need to know about their HVAC system
It's warming back up in the Valley, which means it's time to think about your air conditioning system's preparedness for summer.
Midwestern University Clinics: transforming health care in the valley
Midwestern University, long a fixture of comprehensive health care education in the West Valley, is also a recognized leader in community health care.