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Valley fast-food operator to open 32 Slim Chickens in Arizona
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Arizona state Rep. Frank Pratt dies following long illness
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Body of 18-year-old man recovered from Tempe Town Lake
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Dave Ramsey says: Think of emergency fund as insurance
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Arizona News
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Poll finds over half oppose Ducey's ban on mask mandates in Arizona schools
A poll of Arizonans showed more than half oppose Gov. Doug Ducey's ban on mask mandates in schools and withholding funds from districts that have mask requirements.6 hours ago
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Silver Alert canceled after body identified as missing 103-year-old Phoenix man
A Silver Alert for a 103-year-old Phoenix man who had been missing for nearly a month was canceled Tuesday after formal identification of his body, authorities said.8 hours ago
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Arizona reports 1,934 new COVID-19 cases, 71 more deaths Tuesday
Arizona health officials on Tuesday reported 1,934 new COVID-19 cases and 71 additional deaths from the disease.8 hours ago
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Cigna Medical Group opens new health care center at SkySong in Scottsdale
Cigna Medical Group has opened the doors of a new health care center at SkySong in Scottsdale, allowing patients to access multiple services in one place.12 hours ago
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Student-run restaurant at Scottsdale Community College reopens Tuesday
People will once again be able to taste creations from the young minds in the Scottsdale Community College culinary arts program as the student-run restaurant reopens for lunch service beginning Tuesday.12 hours ago
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Omni breaks ground on 16-story hotel at ASU in Tempe
Tempe and Arizona State University officials have broken ground on a $125 million hotel that is the subject of a lawsuit review by the Arizona Supreme Court.13 hours ago
Arizona Health
KTAR.com
Poll finds over half oppose Ducey's ban on mask mandates in Arizona schools
A poll of Arizonans showed more than half oppose Gov. Doug Ducey's ban on mask mandates in schools and withholding funds from districts that have mask requirements.6 hours ago
KTAR.com
Arizona reports 1,934 new COVID-19 cases, 71 more deaths Tuesday
Arizona health officials on Tuesday reported 1,934 new COVID-19 cases and 71 additional deaths from the disease.8 hours ago
KTAR.com
Cigna Medical Group opens new health care center at SkySong in Scottsdale
Cigna Medical Group has opened the doors of a new health care center at SkySong in Scottsdale, allowing patients to access multiple services in one place.12 hours ago
KTAR.com
Arizona reports 2,020 new COVID-19 cases, no deaths Monday
Arizona health officials on Monday reported 2,020 new COVID-19 cases and no additional deaths from the disease.1 day ago
Associated Press
Arizona's rural patients struggle to transfer to full state hospitals
As Arizona’s biggest hospitals fill up with COVID-19 cases, physicians in some of the state’s smaller or more rural communities fear it’s their patients who need specialty care who will pay the ultimate price.2 days ago
KTAR.com
Arizona reports 2,457 new COVID-19 cases, 26 more deaths Sunday
Arizona health officials on Sunday reported 2,457 new COVID-19 cases and 26 additional deaths from the disease.2 days ago
ArizonaSports.com
Diamondbacks’ Seth Beer having surgery on left shoulder
Arizona Diamondbacks infielder/outfielder Seth Beer is having surgery Thursday on his left shoulder, manager Torey Lovullo said on Tuesday.1 hour ago
Christian Kirk playing with more confidence in slot for Cardinals
Christian Kirk is off to a strong start this season now that he is lining up in his more natural position.1 hour ago
ESPN highlights D-backs’ MiLB standouts as the season closes
The D-backs had several promising performances this year in the Minor Leagues, including from pitcher Ryne Nelson.2 hours ago
Cardinals activate WR Antoine Wesley, release K Matt McCrane
The Cardinals activated receiver Antoine Wesley from the COVID-19 reserve Tuesday and released kicker Matt McCrane from the practice squad.3 hours ago
Trio of Suns players enter Sports Illustrated’s NBA top 100 ranking
Three Phoenix Suns players are ranked in Sports Illustrated's ongoing annual ranking of the top 100 NBA players.3 hours ago
Trailer drops for ‘American Underdog,’ movie of Kurt Warner’s journey
Lionsgate Movies on Tuesday released the trailer for the biopic detailing former NFL quarterback Kurt Warner's career path.4 hours ago
Arizona Business
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Cigna Medical Group opens new health care center at SkySong in Scottsdale
Cigna Medical Group has opened the doors of a new health care center at SkySong in Scottsdale, allowing patients to access multiple services in one place.12 hours ago
KTAR.com
Student-run restaurant at Scottsdale Community College reopens Tuesday
People will once again be able to taste creations from the young minds in the Scottsdale Community College culinary arts program as the student-run restaurant reopens for lunch service beginning Tuesday.12 hours ago
KTAR.com
Omni breaks ground on 16-story hotel at ASU in Tempe
Tempe and Arizona State University officials have broken ground on a $125 million hotel that is the subject of a lawsuit review by the Arizona Supreme Court.13 hours ago
KTAR.com
Tempe Center for the Arts announces return to in-person performances, vaccine requirement
Tempe Center for the Arts last week announced its fall lineup and a return to live, in-person performances for the first time in over a year with added requirements.2 days ago
Shane Purcell I Cronkite News
As COVID-19 restrictions ease, Valley traffic returns and carbon emissions rise
Traffic has returned to metro Phoenix in a big way, causing delays in morning and afternoon commutes and increasing carbon emissions in an area that has long-standing problems with air quality.2 days ago
KTAR.com
Highest priced single building industrial sale in Arizona history completed
The highest priced single building industrial sale in Arizona history has been completed, the seller announced Thursday.2 days ago
United States
Associated Press
California now has nation's lowest virus transmission rate
LOS ANGELES (AP) — California has the lowest coronavirus transmission rate of any state following a sharp decline in cases and hospitalizations after a summer surge. The nation’s most populous state is the only one experiencing “substantial” coronavirus transmission, the second-highest level on the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s color-coded map. So is […]18 minutes ago
Associated Press
GLIMPSES: Britain's Johnson rides rails to meet Amtrak Joe
WASHINGTON (AP) — Oh, the conversations that happen when powerful people meet. Could the “very special relationship” between the U.S. and the United Kingdom become even more secure now that President Joe Biden and Prime Minister Boris Johnson have bonded over their shared love of trains? Biden famously rode Amtrak almost daily between his home […]43 minutes ago
Associated Press
Teen pleads guilty in killing of college student in NYC park
NEW YORK (AP) — One of two teens charged as adults in the fatal stabbing of a college student in a New York City park pleaded guilty Tuesday to murder and robbery charges. Luchiano Lewis was accused of holding Barnard College freshman Tessa Majors in a headlock and preventing her from escaping while another 14-year-old […]1 hour ago
Associated Press
Second accuser joins lawsuit against billionaire Leon Black
NEW YORK (AP) — A second woman has accused billionaire Leon Black of rape in claims lawyers are seeking to add to a defamation lawsuit filed against him in the spring. The woman, identified only as Jane Doe, added her claims late Monday to a June lawsuit in New York state court that seeks unspecified […]1 hour ago
Associated Press
Charges related to death of spiritual leader dropped
DENVER (AP) — Criminal charges have been dropped in connection with the death of a spiritual leader whose mummified body was found in what appeared to be a shrine in a southern Colorado home, according to court officials. The body of Amy Carlson, 45, the leader of the Love Has Won group, was found decorated […]2 hours ago
Associated Press
Experts eye more travel testing to contain COVID in Hawaii
HONOLULU (AP) — Hawaii officials are facing pressure to increase COVID-19 testing for travelers as the islands deal with a record surge of new infections, hospitalization and deaths. The calls come as federal guidelines change to require negative virus tests from both vaccinated and unvaccinated people coming to the U.S. Despite evidence that more COVID-19 […]2 hours ago
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Arizona Education
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Poll finds over half oppose Ducey's ban on mask mandates in Arizona schools
A poll of Arizonans showed more than half oppose Gov. Doug Ducey's ban on mask mandates in schools and withholding funds from districts that have mask requirements.6 hours ago
KTAR.com
Student-run restaurant at Scottsdale Community College reopens Tuesday
People will once again be able to taste creations from the young minds in the Scottsdale Community College culinary arts program as the student-run restaurant reopens for lunch service beginning Tuesday.12 hours ago
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Mesa High School evacuated after bomb threat called in
Mesa High School was evacuated Wednesday morning after a bomb threat was called in, authorities said.6 days ago
SuElen Rivera
71 Arizona nonprofits receive grants totaling $123M, trustees announce
In surprise individual presentations, 71 Arizona nonprofits were informed they will receive one-time grants totaling $123 million, officials announced Monday.8 days ago
Associated Press
Judge considering challenge to Arizona's school masks ban
A judge was considering whether to overturn several new Arizona laws that restrict the power of cities, counties and school districts to impose COVID-19 restrictions like mask mandates after hearing arguments in the case Monday.8 days ago
KTAR.com
South Mountain Community College breaks ground on $13.6M expansion, renovation
Construction of a $13.6 million science complex project at South Mountain Community College has begun with officials breaking ground on Monday.8 days ago
Arizona Technology
Kim Komando
7 ways your smartphone can help you get things done
Let’s jump into seven uses for your phone that can make the day and whatever tasks are on hand simpler.2 days ago
SuElen Rivera
Phoenix nonprofit partners with app for gardeners to donate food for hunger relief efforts
A nonprofit that works to overcome poverty in Phoenix has partnered with a mobile app that will allow gardeners to donate food to support local hunger relief efforts, officials announced Thursday.8 days ago
Kim Komando
Scan photos and documents without buying a scanner
If you just need to get a digital copy of your license or some other document, I’ll show you how to do it with the tech you own instead of buying a scanner.9 days ago
Ken Colburn, Data Doctors
A variety of tech makes deleting internet cookies a waste of time
The most common way your behavior is tracked is through the use of cookies, which are small text files that are placed in your computer with information about your online activities. Now there's fingerprinting.10 days ago
KTAR.com
Electric-vehicle conversion company moving to Gilbert, hiring 300
A Tempe-based electric vehicle conversion manufacturer plans to move into a huge new facility in the East Valley before the end of year and then ramp up production by spring.13 days ago
Torrence Dunham
Arizona among the first states to allow residents to add driver's license to Apple Wallet
Presenting your driver's license or state ID at select airport security checkpoints is about to get much easier as Arizona is among the first states that will allow residents to have identification cards on their Apple products.15 days ago
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How one organization supports early childhood literacy for the most vulnerable
Nearly two out of every three children in low-income communities don’t own a single children’s book, a fact that ultimately could have profound impacts even before entering kindergarten, according to Arizona nonprofit Southwest Human Development.2 days ago
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Grill like a pro this fall with tips from Albertsons
As the weather cools and football season kicks off, it’s a great time to fire up the grill and enjoy your favorite outdoor meals.20 days ago
Chris Kennedy
My Special Aflac Duck® taking flight in Arizona
For more than 65 years, Aflac has had the extraordinary opportunity and privilege to help provide peace of mind to individuals who have our supplemental insurance policies.2 months ago
BARROW NEUROLOGICAL INSTITUTE
More stroke patients eligible for acute treatment, thanks to research
Historically, patients underwent acute stroke treatments according to strict time guidelines. But thanks to recent advancements in stroke research, more patients are becoming candidates for clot-busting drugs and endovascular therapy at specialized centers like Barrow Neurological Institute.2 months ago
Day & Night Air
Tips to lower your energy bill in the Arizona heat
Does your summer electric bill make you groan? Are you looking for effective ways to reduce your bill?2 months ago
