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BREAKING: Lawyer: Trump indicted; 1st ex-president charged with crime
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Chandler wants residents to have their say on protected bike lanes
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Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs vetoes bill to ban tents in public places
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Arizona Dairy Queen on the hunt for missing red spoon statue
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Population growth in Maricopa County was largest in nation for second consecutive year
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Arizona's News Roundup: Phoenix business owners win homelessness suit, Hobbs’ staffer resigns
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Teacher's aide in Mesa arrested for allegedly sexual abusing 9-year-old girl
A teacher's aide at a Mesa elementary school was arrested for allegedly sexual abusing a 9-year-old girl multiple times on campus.
Phoenix Union Superintendent Gestson leaving after 8 years at helm
The superintendent of the Valley's largest public high school district is leaving after eight years for a university-level position.
Ripley's Believe It or Not! makes return to Scottsdale's Arizona Boardwalk
Fans of bizarre, unbelievable items may be happy to hear Ripley's Believe It or Not! has made its return to Arizona Boardwalk in Scottsdale.
Arizona Democrats sue third-party No Labels, Sec. of State Fontes
The Arizona Democratic Party filed a complaint Thursday against Secretary of State Adrian Fontes and newly recognized third party No Labels.
Alt-rock veterans Everclear to take center stage at Mesa Music Festival in April
Alt rockers Everclear headline the upcoming sixth annual Mesa Music Festival, a free three-day event designed to promote emerging artists.
Life Time plans luxury apartments, fit living complex for Paradise Valley Mall makeover
A Phoenix developer and a national health club chain are working together to build a luxury community at the reimagined Paradise Valley Mall.
Arizona Business
Life Time plans luxury apartments, fit living complex for Paradise Valley Mall makeover
A Phoenix developer and a national health club chain are working together to build a luxury community at the reimagined Paradise Valley Mall.
Here's why a metro Phoenix shopping center is changing its name
A metro Phoenix shopping center is changing its name, saying growth in the area and increased demand are the reasons for the switch.
New Gilbert development to include 2-story Starbucks
Construction is set to begin next week on an 11-acre project that will bring a flagship two-story Starbucks to the East Valley.
Here's why gas prices are rising in metro Phoenix, across Arizona
Gas prices are surging in metro Phoenix and across Arizona and a fuel industry expert says there is a main reason for it.
Phoenix restaurant owner says long 'way to go' following judge's homeless encampment decision
A judge has ordered Phoenix to find a solution for a large homeless camp, but a local restaurant owner said it could be a while before progress is seen.
New Harkins entertainment center concept BackLot coming to Phoenix
Valley-based movie theater chain Harkins is planning to open a new kind of family entertainment center in Phoenix called Backlot.
ArizonaSports.com
D-backs’ Zac Gallen roughed up in Opening Day loss to Dodgers despite 7 Ks
Zac Gallen struggled with the PitchCom device throughout his outing, having to place it back on his glove after it fell off multiple times.
What’s new at Chase Field for the 2023 Diamondbacks season
New themed hot dogs, jersey giveaways and premium seating options will be available to Arizona Diamondbacks fans at Chase Field.
Phoenix Suns will force Denver Nuggets, NBA to pick their poison
The Phoenix Suns are going to be putting opposing defenses in challenging positions the rest of the season.
Arizona Cardinals sign former Cowboys DL Carlos Watkins
The Arizona Cardinals signed former Dallas Cowboys defensive lineman Carlos Watkins on Thursday.
Zac Gallen has most bets to win NL Cy Young Award
With Opening Day on Thursday, D-backs pitcher Zac Gallen is the most bet-on pitcher to win the NL Cy Young Award with the eighth-best odds.
Arizona State picks up JUCO guard Malachi Davis in transfer portal
Arizona State men's basketball coach Bobby Hurley got his first domino to fall in the transfer portal on Thursday in JUCO guard Malachi Davis.
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Arizona Education
Phoenix Union Superintendent Gestson leaving after 8 years at helm
The superintendent of the Valley's largest public high school district is leaving after eight years for a university-level position.
Report finds UA campus safety gaps after fatal shooting
A report found there were missed opportunities to investigate an expelled University of Arizona student who killed a professor last year.
Arizona public universities team up to research police, firefighter staffing shortages
Arizona’s three public universities are teaming up to help police and fire departments across the state to solve staffing shortages.
Valley school district switches to 4-day workweek to recruit, retain staff
A Phoenix-area school district is switching to a four-day workweek to attract new employees and entice current ones to stay on the job.
Supt. Horne says crank call 'idiocy' won't derail Arizona hotline for parent complaints
Arizona Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Horne said bogus reports won’t sidetrack the hotline he created to field parent complaints about lesson material.
Senate bill seeks to create list of banned books in Arizona schools
State lawmakers in Arizona are considering a bill that would create a list of books not allowed in public schools.
Arizona Health
UArizona researchers awarded nearly $1M to track tick species and their diseases
Researchers at the University of Arizona are building the first database of tick distribution and correlated diseases in the state.
Valley students taking peer-to-peer approach when raising awareness for fentanyl
A group of students at Valley schools are working together to raise awareness of the deadly effects of fentanyl.
Banner Health announces plan to open Scottsdale hospital in 2026
Banner Health announced Monday it plans to open a full-service hospital and cancer care center in the northeast Valley.
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Arizona Votes
Arizona Democrats sue third-party No Labels, Sec. of State Fontes
The Arizona Democratic Party filed a complaint Thursday against Secretary of State Adrian Fontes and newly recognized third party No Labels.
Arizona high court rejects all but 1 of Kari Lake's election claims
The Arizona Supreme Court has declined to hear most of Republican Kari Lake’s appeal in a challenge of her defeat in the governor’s race but revived a claim that was dismissed by a trial court.
Rep. Grijalva of Arizona asks DOJ to investigate Cochise County over election appointment
U.S. Rep. Raul Grijalva wants the Department of Justice to investigate Cochise County for giving elections director duties to its recorder.
Arizona Technology
Chandler pilot program to have drones deliver medical supplies to assisted living facility
Chandler has approved a pilot program that will have drones deliver medical supplies from a pharmacy to an assisted living facility about 2 miles away.
Here's the 1 security step you can't afford to skip on Windows PC or Mac
Stepping away from your computer creates an opportunity for hackers, crooks, or simply nosy people with nothing better to do than snoop. Here's how to prevent them from getting a look at what you're doing.
Protect your privacy from apps and people tracking your every move
Install an app, and in the legalese, it says the app developer has the right to share or transfer data collected from users with third-party entities, including advertisers, marketers, or data brokers. But you can make it stop.
United States
Dangerous storms, tornadoes forecast for US Midwest, South
JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — Meteorologists are urging people in parts of the Midwest and southern U.S. to be ready Friday for dangerous weather including tornadoes, saying the conditions are similar to those a week ago that unleashed a devastating twister that killed at least 21 people in Mississippi. An outbreak of severe thunderstorms has the […]
Trump's indictment in New York: Here's what to know
NEW YORK (AP) — Donald Trump has become the first former U.S. president to be charged with a crime, the culmination of a political rise defined by unprecedented scandal. The vote of a Manhattan grand jury to indict the Republican former president on charges related to hush money payments made on his behalf during his […]
Conservative media figures leap to Donald Trump's defense
NEW YORK (AP) — Conservative media figures leaped to Donald Trump’s defense with apocalyptic language Thursday, claiming the former president was being unfairly persecuted by a Manhattan grand jury’s indictment and predicting his 2024 bid for the White House would get a boost from his perceived martyrdom. “This is totally unacceptable and a disgrace to […]
Climate, coups risk African goal of silencing guns by 2030
UNITED NATIONS (AP) — The goal of silencing the guns in Africa this decade is being challenged by climate change, terrorism, coups and the continent’s history, the head of the African Union initiative told the U.N. Security Council on Thursday. Attaining the goal is at risk even after the date was pushed back once to […]
Trump's indictment, long expected, still stuns at NYC court
NEW YORK (AP) — If you didn’t know what you were looking for, you might’ve missed it. Even then, it was hard to know at the moment that history was unfolding before your eyes. Donald Trump’s indictment, the first of a former U.S. president, was quietly brought to the clerk’s office at the Manhattan criminal […]
2 police officers and a suspect wounded in Memphis shooting
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — Two officers and a man with a gun were wounded in a shooting in Memphis on Thursday night, police said. Officers responded to a call about a man with a gun at about 7:30 p.m. when all three were shot, the Memphis Police Department said on Twitter. The officers and the […]
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Here's what you need to know about OCD and where to find help
It's fair to say that most people know what obsessive-compulsive spectrum disorders generally are, but there's a lot more information than meets the eye about a mental health diagnosis that affects about one in every 100 adults in the United States.
5 common causes for chronic neck pain
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Valley Boys & Girls Club uses esports to help kids make healthy choices
KTAR’s Community Spotlight focuses on the Boys & Girls Club of the Valley and the work to incorporate esports into children's lives.
Company looking for oldest air conditioner and wants to reward homeowner with new one
Does your air conditioner make weird noises or a burning smell when it starts? If so, you may be due for an AC unit replacement.
Sports gambling can be fun for adults, but it's a dangerous game for children
While adults may find that sports gambling is a way to enhance the experience with more than just fandom on the line, it can be a dangerous proposition if children get involved in the activity.
Celebrate 50 years of Vrbo Fiesta Bowl Parade magic!
Since its first production in the early 1970s, the Vrbo Fiesta Bowl Parade presented by Lerner & Rowe has been a staple of Valley traditions, bringing family fun and excitement to downtown Phoenix.