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Gov. Katie Hobbs wants the port of entry reopened in Lukeville. Are you satisfied with the plan she came out with last Friday?

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Man accused in west Phoenix murder, also linked to November armed robbery

A man was arrested in connection to a murder and armed robbery in west Phoenix, authorities said.

The holidays are here and with that can come a certain level of stress. A Valley health expert has ...

Balin Overstolz McNair

Valley health expert gives tips on reducing holiday stress

The holidays are here and with that can come a certain level of stress. A Valley health expert has tips to take pressure off yourself and loved ones.

The 10-story building in downtown Phoenix that houses the Arizona Republic and KPNX-TV has changed ...

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Accounting firm buys Arizona Republic office building in downtown Phoenix

Phoenix-based ViaWest Group has sold the downtown Phoenix office tower that houses The Arizona Republic and KPNX-TV 12News.

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Weekend wrap-up: Here are the biggest Arizona stories from Dec. 8-10

Here are some of the biggest stories that headlined the Arizona news cycle over the weekend from Dec. 8-10.

Members of the U.S. Border Patrol and U.S. Customs and Border Protection organize a group of migran...

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Smugglers are bringing migrants to a remote Arizona border crossing, overwhelming US agents

With migrants crossing daily, the U.S. shut down the nearby crossing near Lukeville to free up officers to help with transportation.

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Arizona Attorney General Mayes launches investigation into gift card cloning

Arizona AG Kris Mayes launched an investigation into an organized retail theft scheme, her office announced Friday.

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Will the debut of Suns’ Big 3 bring back the vibes at Footprint Center?

These revamped Phoenix Suns have yet to connect with the city, writes Dan Bickley. The proof is in the vibe.

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Suns’ Bradley Beal available to return from injury vs. Warriors; Kevin Durant questionable

Suns guard Bradley Beal is available to return to action Tuesday at home against the Warriors, Frank Vogel said.

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Arizona Cardinals re-sign WR Jeff Smith to practice squad

The Arizona Cardinals re-signed wide receiver Jeff Smith to the practice squad on Monday, the team announced.

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Arizona basketball strengthens No. 1 ranking ahead of top-3 showdown vs. Purdue

Arizona strengthened its ranking atop The Associated Press Top 25 men's college basketball poll, setting up a showdown against Purdue.

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Arizona WR Tetairoa McMillan makes 2023 AP All-America Third Team

Arizona Wildcats receiver Tetairoa McMillan was named to The Associated Press All-American Third Team on Monday for his sophomore season.

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Arizona Sports

Michigan State transfer, past Kenny Dillingham QB recruit Sam Leavitt commits to Arizona State

Michigan State quarterback transfer Sam Leavitt committed to the Arizona State Sun Devils on Monday, per Arizona Sports' John Gambadoro.

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Real estate investor to open drive-thru Taco Viva restaurant in Phoenix

Taco Viva, a new restaurant founded by the managing director of a Scottsdale real estate investment firm, is set to open in early 2024.

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Fazoli's set to open first street-side location since returning to Phoenix market

Italian fast-casual restaurant Fazoli's is set to debut its first street-side location since returning to the metro Phoenix market.

A conceptual rendering of Swags — a multi-story steakhouse that's being proposed in Old Town Scot...

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Scottsdale pumps brakes on high-end Swags steakhouse in Old Town

The fate of a proposed high-end steakhouse in Scottsdale's entertainment district won't be decided for at least another month.

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The holidays are here and with that can come a certain level of stress. A Valley health expert has ...

Balin Overstolz McNair

Valley health expert gives tips on reducing holiday stress

The holidays are here and with that can come a certain level of stress. A Valley health expert has tips to take pressure off yourself and loved ones.

Seasonal visitor restrictions are now in effect at Banner Health facilities due to the increased ri...

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Banner Health facilities in Arizona restrict visitors due to flu concerns

Seasonal visitor restrictions are now in effect at Banner Health facilities due to the increased risk of flu and respiratory virus concerns.

HonorHealth Paradise Valley location opens...

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Valley-based health care provider uses tech to boost quality of care

Valley-based health-care provider HonorHealth is using technology to lighten the burden on staff at one hospital.

Arizona Votes

A judge rejected Kari Lake’s request to examine ballot envelopes of 1.3 million voters, giving th...

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Kari Lake loses bid to see ballot envelopes in trial tied to Arizona election defeat

A judge rejected Kari Lake’s request to examine signed ballot envelopes of 1.3 million early voters from Arizona's 2022 election.

Republican Cochise County Supervisors Tom Crosby, left, and Peggy Judd, right, were indicted on ele...

Danny Shapiro

2 Arizona county officials indicted on election interference charges from 2022

Two Arizona county officials have been indicted on election interference charges stemming from their conduct in 2022, officials announced Wednesday.

The Mohave County, Arizona, Board of Supervisors voted Nov. 20, 2023, against a plan to hand count ...

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Mohave County supervisors again reject plan to hand count all 2024 ballots

Mohave County officials narrowly rejected a proposal to hand count all ballots in the 2024 election cycle rather than using tabulation machines.

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Study says the US is ill-prepared to ensure housing for the growing number of older people

The United States is ill-prepared to ensure housing and care for the growing ranks of America's older people.

The Maricopa County Board of Supervisors approved $10 million to help seniors exit homelessness and...

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Maricopa County invests $10M into housing projects for seniors, low-income families

Maricopa County officials approved $10 million to convert a hotel into senior housing and build a rental community for low-income families.

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Mesa moves forward with converting hotel into temporary homeless shelter

The city of Mesa announced Monday it will move forward with converting a former hotel into a temporary homeless shelter.

Arizona Education

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Early care and education system underserving kids in Arizona, report says

A new report has found Arizona's early care and education (ECE) system is underserving kids, especially those from marginalized communities.

Glendale Community College's music school received a national accreditation....

Damon Allred

Glendale Community College earns music school accreditation

The National Association of Schools of Music notified Glendale Community College of their music school accreditation.

File photo of a sign at the University of Arizona entrance in Tucson. Students and faculty members ...

Associated Press

University of Arizona students, teachers angry over $240M budget shortfall

Students and faculty members harshly criticized University of Arizona President Robert C. Robbins on Thursday over a $240 million budget shortfall.

Arizona Technology

HonorHealth Paradise Valley location opens...

Balin Overstolz McNair

Valley-based health care provider uses tech to boost quality of care

Valley-based health-care provider HonorHealth is using technology to lighten the burden on staff at one hospital.

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David Veenstra

Amkor announces $2 billion facility in Peoria for packaging Apple chips

Amkor Technology will spend $2 billion to build a new advanced semiconductor packaging and test facility in Peoria.

Sammy Hagar his selling his 2015 Ferrari LaFerrari at the 2024 Barrett-Jackson collector car auctio...

Kevin Stone

Rocker Sammy Hagar to sell his rare hybrid Ferrari at Scottsdale Barrett-Jackson auction

Rock star Sammy Hagar will put a one-of-a-kind Ferrari on the block during the 2024 Barrett-Jackson collector car auction in Scottsdale.

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3 Chilean nationals accused of burglarizing high-end Michigan homes

Three Chilean nationals have been arrested in connection with a series of burglaries of mansions and other high-end homes in suburban Detroit and across Michigan. The charges were announced Monday by Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel who said the three are suspected in eight break-ins after they arrived in the Detroit area on a Feb. […]

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Firefighters search for anyone trapped after corner of six-story Bronx apartment building collapses

NEW YORK (AP) — A six-story corner of a Bronx apartment building collapsed Monday afternoon, leaving apartments exposed like a stack of shelves, according to authorities and bystander and news video. There were no reports of injuries by early evening, but firefighters were continuing to search. A worker at a nearby deli, Julian Rodriguez, said […]

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After losing Houston mayor's race, US Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee to seek reelection to Congress

HOUSTON (AP) — Two days after losing her bid to be Houston’s next mayor, longtime U.S. Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee announced on Monday she will seek a 16th term in Congress in 2024. Jackson Lee first took office in 1995. Her district includes downtown Houston and some of the city’s historically Black neighborhoods, including 3rd […]

A Bible rests on the lawn of Community Baptist Church amongst storm debris Monday, Dec. 11, 2023, i...

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Two Nashville churches, wrecked by tornados years apart, lean on each other in storms' wake

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — After a March 2020 tornado destroyed the Rev. Jacques Boyd’s Nashville church, his friend, the Rev. Vincent Johnson, lent him space to worship in. Nearly four years later, Boyd has offered to return the favor for the exact same reason. “Whatever we have is available to them,” said Boyd, who leads […]

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The US is restricting visas for nearly 300 Guatemalan lawmakers, others for 'undermining democracy'

MIAMI (AP) — The Biden administration announced on Monday that it would impose visa restrictions on nearly 300 Guatemalan lawmakers, private sector leaders and their families it accuses of “undermining democracy and the rule of law.” Guatemala faces mounting criticism by world leaders and watchdogs accusing it of attempts to block progressive president-elect Bernardo Arévalo […]

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Texas woman who sought court permission for abortion leaves state for the procedure, attorneys say

AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — A pregnant Texas woman who sought court permission for an abortion in an unprecedented challenge to one of the most restrict bans in the U.S. has left the state to obtain the procedure, her attorneys said Monday. The announced came as Kate Cox, 31, was awaiting a ruling from the Texas […]

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Damon Allred

Avoid a potential emergency and get your home’s heating and furnace safety checked

With the weather getting colder throughout the Valley, the best time to make sure your heating is all up to date is now. 

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David Veenstra

KTAR launches online holiday auction benefitting Boys & Girls Clubs of the Valley

KTAR is teaming up with The Boys & Girls Clubs of the Valley for a holiday auction benefitting thousands of Valley kids.

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Valley residents should be mindful of plumbing ahead of holidays

With Halloween in the rear-view and more holidays coming up, Day & Night recommends that Valley residents prepare accordingly.

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The best ways to honor our heroes on Veterans Day and give back to the community

Veterans Day is fast approaching and there's no better way to support our veterans than to donate to the Military Assistance Mission.

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Dierdre Woodruff

Interest rates may have peaked. Should you buy a CD, high-yield savings account, or a fixed annuity?

Interest rates are the highest they’ve been in decades, and it looks like the Fed has paused hikes. This may be the best time to lock in rates for long-term, low-risk financial products like fixed annuities.

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The 2023 Diamondbacks are a good example to count on the underdog

The Arizona Diamondbacks made the World Series as a surprise. That they made the playoffs at all, got past the Milwaukee Brewers in the NL Wild Card round, swept the Los Angeles Dodgers in the NLDS and won two road games in Philadelphia to close out a full seven-game NLCS went against every expectation. Now, […]