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BREAKING: Phoenix Police Department fires officer who fatally shot man throwing rocks at patrol cars
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Silver Alert issued for 77-year-old Chandler man who left home on foot
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Trump says Arizona's abortion ban goes too far while defending the overturning of Roe v. Wade
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Man convicted of killing 6-year-old Tucson girl sentenced to 'natural life' prison term
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Southbound Loop 101 Agua Fria Freeway reopened in Phoenix following vehicle fire
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EXCLUSIVE AUDIOArizona Senate Republican leader responds to state Supreme Court abortion ruling
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Phoenix Indian Center relocating to midtown office building in May
In an effort to better support its growing base of clients, Phoenix Indian Center plans to move its offices to a site in midtown Phoenix.
The abortion stance both sides need to agree on in Arizona
KTAR News host Jim Sharpe believes Arizonans should listen to each other and not be swayed by politicians looking for a vote when it comes to abortion.
Traffic backed up for miles when crash temporarily closes Interstate 17 north of metro Phoenix
Traffic was backed up for miles when a crash temporarily closed Interstate 17 north of metro Phoenix on Wednesday morning.
Phoenix Suns superfan Mr. ORNG, who coaches at a Valley high school, accused of child sex crimes
A Valley high school coach who is well known as Phoenix Suns superfan Mr. ORNG was arrested Wednesday for alleged child sex crimes.
West Valley man, brother sentenced for coordinating human smuggling ring
A West Valley man was sentenced to 37 months in prison for coordinating a human smuggling ring. His brother was previously prosecuted.
Californian sports apparel brand opening shop in Scottsdale Fashion Square
Vuori, a Californian sports apparel brand, will start selling workout clothes in Scottsdale next Friday, officials announced.
ArizonaSports.com
Suns show same bad vibes, do barely enough to beat depleted Clippers
The Phoenix Suns were gifted a depleted Los Angeles Clippers squad on Wednesday the night after a terrible loss to L.A.
Suns change starting 5, replace Grayson Allen with Royce O’Neale
The Suns shifted their starting lineup on Wednesday night against the Clippers following an embarrassing loss to L.A. the night prior.
Diamondbacks sign second baseman Kolten Wong to minor-league contract
The Arizona Diamondbacks have signed veteran second baseman Kolten Wong to a minor-league contract on Wednesday.
Diamondbacks take series over Rockies behind Eugenio Suarez’s 2-run double
Diamondbacks 3B Eugenio Suarez handed Arizona the 5-3 victory over Colorado on Wednesday behind a two-run double in the ninth inning.
Clippers’ Paul George, Kawhi Leonard, James Harden out vs. Suns
The Los Angeles Clippers will be without Paul George, James Harden and Kawhi Leonard when they take on the Phoenix Suns on Wednesday night.
Relocation? Sale? Arizona Coyotes have 3 potential paths in arena saga
The Coyotes could be forced to sell, potentially relocating to Utah. There is a chance they could bring an expansion team back to Arizona.
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Arizona Business
Californian sports apparel brand opening shop in Scottsdale Fashion Square
Vuori, a Californian sports apparel brand, will start selling workout clothes in Scottsdale next Friday, officials announced.
TSMC getting $6.6B in new federal funding, to build 3rd semiconductor fab in Phoenix
There's a new TSMC facility coming to Phoenix, the company announced on Monday. It will also receive $6.6 billion dollars in federal funding.
Here are the 13 richest people in Arizona in 2024, according to Forbes
It was another strong showing for those with Arizona ties on the Forbes' 2024 billionaire list with 13 people to make the cut.
Arizona Health
The abortion stance both sides need to agree on in Arizona
KTAR News host Jim Sharpe believes Arizonans should listen to each other and not be swayed by politicians looking for a vote when it comes to abortion.
Top metro Phoenix prosecutor says women can't be tried for abortions in light of ruling
Metro Phoenix's top prosecutor said women can't be tried for abortions under Arizona law the same day the state Supreme Court mostly banned the procedure.
Joe Biden calls Arizona abortion decision 'cruel ban' as state politicians disagree with ruling
Democrats, including Joe Biden, denounced the Arizona Supreme Court's ruling that made most abortions in the state illegal.
Arizona Votes
Maricopa County reveals winners of 'I Voted' sticker design contests
Maricopa County Recorder Stephen Richer presented the winners of the county's "I Voted" sticker design contest on Monday.
Reps. Andy Biggs, Paul Gosar reportedly subpoenaed in Arizona fake elector probe
Reps. Andy Biggs and Paul Gosar reportedly have been ordered to testify for the grand jury looking into Arizona's 2020 fake elector case.
AZ Political Podcast: Democratic political consultant Stacy Pearson hits the hottest topics
On this episode of AZ Political Podcast, Democratic political consultant Stacy Pearson discusses the latest, including Ruben Gallego fundraising numbers.
Youth Violence
Queen Creek police chief wants to hold hosts of party where Preston Lord was attacked accountable
Queen Creek Police Chief Randy Brice explains why his department submitted charges against the hosts of a Halloween party where a teen died.
Queen Creek police chief explains why police left party area before attack on Preston Lord
The Queen Creek Police Department released a report on the investigation into Preston Lord's death last week.
Gilbert Police Department may add new position solely focused on helping youth, chief says
Gilbert Police Chief Michael Soelberg said his department may create a new position — youth engagement officer — to help kids in the town.
Border and Immigration
Arizona leaders urge federal officials to properly fund state's border shelter services
Arizona leaders are urging the Biden Administration to make sure the state gets its fair share of the $650 million recently allocated for border shelter services -- and soon.
We need an Easter basket of bucks delivered to the border—before Sunday
The recently passed budget signed by Joe Biden has border money in it, but Arizona needs that money right now, says KTAR News host Jim Sharpe.
Trial underway for Arizona border rancher charged with killing migrant on his property
A 75-year-old Arizona rancher went on trial Friday in the fatal shooting of a migrant on his property near Mexico.
Anticipation and anger on Texas border as strict immigration law again on hold
Texan leaders want to arrest and deport migrants accused of entering the U.S. illegally. Courts are fighting the Texas immigration law.
Here's what KTAR News learned from '48 Hours on the Border' immigration series
KTAR News, in conjunction with ABC15 Arizona, spent the last week examining the economic, social and political issues surrounding immigration.
Nogales business leader believes community hasn't been as affected by border crisis
Recent migrant surges strained cities and nonprofits across the Southwest, but a business leader said Nogales hasn't been hit as hard as others.
Arizona Education
New therapy center through Centria Autism opens in Glendale
A new Life Skills Autism Academy (LSAA) center through Centria Autism opened in Glendale last week, officials announced Monday.
Embattled University of Arizona President Robert Robbins won't stay on past current contract
Embattled University of Arizona President Dr. Robert C. Robbins will step down at the end of his current contract -- or sooner if a successor is in place.
Phoenix school launching immersive classroom program with virtual reality technology
A Phoenix school is launching an innovative immersive classroom program that utilizes virtual reality technology.
Arizona Homeless News
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.
State lawmaker wants to change Arizona law related to drug use and homelessness
Arizona state Rep. Matt Gress introduced a bill that would amend current law to create drug-free zones within areas around service providers.
Arizona Technology
Waymo, Uber Eats announce partnership for driverless food delivery in metro Phoenix
Waymo and Uber are expanding their partnership in metro Phoenix to include a driverless food delivery program through Uber Eats.
6 electric vehicle charging stations now available at libraries across Phoenix
Six electric vehicle charging stations are now available at public libraries across Phoenix.
Phoenix school launching immersive classroom program with virtual reality technology
A Phoenix school is launching an innovative immersive classroom program that utilizes virtual reality technology.
United States
A mission of mercy, then a fatal strike: How an aid convoy in Gaza became Israel’s target
DEIR AL BALAH, Gaza Strip (AP) — It was hours after sundown when the eight aid trucks drove from the makeshift jetty, cobbled together from tons of wreckage left across Gaza by months of war. The trucks were escorted by three vehicles carrying aid workers from the World Central Kitchen, the relief organization that had […]
'Forever chemicals' are found in water sources around New Mexico, studies find
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — So-called forever chemicals have been found in water sources across New Mexico, according to recent studies by the U.S. Geological Survey and state environment officials. The federal agency detailed the findings Wednesday, the same day the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced its first-ever limits for several common types of PFAS, or […]
Man gets 7½ years for 2022 firebombing of Wisconsin anti-abortion office
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — A Wisconsin man was sentenced Wednesday to 7½ years in prison after pleading guilty to firebombing the office of an anti-abortion group two years ago. Hridindu Roychowdhury, 29, of Madison, also will serve three years on supervised release under the sentence handed down by U.S. District Judge William Conley and was […]
Kansas City Chiefs' Rashee Rice facing aggravated assault charge after high-speed crash in Dallas
DALLAS (AP) — Dallas police said Wednesday that Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice faces charges including aggravated assault after he and another speeding driver of a sports car caused a chain-reaction crash on a Dallas highway. Police said that arrest warrants have been issued for the 23-year-old for one count of aggravated assault, […]
Experts say Wisconsin woman who at 12 nearly killed girl isn't ready to leave psychiatric center
Two psychologists testified Wednesday that a Wisconsin woman who at age 12 stabbed a sixth-grade classmate nearly to death to please the online horror character Slender Man should not be released yet from a psychiatric hospital. Morgan Geyser, now 21, wants to leave Winnebago Mental Health Institute with conditions. But one psychologist said the case […]
Nashville school shooting families accuse senator of using bill to get his way in records lawsuit
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Family members representing the six people killed in a Nashville school shooting last year have filed an ethics complaint against a Tennessee state senator, arguing he is being self-serving by both suing for the release of the shooter’s writings and filing legislation to prevent third parties like them from intervening in […]
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