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Manzana, an eye-catching mixed-use project, coming to Phoenix's Roosevelt Row
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2 hospitalized with gunshot wounds after domestic dispute, police standoff in Glendale
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With deadline looming, diplomats seek to extend Gaza truce; more hostages, prisoners are freed
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2 teenagers arrested for murder at Casa Grande house party
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Democratic lawmaker moves to force a vote this week on expelling Rep. George Santos from the House
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Cities crack down on homeless encampments. Advocates say that’s not the answer
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Police, family seek answers after 22-year-old Tempe woman found dead in burning car
The family of a 22-year-old Tempe woman who was found dead in a burning car is still seeking answers seven months after her murder.
1-year-old girl in critical condition after being pulled from pool in Phoenix
A 1-year-old girl is in critical condition after being pulled from a backyard pool on Tuesday afternoon, authorities said.
Valley Metro saw boom in light rail ridership with D-backs in World Series
Valley Metro saw a nearly 40% increase in light rail ridership the three days the D-backs hosted World Series games.
Man accused of fleeing scene of fatal hit-and-run in south Chandler
A man was arrested Monday after allegedly fleeing the scene of a fatal hit-and-run in south Chandler.
Arizona to save millions by ending private contract, closing Marana prison facility
The Arizona Department of Corrections Rehabilitation and Reentry is ending its agreement with a private contractor at its Marana facility, a move the state says will save $15 million over the next two years.
Silver Alert issued for man last seen a week ago in west Phoenix
Authorities issued a Silver Alert on Tuesday for a man last seen near 99th Avenue and Camelback Road in Phoenix a week earlier.
ArizonaSports.com
Coyotes’ Michael Carcone scores twice, Connor Ingram stellar in win over Lightning
Connor Ingram stopped 30 shots in his second straight strong performance as the Arizona Coyotes beat the Tampa Bay Lightning.
Oregon State names Trent Bray, former Arizona State assistant, next head football coach
Oregon State named Trent Bray, a former Arizona State assistant, its next head football coach on Tuesday evening.
Suns advance to quarterfinals of NBA In-Season Tournament, to play Lakers
The Phoenix Suns clinched the Western Conference's wild card spot in the NBA's In-Season Tournament and advanced to the knockout round.
Diamondbacks sign LHP Jose Castillo to minor league deal
The Diamondbacks signed left-handed pitcher Jose Castillo to a minor league contract with an invitation to major league spring training.
Arizona football stays at No. 15 in CFP rankings, Washington and Oregon in top 5
The penultimate CFP rankings were released Tuesday, and Georgia remained No. 1 while Michigan moved up a spot to second.
No. 2 Arizona basketball’s Thanksgiving win over Michigan State drew 5 million viewers
The No. 2 Arizona Wildcats played the most-watched regular season game since North Carolina versus Duke in 2008
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Arizona Business
Valley Metro saw boom in light rail ridership with D-backs in World Series
Valley Metro saw a nearly 40% increase in light rail ridership the three days the D-backs hosted World Series games.
Here's what VAI Resort project's economic impact is worth to Glendale
The planned VAI Resort in Glendale is expected to have a $32 million annual economic impact, or about $800 million over 25 years, to the city of Glendale.
Phoenix ranks among major US cities where residents are most 'house rich'
Phoenix is ranked No. 10 among the major U.S. cities that are the most "house rich," according to a study by All Star Homes.
Arizona Health
Arizona suing pharmacy benefit managers, manufacturers over increased insulin prices
Arizona is suing multiple pharmacy benefit managers and manufacturers, accusing them of raising insulin prices as a result of rebate schemes.
Arizona DHS offers details on marijuana recall process over Aspergillus concerns
There’s currently an ongoing voluntary recall for certain marijuana products sold in Arizona dispensaries due to possible contamination.
Arizona's infant mortality rate increased by 11% last year
Arizona's infant mortality rate increased by 11% compared to the previous year. That pushed the state’s infant mortality rate above the national average.
Arizona Votes
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.
Former TV anchor Lake's campaign strategy could be anchor that drags her to bottom of election lake
The latest polling shows that Kari Lake's campaign strategy could be pushing Republican voters away from her, according to KTAR News host Jim Sharpe.
Here are the final results from the 2023 Maricopa County jurisdictional elections
Voters across Maricopa County cast their ballots in local elections that concluded Tuesday. Here are the final election results.
Arizona Homeless News
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.
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.
What's next for those who were living in The Zone homeless encampment in Phoenix?
As the last of the individuals living in "The Zone" homeless encampment in downtown Phoenix were connected to services or placed in temporary housing, some wonder if their new path will be sustainable.
Arizona Education
Glendale Community College earns music school accreditation
The National Association of Schools of Music notified Glendale Community College of their music school accreditation.
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.
Grand Canyon University says it's appealing 'ridiculous' $37.7M federal fine
Grand Canyon University is fighting a $37.7 million fine by the federal government over allegations that it lied to students about the cost of its programs.
Arizona Technology
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.
APS unveils 15-year plan that will meet rising energy demand
APS announced it filed a new plan that will address growing customer energy needs at the Arizona Corporation Commission on Wednesday.
Waymo, Uber launch autonomous vehicle service partnership in Phoenix area
Waymo is teaming up with ride-hailing leader Uber in the Phoenix area to transport passengers and deliver food in autonomous vehicles.
United States
The world economy will slow next year because of inflation, high rates and war, OECD says
WASHINGTON (AP) — The global economy, which has proved surprisingly resilient this year, is expected to falter next year under the strain of wars, still-elevated inflation and continued high interest rates. The Paris-based Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development estimated Wednesday that international growth would slow to 2.7% in 2024 from an expected 2.9% pace […]
Rosalynn Carter set for funeral and burial in the town where she and her husband were born
PLAINS, Ga. (AP) — Rosalynn Carter will receive her final farewells Wednesday in the same tiny town where she was born and that served as a home base as she and her husband, former President Jimmy Carter, climbed to the White House and spent four decades thereafter as global humanitarians. The former first lady, who […]
Michigan to join state-level effort to regulate AI political ads as federal legislation pends
LANSING, Mich. (AP) — Michigan is joining an effort to curb deceptive uses of artificial intelligence and manipulated media through state-level policies as Congress and the Federal Elections Commission continue to debate more sweeping regulations ahead of the 2024 elections. Campaigns on the state and federal level will be required to clearly say which political […]
Conservative attack on government regulation reaches the Supreme Court
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court is hearing arguments in a challenge to the Securities and Exchange Commission’s ability to fight fraud, part of a broad attack on regulatory agencies led by conservative and business interests. The case before the justices Wednesday involves the Biden administration’s appeal of a lower-court ruling that threw out stiff […]
Trump embraces the Jan. 6 rioters on the trail. In court, his lawyers hope to distance him from them
WASHINGTON (AP) — Donald Trump has embraced the rioters who attacked the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021 as patriots, vowed to pardon a large portion of them if he wins a second term and even collaborated on a song with a group of jailed defendants. In his election interference case in Washington, his lawyers […]
Climate contradictions key at UN talks. Less future warming projected, yet there's more current pain
The world is heading for considerably less warming than projected a decade ago, but that good news is overwhelmed by much more pain from current climate change than scientists anticipated, experts said. That’s just one of a set of seemingly contradictory conditions facing climate negotiators who this week gather in Dubai for marathon United Nations […]
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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, […]
West Hunsaker at Morris Hall supports Make-A-Wish Foundation in Arizona
KTAR's Community Spotlight this month focuses on Morris Hall and its commitment to supporting the Make-A-Wish Foundation in Arizona.