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Mexico's week of drug violence shakes administration
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Feds oppose unsealing affidavit for Mar-a-Lago warrant
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Deadline looms for western states to cut Colorado River use
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Suspect charged in carjacking, shooting at Target parking lot in Peoria
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Silver Alert canceled for 64-year-old woman last seen in Phoenix
Authorities said a Silver Alert for a woman who went missing in Phoenix late last week has been canceled after she was found safe Monday.
Kevin Stone
Actor Troy Kotsur’s vehicle, with Oscar inside, stolen and recovered in Mesa
Groundbreaking actor Troy Kotsur's vehicle, with his Oscar inside, was stolen and recovered in his hometown of Mesa, authorities said.
KTAR.com
Spinato's joins Footprint Center food lineup for Phoenix Suns in October
Popular Valley pizzeria Spinato's is joining the food court lineup at Footprint Center in the fall as the official pizza of the Phoenix Suns.
KTAR.com
Teenage boy killed in early-morning shooting in East Valley
Authorities said a teenage boy was shot and killed near Tempe early Monday and his unknown assailant at large.
KTAR.com
Phoenix man allegedly shoots wife, kills self after hours of talking to police
A woman was hospitalized and a man died from suicide hours after police surrounded his home in response to a domestic dispute, authorities said.
KTAR.com
Arizona man sentenced to over 9 years in prison for drug trafficking
An Arizona man was sentenced last month to over nine years in prison for his role in a drug trafficking organization, authorities said.
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KTAR.com
Arizona diagnostic lab Sonora Quest launches monkeypox PCR test
Sonora Quest Laboratories and Quest Diagnostics announced a "one-of-a-kind" monkeypox test Arizonans can take through health care providers.
KTAR.com
Arizona health official: Fully vaccinated are 10 times less likely to die from COVID
Amid a highly-contagious subvariant of COVID-19 becoming the dominant strain in Arizona, the state's health department said recent data showed fully vaccinated individuals were 10 times less likely to die from the virus.
Luke Forstner
Phoenix homeless shelter fighting outbreak of COVID-19
The Downtown Medical Respite Center run by local nonprofit Circle the City is springing into action to combat an outbreak of COVID-19.
SuElen Rivera
City of Glendale to host Dementia Awareness Day in August
In honor of Glendale joining a national dementia-friendly program last August, the West Valley city will host Dementia Awareness Day next month.
SuElen Rivera
ACA allocates $100M in broadband grants to 20 awardees in rural and urban Arizona
The Arizona Commerce Authority announced earlier this month the allocation of $100 million in broadband grants to 20 awardees in rural and urban Arizona to increase connections for underserved areas.
KTAR.com
10 Arizona counties, including Maricopa, have high COVID-19 community levels
Ten of Arizona's 15 counties now have high COVID-19 community levels, the state's health department said Friday.
ArizonaSports.com
Associated Press
CFP championship games to return to Atlanta, South Florida
Atlanta and South Florida have been selected to host College Football Playoff national championship games for the second time.
Arizona Sports
LSU’s Brennan departs, former ASU QB Daniels reportedly set to start
Jayden Daniels will be the starting QB for LSU after Myles Brennan said he's stepping away from football, per WWL's Kristian Garic.
Dan Bickley
Kliff Kingsbury biggest winner of Cardinals’ start to preseason
Dan Bickley writes that Arizona Cardinals head coach Kliff Kingsbury is the biggest winner out of the team's preseason win over the Bengals.
Kellan Olson
Phoenix Suns get rematch vs. Mavericks on opening night, per report
The Phoenix Suns' regular season will begin at home against the Dallas Mavericks on Oct. 19, according to The Athletic's Shams Charania.
Tyler Drake
Arizona Cardinals’ Greg Dortch determined to prove he belongs in NFL
After a murky start to his NFL career, Cardinals WR Greg Dortch is making the most of his opportunities this offseason.
Arizona Sports
Pac-12 releases ASU, Arizona men’s basketball weekly matchups for 2022-23
The Arizona State men's basketball team visits Colorado, while rival Arizona heads to Utah to start the early portion of the Pac-12 schedule.Arizona Business
KTAR.com
Spinato's joins Footprint Center food lineup for Phoenix Suns in October
Popular Valley pizzeria Spinato's is joining the food court lineup at Footprint Center in the fall as the official pizza of the Phoenix Suns.
KTAR.com
White Castle to open spot in Tempe in 2023, 2nd in Arizona
Popular fast-food chain White Castle announced plans to open a restaurant in Tempe next year, its second location in Arizona.
SuElen Rivera
Phoenix VA says rat infestation at medical center could be over
The Phoenix VA Health Care System said Friday rodent activity at its medical center appears to have slowed down in the last eight days, more than two weeks after rats were found.
KTAR.com
Opendoor to pay $62M in fines for cheating and misleading home sellers
Online homebuyer Opendoor agreed to pay $62 million to settle claims of cheating and misleading customers, the Federal Trade Commission said.
KTAR.com
Beverage can manufacturer Ball Corp to close Phoenix plant
Metal-container manufacturer Ball Corp. said it is shutting down its aluminum can facility in Phoenix, citing rising costs and decreasing demand.
SuElen Rivera
Scottsdale Airport to use $5.4M grant to improve capacity issues
Scottsdale Airport will use $5.4 million in federal grant funding to improve its efficiency and capacity, officials announced.
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Associated Press
River chief imprisoned for fishing fights for sacred rights
THE DALLES, Oregon (AP) — Wilbur Slockish Jr. has been shot at, had rocks hurled at him. He hid underground for months, and then spent 20 months serving time in federal prisons across the country — all of that for fishing in the Columbia River. But Slockish, a traditional river chief of the Klickitat Band […]
Associated Press
Colorado River cuts expected for Arizona, Nevada and Mexico
SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — The federal government on Tuesday is expected to announce water cuts to states that rely on the Colorado River as drought and climate change leave less water flowing through the river and deplete the reservoirs that store it. The Colorado River provides water to 40 million people across seven states […]
Associated Press
Columbia River's salmon are at the core of ancient religion
ALONG THE COLUMBIA RIVER (AP) — James Kiona stands on a rocky ledge overlooking Lyle Falls where the water froths and rushes through steep canyon walls just before merging with the Columbia River. His silvery ponytail flutters in the wind, and a string of eagle claws adorns his neck. Kiona has fished for Chinook salmon […]
Associated Press
Companies facing first tax on stock buybacks in Biden bill
WASHINGTON (AP) — Democrats have pulled off a quiet first in their just-passed legislation addressing climate change and health care: the creation of a tax on stock buybacks, a cherished tool of Corporate America that had long seemed untouchable. Under the bill President Joe Biden is scheduled to sign into law Tuesday, companies will face […]
Associated Press
Cheney braces for loss as Trump tested in Wyoming and Alaska
CHEYENNE, Wyo. (AP) — Wyoming Rep. Liz Cheney, a leader in the Republican resistance to former President Donald Trump, is fighting to save her seat in the U.S. House on Tuesday as voters weigh in on the direction of the GOP. Cheney’s team is bracing for a loss against a Trump-backed challenger in the state […]
Associated Press
Biden to sign massive climate, health care legislation
KIAWAH ISLAND, S.C. (AP) — President Joe Biden will sign Democrats’ landmark climate change and health care bill on Tuesday, delivering what he has called the “final piece” of his pared-down domestic agenda, as he aims to boost his party’s standing with voters less than three months before midterm elections. The legislation includes the most […]Podcasts
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Arizona Education
Danny Shapiro
Arizona school district moves to 4-day weeks to boost teacher recruitment, retention
An Arizona school district moved to four-day weeks this year in an effort to boost teacher recruitment and retention and it's working, according to one principal.
KTAR.com
Rep. Greg Stanton of Arizona, MCCCD announce bioscience funding
Rep. Greg Stanton and the Maricopa County Community College District announced funding for bioscience program development Monday morning.
SuElen Rivera
Tom Horne leads GOP nomination for Arizona school superintendent
Tom Horne is the leading Republican candidate for Arizona's Superintendent of Public Instruction as results continue to trickle in Wednesday morning.
Arizona Technology
Kim Komando
If your inbox is a mess, here's a surefire way to keep email in check
If you’re sick of wasting time searching endless or scrolling through your inbox, it’s time to up your email game. Every Gmail user should do this.
KTAR.com
Microchips bill driven by Sens. Sinema, Kelly of Arizona earns praise from business leader
Bipartisan legislation negotiated by Democratic U.S. Sens. Kyrsten Sinema and Mark Kelly of Arizona became law Tuesday, a move commended by one of the state's top business executives.
Kim Komando
Change these settings on your televisions to reduce eye strain
Here are a few tips to minimize eye strain, neck strain and eye fatigue when you're relaxing and watching television.
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Day & Night Air Conditioning, Heating and Plumbing
Here are 4 signs the HVAC unit needs to be replaced
Pool renovations and kitchen upgrades may seem enticing, but at the forefront of these investments arguably should be what residents use the most. In a state where summertime is sweltering, access to a functioning HVAC unit can be critical.
Day & Night Air Conditioning, Heating and Plumbing
Ways to prevent clogged drains and what to do if you're too late
While there are a variety of ways to prevent clogged drains, it's equally as important to know what to do when you're already too late.
Sanderson Ford
Don't let rising fuel prices stop you from traveling Arizona this summer
There's no better time to get out on the open road and see what the beautiful state of Arizona has to offer. But if the cost of gas is putting a cloud over your summer vacation plans, let Sanderson Ford help with their wide-range selection of electric vehicles.
Mayo Clinic Orthopedics and Sports Medicine
Why your student-athlete’s physical should be conducted by a sports medicine specialist
Dr. Anastasi from Mayo Clinic Orthopedics and Sports Medicine in Tempe answers some of the most common questions.
Dr. Richard Carmona
Great news: Children under 5 can now get COVID-19 vaccine
After more than two years of battle with an invisible killer, we can now vaccinate the youngest among us against COVID-19. This is great news.