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West Valley fugitive who faked death arrested in Indiana
A West Valley fugitive who attempted to fake his death was arrested last week in Indiana, authorities said.
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.
MCSO seeking information after multiple people shot at West Valley party
The Maricopa County Sheriff's Office is seeking information on a West Valley shooting at a party that left multiple people injured.
Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs vetoes grocery tax ban, signs 9 bills into law
Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs vetoed two bills Tuesday, including one to ban local grocery taxes, and signed nine others into law.
Suspect dead following shooting with police in Surprise
A suspect died after being shot by police in the back of a car in Surprise on Tuesday afternoon, authorities said.
Chandler police arrest domestic violence shooting suspect after daylong search
Police in Chandler arrested a man Tuesday who allegedly shot his ex-girlfriend before fleeing in a stolen car the previous day.
Arizona Business
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.
Frontier Airlines to offer nonstop flights from Phoenix to Tampa, Houston
Frontier Airlines is getting ready to launch seasonal nonstop service from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to Houston and Tampa.
Valley-based construction company completes Phoenix Logistics Center
A 160,000-square-foot logistics center finished construction in Phoenix for packaging provider, Georgia-Pacific LLC.
Mediterranean food chain Hummus Republic opens 1st Arizona location in Scottsdale
Hummus Republic, a growing Mediterranean casual food chain, opened its first Arizona store at the Scottsdale Promenade.
LG Energy Solution boosts Queen Creek battery factory investment to $5.5 billion
LG Energy Solution announced Friday that its investment in a new battery factory in Queen Creek will be $5.5 billion, nearly four times more than initially planned.
Ne-Yo to open Johnny's Chicken & Waffles at Westgate in Glendale
Singer-songwriter Ne-Yo announced on Tuesday that Johnny's Chicken & Waffles will open in the West Valley at the end of the month.
ArizonaSports.com
Cardinals ‘feel really good’ at QB as Kyler Murray preps for next phase of rehab
Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray is making steady progress in his rehabilitation from a torn ACL suffered last season.
Roundtable: What are our expectations for the 2023 Diamondbacks?
What our Arizona Sports hosts and ArizonaSports.com editors think this D-backs team can achieve this season.
What to watch in Kevin Durant’s return, closing stretch of the season
Wednesday is expected to bring the home debut of Kevin Durant and the resumption of the Phoenix Suns' incorporation process.
After contract extension, ASU’s Bobby Hurley wasting no time building toward future
ASU men's basketball coach Bobby Hurley has had very little time to celebrate his two-year contract extension through the 2025-26 season.
D-backs eager to get season into full swing after strong spring
With Tuesday's final exhibition of the spring now in the rearview, it's time to look ahead to the regular for the D-backs.
Timberwolves finally at full strength ahead of crucial matchup vs. Suns
The Phoenix Suns have a big-time game on Wednesday against the Minnesota Timberwolves, who have a few things coming together right now.
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Arizona Education
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.
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.
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 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 Rep. Gallego slams Sen. Sinema over 2018 bank deregulation vote
Democratic Rep. Ruben Gallego slammed independent Sen. Kyrsten Sinema of Arizona on Tuesday for backing a bank deregulation bill he says contributed to the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank.
Arizona Technology
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.
These are the best and worst places to put home security cameras
You put a lot of trust in your home security cameras. Here's a list of where place them to ensure the essential spots are covered.
United States
Court hears appeal of ruling favoring Musk in SolarCity deal
DOVER, Del. (AP) — Attorneys for a group of Tesla shareholders are asking the Delaware Supreme Court to overturn a judge’s decision in favor of CEO Elon Musk in a lawsuit challenging the electric car maker’s $2.4 billion acquisition of a solar panel company founded by two of his cousins. The plaintiffs argued Wednesday that […]
Ohio lawmakers OK rail safety rules after train derailment
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Rail safety measures proposed after the February train derailment and toxic chemical burn in East Palestine are closer to becoming law in Ohio, as part of a nearly $13.5 billion transportation budget that cleared the Legislature on Wednesday. A compromise budget plan that chiefly funds work on bridges and highways over […]
Michigan State's Berkey Hall to remain closed after shooting
EAST LANSING, Mich. (AP) — An academic building at Michigan State University where a gunman fatally shot two students and wounded five other s in February will not hold classes or events through next fall. Berkey Hall on the school’s East Lansing campus will remain closed for the rest of this academic year and the […]
Railroad will use Ohio-based firms for derailment cleanup
EAST PALESTINE, Ohio (AP) — Norfolk Southern has agreed to exclusively use Ohio-based businesses to clean up the site of a fiery train derailment last month in a small town near the Pennsylvania state line. Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost made the announcement Wednesday. Yost said he thought it a good idea that the railroad […]
Remembrances, calls for reform at Irvo Otieno's funeral
NORTH CHESTERFIELD, Va. (AP) — Family, friends and other mourners gathered Wednesday at a Virginia church to remember Irvo Otieno at a funeral service, celebrating his life and calling for mental health care and policing reforms after the 28-year-old Black man’s death earlier this month while in custody at a state psychiatric hospital. “He had […]
Lauryn Hill, Megan Thee Stallion headline 2023 Essence Fest
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Hip hop takes center stage at this summer’s Essence Festival of Culture in New Orleans as the event commemorates the 50th anniversary of the genre with performances by Lauryn Hill, Megan Thee Stallion and Jermaine Dupri. Rap artist Doug E. Fresh will curate special performances by other soon-to-be announced hip hop […]
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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
Neck pain can debilitate one’s daily routine, yet 80% of people experience it in their lives and 20%-50% deal with it annually.
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.