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Trial set to start on charges Smollett faked racist attack
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Supreme Court set to take up all-or-nothing abortion fight
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Anxiety grows that Biden administration can’t find balance on immigration
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Arizona News
Ulysse Bex | Cronkite News
Arizona jobless rate continues steady decline, workforce keeps growing
Arizona’s unemployment rate continued its steady decline in October, falling to 5.2%, down a full percentage point from two months earlier.
Associated Press
1 person dead in wrong-way crash involving 4 vehicles in Phoenix
A wrong-way collision on a Phoenix freeway early Saturday involved four vehicles and killed the wrong-way driver..
Tom Kuebel
Airbnb names Phoenix family as top new hosts in Arizona
Owners of a Charming Coronado Casita with 123 ratings in its first year were named as the top new Airbnb hosts in Arizona.
KTAR.com
Arizona reports 3,655 new COVID-19 cases, 47 deaths on Saturday
Arizona health officials on Saturday reported 3,655 new COVID-19 cases and 47 deaths.
Ken Colburn, Data Doctors
In need of Gmail storage space cleanup tips? Here are a few to get you started
If you haven’t done much in the past to keep the clutter from building up in your Gmail account, there are a number of places where you can free up valuable storage space.
KTAR.com
Gilbert Police Department hoping for leads in 1991 missing persons cold case
It's been more than 30 years since the disappearance of 23-ear-old Gilbert resident Lisa Jameson, and police are still hoping for tips that may lead to solving the case.Arizona Health
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Arizona reports 3,655 new COVID-19 cases, 47 deaths on Saturday
Arizona health officials on Saturday reported 3,655 new COVID-19 cases and 47 deaths.
KTAR.com
Arizona reports 3,322 new COVID-19 cases, 4 deaths on Friday
Arizona health officials on Friday reported 3,322 new COVID-19 cases and four deaths.
Associated Press
Arizona COVID-related hospitalizations continued to inch upward
Arizona on Wednesday reported over 4,000 additional confirmed COVID-19 for the fifth time this month as virus-related hospitalizations continued to inch upward.
Griselda Zetino
Health official offers Thanksgiving food preparation and safety tips
A registered dietitian and nutritionist with the Mayo Clinic in Phoenix said there are a number of steps you can take to have a safe and healthy meal this Thanksgiving.
Associated Press
Arizona hospital executives stress need for COVID-19 vaccinations as cases rise again
Hospital executives and public health authorities across Arizona pleaded Tuesday for people to get vaccinated and do everything possible to avoid spreading the coronavirus as they gird for another surge in cases that threatens once again to overwhelm the state’s health care system.
KTAR.com
Arizona reports 120 more COVID deaths as inpatient numbers keep rising
Arizona on Tuesday had one of its largest daily COVID-19 death reports since last winter and saw the number of hospital inpatients with the coronavirus rise for the 11th consecutive day.
ArizonaSports.com
Arizona Sports
Report: Oklahoma to target Cardinals’ Kingsbury for head coaching job
The Arizona Cardinals hired Kliff Kingsbury ahead of the 2019 season after he was the head coach at Texas Tech.
Alex Weiner
The 5: Key moments in ASU’s Territorial Cup victory
Here are five moments that made the difference in Arizona State's fifth straight Territorial Cup victory against Arizona.
Associated Press
Reports: Florida to hire Former ASU OC Billy Napier as head coach
The Sun Devils' offense averaged 31.8 points per game under Billy Napier before he became the head coach at Louisiana.
Sam Graveline
Former Cardinals WR Anquan Boldin named semifinalist for HOF Class of 2022
Among the 26 players who were named semifinalists for the Hall of Fame's class of 2022, former Cardinals WR Anquan Boldin made the cut.
Arizona Sports
Colt McCoy’s pair of wins starting for Arizona Cardinals: By the numbers
There are a handful of notable numbers to take away from Colt McCoy's two wins as a starter for the Arizona Cardinals.
Kellan Olson
Phoenix Suns smash Nets, return home with 16-game winning streak intact
Take the Phoenix Suns' winning streak out of the equation and these past two days are still their most impressive in a young season thus far.Arizona Business
Ulysse Bex | Cronkite News
Arizona jobless rate continues steady decline, workforce keeps growing
Arizona’s unemployment rate continued its steady decline in October, falling to 5.2%, down a full percentage point from two months earlier.
Tom Kuebel
Airbnb names Phoenix family as top new hosts in Arizona
Owners of a Charming Coronado Casita with 123 ratings in its first year were named as the top new Airbnb hosts in Arizona.
KTAR.com
The Pick lottery ticket sold at Walmart in Surprise hits $8.8 million jackpot
If you bought a ticket for Wednesday night's The Pick lottery drawing in the West Valley, you'll want to check those numbers.
Griselda Zetino
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport to get millions from infrastructure bill
Millions of federal dollars for repairs and upgrades are headed to the Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport in the East Valley thanks to the $1.2 trillion infrastructure bill signed into law this month.
KTAR.com
Bell Bank Park in Mesa seeking to hire 500 ahead of January grand opening
The organization behind a new 320-acre, world-class sports facility set to open in Mesa in January is looking to hire more than 500 employees.
KTAR.com
Angie's Lobster takeout opening in Tempe soon, other locations in 2022
The family behind the drive-thru Salad and Go chain has cast its net on another to-go-only dining option: lobster.United States
Associated Press
Police: Officer in Maryland fatally shoots man with knife
GLEN BURNIE, Md. (AP) — A police officer in Maryland fatally shot a knife-wielding man and later found a woman dead inside the same home, authorities in Anne Arundel County said Sunday. The incident in Glen Burnie began with a phone call to police from a woman who said that she and a juvenile had […]Associated Press
Man can revive suit against New Orleans over police beating
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — A federal appeals court says a Hispanic Iraq War veteran can revive his lawsuit over a beating by two New Orleans police officers who he said called him a “fake American.” The Times-Picayune/The New Orleans Advocate reports that the 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruled in favor of Jorge Gomez […]
Associated Press
Carrie Meek, pioneering Black former congresswoman, dies
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — Carrie Meek, the grandchild of a slave and a sharecropper’s daughter who became one of the first Black Floridians elected to Congress since Reconstruction, died Sunday. She was 95. Meek died at her home in Miami after a long illness, family spokesperson Adam Sharon said in a statement. The family […]Associated Press
Body of missing 2-year-old girl found in Indiana river
COLUMBUS, Ind. (AP) — A diver on Sunday found the body of a 2-year-old girl reported missing after her father was pulled from his partially submerged truck in a southern Indiana river. Her body was discovered in the White River more than 2 miles (3.22 kilometers) from where her father was pulled from the same […]
Associated Press
New country, new name for US citizen 'Enes Kanter Freedom'
BOSTON (AP) — Boston Celtics center Enes Kanter is changing his name to “Enes Kanter Freedom” to celebrate becoming a United States citizen. Kanter’s manager, Hank Fetic, told The Associated Press that Kanter will have his citizenship oath ceremony on Monday afternoon and at the same time will complete his legal name change. The news […]Associated Press
Lee Enterprises tries to ward off hostile takeover by Alden
DAVENPORT, Iowa (AP) — The Lee Enterprises newspaper chain has adopted a “poison-pill” plan to protect itself from a hostile takeover while the company’s board considers an unsolicited offer from hedge fund Alden Global Capital. The shareholder rights plan would take effect if Alden gets control of more than 10% of Lee’s stock any time […]Podcasts
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Kyrene School District approves higher pay for substitute teachers
The Kyrene School District Governing Board on Tuesday approved a pay increase for substitute teachers.
Chad Bradley I Cronkite News
Arizona law allows Indigenous students greater cultural expression at graduation
Before a new Arizona law was passed in April, some schools prohibited regalia at graduations, contributing to systemic limits on cultural expression.
KTAR.com
$240M in tech, research proposals approved for ASU, UArizona, NAU
The board governing Arizona’s three public universities recently approved $240 million in funding proposals for technology and research advancements.Arizona Technology
Kim Komando
Amazon shoppers need to take these steps during the holidays
The holiday shopping season is a good time to revisit Amazon's security essentials, so you don’t have to worry about spoiling a surprise or putting your privacy at risk.
KTAR.com
$240M in tech, research proposals approved for ASU, UArizona, NAU
The board governing Arizona’s three public universities recently approved $240 million in funding proposals for technology and research advancements.
Kim Komando
Get more life out of your dying phone battery with these tips
When you’re out and about and realize your battery life is low, what can you do?
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Sanderson Ford
Sanderson Ford offers cars and deals for all this holiday season
Sanderson Ford’s No! Vember Black Friday sale is giving an opportunity to purchase a new 2021 vehicle just in time for the holiday season.
ENVOQUE MD
Thyroid issues: Here are the warning signs and what to do
In a 100-person office in the United States, an estimated 12 co-workers, employees and loved ones, will likely develop a thyroid condition during their lifetime. That’s because, according to the American Thyroid Association, more than 12% of the U.S. population will experience thyroid issues.
Sweet James
Upcoming holiday season is peak time for DUI arrests
The holiday season may be the most wonderful time of the year, but it’s also the most dangerous time of the year to be driving. That’s why it’s important to remember to call Sweet James Accident Attorneys if you’re injured or arrested because of a DUI accident.
PNC BANK
How your family can explore the Musical Instrument Museum
Whether you want to spend a day with family, do crafts with kids at home, or have an adult night out, the Musical Instrument Museum in Phoenix has options. As the world’s only global musical instrument museum, MIM offers interactive and immersive exhibits to foster an appreciation of different cultures and their instruments. “A visit […]
DISC DESERT INSTITUTE FOR SPINE CARE
What you need to know about spine health
With 540 million people suffering from lower back pain, it remains the leading cause of long-term disability. That’s why World Spine Day on Oct. 16 will raise awareness about spinal health with its theme, BACK2BACK. “BACK2BACK will focus on highlighting ways in which people can help their spines by staying mobile, avoiding physical inactivity, not overloading […]