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Here's a map of Fourth of July events taking place across metro Phoenix
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1 killed at Goodyear home; police search for suspect
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Grand Canyon National Park tourism generated $710 million for local economy in 2021
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UArizona offers free tuition for Native American undergraduate students
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AAA Arizona expects Fourth of July travel to return to near pre-pandemic levels
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3 killed, dozens hurt in Amtrak train crash in Missouri
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Phoenix police involved in shooting near 52nd Street and Thomas Road
Phoenix police were involved in a shooting with a suspect on Monday night, authorities said.
Associated Press
Grand Canyon starting water limitations after pumphouse outage
Grand Canyon National Park is starting water conservation measures on the North Rim due to an electrical failure involving the Roaring Springs pumphouse.
Associated Press
Groups want court to block Arizona 'personhood' law in wake of Roe ruling
An emergency motion was filed seeking to block a 2021 Arizona “personhood” law that abortion rights supporters fear will be used to halt all abortions.
Kevin Stone
Sinkhole almost swallows car after pipe breaks on Phoenix street
A motorist escaped uninjured after driving into a sinkhole that opened up after a pipe broke under a Phoenix street Sunday night.
Kevin Stone
Arizona party leaders laud state budget as bipartisan achievement
The Republican and Democratic leaders of the Arizona House both came out of budget negotiations with good things to say about the agreement.
KTAR.com
Crews take on 4 fires in 2 hours as storms move across Phoenix
Phoenix firefighters responded to a flurry of fires over a two-hour span Sunday as thunderstorms moved across the Valley.Featured KTAR News Content
Arizona Health
SuElen Rivera
Democratic Arizona gubernatorial Hobbs vows to protect women, providers following abortion ruling
Hours after the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, ending almost 50 years of constitutional protections for abortions, Arizona candidate for governor Katie Hobbs vowed to protect women and health care providers if elected in this November's election.
KTAR.com
Scottsdale Community College launching new pharmacy tech training program
Scottsdale Community College announced this week the launch of a pharmacy technician training program.
Danny Shapiro
Women's health providers in Arizona halting abortions following Supreme Court ruling
Some women's health providers in Arizona are halting abortions following Friday's Supreme Court ruling that stripped away constitutional protections for women and left decisions on their legality to the states.
Adriana Gonzalez-Chavez | Cronkite News
Advocates spotlight hidden struggles of young caregivers
As America grows older, more people are becoming caregivers to a loved one in need – including young people thrust into a role for which they have little training or support.
Kevin Stone
Vitalant puts out a call for Phoenix-area donors to address critical blood shortage
With supplies low and hundreds of appointments across metro Phoenix unfilled, Vitalant put out a call Tuesday for donors to address a critical blood shortage.
KTAR.com
Ironwood Cancer & Research Centers to begin work on new Goodyear facility
Ironwood Cancer & Research Centers announced Monday the groundbreaking of its new health care facility in Goodyear.
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Associated Press
Diana Taurasi hits 7 3-pointers as Phoenix Mercury beat Indiana Fever
Diana Taurasi hit a season-high seven 3-pointers in the Phoenix Mercury's 83-71 win over the Indiana Fever on Monday night.
Associated Press
Reports: John Wall to sign with Clippers after being bought out by Rockets
All-Star guard John Wall will reportedly sign with the Los Angeles Clippers after being bought out by the Houston Rockets.
Sam Graveline
PFF: Tight end shaping up to be biggest position battle for Arizona Cardinals
The Arizona Cardinals head into training camp expecting to have healthy competition at a handful of positions, including at tight end.
Associated Press
Matthew Wolff, Ortiz among the latest to join Saudi-backed LIV Golf
The Saudi-funded LIV Golf series has added 23-year-old Matthew Wolff and Oklahoma State's Eugenio Chacarra of Spain.
Jake Anderson
Phoenix Mercury sign forward Reshanda Gray, guard Jennie Simms
The Phoenix Mercury announced a pair of roster moves ahead of Monday night's game against the Indiana Fever.
Jake Anderson
Kyrie Irving opts into $36.5 million option with Brooklyn Nets, per reports
All-Star guard Kyrie Irving will be opting into his $36.5 million player option with the Brooklyn Nets, according to multiple reports.Arizona Business
Tom Kuebel
The Rose Garden cocktail lounge coming to US Bank Center in Phoenix
A new cocktail lounge will be opening in downtown Phoenix in the US Bank Building at the corner of Monroe Street and First Avenue.
Tom Kuebel
Developer chosen for P83 project near Peoria Sports Complex
The city of Peoria announced a partnership with Common Bond Development Group to redevelop an area near the Peoria Sports Complex.
SuElen Rivera
Phoenix café closing to make way for affordable housing apartment complex
A Phoenix café serving visitors for over eight years is closing shop and making way for an affordable housing apartment complex.
Kevin Stone
Mixed-use project near State Farm Stadium dubbed 'District at Sportsman’s Park, Glendale'
A planned mixed-used development in the shadow of State Farm Stadium will be known as “District at Sportsman’s Park, Glendale.”
Danny Shapiro
Phoenix gas station owner unsure how long he can keep price at $4.99 a gallon
A Phoenix gas station owner who has been thrust into the spotlight for his decision to keep gas prices at $4.99 a gallon isn't sure how much longer that will last.
KTAR.com
Arizona High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area brings awareness to fentanyl use in the Valley
KTAR's Community Spotlight this month focus on Shelly Mowrey and the drug use prevention programs she's developed over the past 20 years during her time at Arizona High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area.
United States
Associated Press
Biden arrives in Spain looking to buck up weary NATO allies
MADRID (AP) — President Joe Biden arrived in Spain on Tuesday to meet with fellow leaders of NATO with plans to beef up the American presence in Europe at a moment of growing concern about the alliance’s resolve in the face of the grinding war in Ukraine. White House national security adviser Jake Sullivan said […]
Associated Press
Yacht of wealthiest Russian oligarch docked in haven Dubai
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — The man considered to be the wealthiest oligarch in Russia, who has been photographed playing ice hockey with President Vladimir Putin, joins a growing list of those transferring — or, sailing — their prized assets to Dubai as the West tightens its massive sanctions program on Russia’s economy. Vladimir […]
Associated Press
Bonnaroo, a leader in green fests, faces climate change risk
MANCHESTER, Tenn. (AP) — Since its debut on a rural Tennessee farm two decades ago, the Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival strived to be one of the country’s greenest music festivals, investing in recycling, composting, solar energy and other improvements. But last August Tennessee received the highest 24-hour rainfall ever recorded in a non-coastal state, […]Associated Press
Charges spiked against ex-governor, 8 others in Flint water
DETROIT (AP) — A judge had no authority to issue indictments in the Flint water scandal, the Michigan Supreme Court said Tuesday in an extraordinary decision that wipes out charges against former Gov. Rick Snyder, his health director and seven other people. It’s an astonishing defeat for Attorney General Dana Nessel, who took office in […]
Associated Press
Folk Art Museum offers donors naming rights to CEO's title
NEW YORK (AP) — The American Folk Art Museum, unlike many other arts institutions, managed to avoid layoffs and other cutbacks in the two years after the pandemic through a mix of fundraisers and increased donor contributions. On Tuesday, the museum plans to announce its largest and most unusual recent gift — a $5 million […]
Associated Press
48 migrants die after trailer abandoned in Texas heat
SAN ANTONIO (AP) — Forty-eight people died after being abandoned in a tractor-trailer in the sweltering Texas heat, one of the worst tragedies to claim the lives of migrants smuggled across the border from Mexico to the U.S. Sixteen people were hospitalized, including four children. A city worker heard a cry for help from the […]Podcasts
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Scottsdale Community College launching new pharmacy tech training program
Scottsdale Community College announced this week the launch of a pharmacy technician training program.
Associated Press
Arizona House Republicans back universal school voucher expansion
Republicans in the Arizona House approved a massive expansion of the state's private school voucher program Wednesday, voting to allow any of the state's 1.1 million public school students to apply to use public money to attend private schools.
Associated Press
Arizona Legislature begins hearings on state budget plan as deadline looms
The Republican-controlled Arizona Legislature began hearings Tuesday on a long-delayed state budget plan, which is short of votes and without a clear path to the finish line ahead of the July 1 deadline.Arizona Technology
Kim Komando
How to spot hidden cameras in your vacation rentals
If you're going on vacation any time soon, it's essential to know your rights regarding surveillance cameras in your rental.
Taylor Tasler
100 Club of Arizona unveils apps to help first responders with mental health issues
After a rough couple of years due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the 100 Club of Arizona is hoping to give back to the state's first responders by unveiling an app to deal with mental health issues.
Kim Komando
5 clever ways to use Echo and Alexa that you'll wish you knew sooner
Let's jump into five smart ways smart assistant Alexa can enhance your life, starting with your home's security.
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Most plumbing problems can be fixed with regular maintenance
Instead of waiting for a problem to happen, experts suggest getting a head start on your plumbing maintenance.
Carla Berg, MHS, Deputy Director, Public Health Services, Arizona Department of Health Services
Vaccines are safe if you are pregnant or breastfeeding
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Carla Berg, MHS, Deputy Director, Public Health Services, Arizona Department of Health Services
Update your child’s vaccines before kindergarten
So, your little one starts kindergarten soon. How exciting! You still have a few months before the school year starts, so now’s the time to make sure students-to-be have the vaccines needed to stay safe as they head into a new chapter of life.