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Manhattan DA postpones Trump grand jury session, AP sources say
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Ben Shelly, former Navajo Nation President, dies at age 75
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Supreme Court weighs Jack Daniel's case against Arizona-based dog toy maker
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Fed raises key rate by quarter-point despite bank turmoil
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Arizona News

Arrest made in Phoenix hit-and-run that caused pregnant passenger to lose baby
A Phoenix woman was arrested and charged with manslaughter and drunken driving after a pregnant woman miscarried following a hit-and-run collision earlier this week.

During Arizona visit, Mayorkas touts efforts to combat fentanyl smuggling
DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas said during a trip to the Arizona border that a new drug operation has seized over 900 pounds of fentanyl.

Body of burned man found in dumpster near downtown Phoenix
The burned body of a man was found in a dumpster near downtown Phoenix on Tuesday morning, authorities said.

More evacuation orders issued for flooding in northern Arizona
More evacuation orders were issued in northern Arizona on Wednesday morning for flooding caused by rainfall and snowmelt.

Latest round of rain creates issues for drivers on Valley roadways
Two people were rescued after getting trapped in Cave Creek flood waters Wednesday morning and a pothole opened up on Interstate 17.

Silver Alert canceled after missing woman found safe in East Valley
A Silver Alert was canceled Wednesday afternoon after the subject was found safe in the East Valley, authorities said.
Arizona Business

Phoenix restaurant owner speaks about turmoil surrounding homeless encampment
As homelessness in downtown Phoenix rises, a restaurant shop owner is counting on change from officials to revitalize the heart of the city.

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.

Crust Simply Italian expanding with location in new downtown Mesa apartment complex
Crust Simply Italian is expanding with a location in a new downtown Mesa apartment complex coming in the fall.

Phoenix-based Nikola to complete battery manufacturing relocation to Arizona next month
Nikola Corporation is completing its battery manufacturing relocation from California to Arizona this spring.

Digital license plate company gets approval to sell in Arizona
Digital license plate company ReviverMX Inc. is now selling its smart license plates in Arizona after getting approval.

Company boosts mental health through hair care services
ClipDart Giveback, which connects those in need with hair care services, will be participating in Arizona Gives Day in April.
ArizonaSports.com

ESPN’s Passan buying D-backs rise, eyeing Jordan Lawlar 2023 debut
Could the Arizona Diamondbacks be much more competitive a year earlier than expected? ESPN's Jeff Passan believes so.

Cardinals’ mock draft scenarios: Arizona keeps the No. 3 pick
Trade the third overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft or keep it? That's the question Cardinals GM Monti Ossenfort will answer soon enough.

ESPN’s Bill Barnwell sees logical landing spot for Cardinals’ DeAndre Hopkins
The trade speculation surrounding Arizona Cardinals wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins rolls on with each passing day of the offseason.

Clippers’ Paul George out 2-3 weeks with sprained right knee
Paul George has a sprained right knee and the Los Angeles Clippers All-Star will be re-evaluated in two to three weeks.

Kerr Kriisa entering transfer portal after 3rd year with Wildcats
Point guard Kerr Kriisa will enter the transfer portal after playing his third year with the Arizona Wildcats, he told ESPN.

What happened to the Phoenix Suns in the clutch this season?
The Phoenix Suns went from a historically good team in the clutch last season to a bad one this year. What happened?
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Arizona Education

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.

Pima County teenager wins Arizona Spelling Bee, will head to nationals with Chandler runner-up
An eighth grader from Pima County bested a field of 26 other students to capture the Arizona Spelling Bee over the weekend and advance to the national contest in June.

Arizona’s school vouchers program director working to address parent concerns
After her family benefited from Arizona’s school vouchers program for years, Christine Accurso is now working to ensure it works properly for other parents as the program’s new executive director.

Complaints of ‘inappropriate lessons’ reported to Arizona Empower Hotline being investigated
An investigation into half a dozen complaints is underway following the launch of the Arizona Empower Hotline early last week.

Grand Canyon University to open accelerated nursing program site in Chandler
Grand Canyon University announced it is opening an accelerated nursing program site in Chandler this fall.
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

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.

Kevin Robinson, Kesha Hodge Washington on way to winning Phoenix City Council seats
Initial results from the Phoenix City Council runoff showed Kevin Robinson and Kesha Hodge Washington on their way to claiming seats.
Arizona Technology

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.

Phoenix College IT project lands over $4.2 million in federal grant funding
Phoenix College was awarded more than $4 million in grant funding to expand high-speed campus-related internet access and IT training and staffing, federal officials announced.
United States

Launch debut of 3D-printed rocket ends in failure, no orbit
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — A rocket made almost entirely of 3D-printed parts made its launch debut Wednesday night, lifting off amid fanfare but failing three minutes into flight — far short of orbit. There was nothing aboard Relativity Space’s test flight except for the company’s first metal 3D print made six years ago. The […]
Police: Teen arrested in shooting that killed boy, injured 5
MILWAUKEE (AP) — A 15-year-old boy has been arrested in connection with a shooting that killed another boy of the same age and left five young women injured, Milwaukee police said Wednesday. News reports did not say what charges, if any, have been filed against the teen. The shooting occurred about 11:30 p.m. Monday on […]
Starbucks workers protest before annual shareholder meeting
SEATTLE (AP) — Starbucks workers and labor activists rallied outside the company’s Seattle headquarters Wednesday to protest what they describe as union-busting efforts by executives. Organizers said employees also walked off the job at more than 100 stores in 40 U.S. cities, though the company disputed the breadth of the protests and said nearly every […]
Arrest made in fire at planned Wyoming abortion clinic
CHEYENNE, Wyo. (AP) — A woman was arrested on charges of setting fire to a building in Wyoming that was being renovated to house the state’s only full-service abortion clinic, authorities said Wednesday, hours after a judge temporarily blocked a ban on abortion that went into effect a few days ago. Lorna Roxanne Green, 22, […]

Escape-artist Missouri bear heads to Texas zoo with moat
ST. LOUIS (AP) — An escape-artist bear from Missouri is headed to a Texas zoo with a moat in hopes that it will put an end to his wandering. The St. Louis Zoo cited the “specific and unique personality” of the Andean bear named Ben in announcing the move Tuesday. His soon-to-be home at the […]
'Rick and Morty' creator has domestic abuse charges dropped
LOS ANGELES (AP) — California prosecutors on Wednesday dropped domestic violence charges against Justin Roiland, who created the Cartoon Network animated series “Rick and Morty” and provided the voices of the show’s two title characters. Orange County district attorney’s spokeswoman Kimberly Edds said the two felony counts involving a former girlfriend were dropped “due to […]
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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.

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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.

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Celebrate 50 years of Vrbo Fiesta Bowl Parade magic!
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