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US draws down Ukraine embassy presence as war fears mount
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Silver Alert cancelled for 85-year-old woman who drove off from Arrowhead Mall in Glendale
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Weekend wrap-up: Here are the biggest Arizona stories from Jan. 21-23
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Don Wilson, guitarist with The Ventures, dies at 88
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Think Tank talks with practicing attorney and KTAR host Barry Markson
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Storm brings rain, strong wind gusts to metro Phoenix Saturday night
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Associated Press
Arizona Senate's privilege argument rejected by appeals court
A state appeals court says legislative privilege does not broadly protect the Arizona Senate from having to release hundreds of public records related to the review of the 2020 election.
Associated Press
Large drive-thru COVID testing site opens in Pima County
Its testing capacity stretched by the increase in COVID-19 cases due to the omicron wave, Pima County is opening a large new drive-thru testing site with help from the federal government.
Associated Press
Man gets 9 years in prison for helping move body in 2014 ax killing
A judge gave a nine-year prison sentence Friday to a man for convictions for helping move a dead body in the 2014 death of an Arizona man.
KTAR.com
Police investigate fatal vehicle collision with pedestrian in Phoenix
A vehicle collided with a pedestrian leaving one man dead on Friday in Phoenix, authorities said. .
KTAR.com
Phoenix police involved in fatal shooting Saturday morning
A man is dead after police officers were involved in a shooting in Phoenix Saturday morning, authorities said.
KTAR.com
Silver Alert cancelled for 89-year-old man last seen in Surprise
A Silver Alert was cancelled Saturday for a man who was last seen in Surprise, authorities said.Featured KTAR News Content
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Associated Press
Large drive-thru COVID testing site opens in Pima County
Its testing capacity stretched by the increase in COVID-19 cases due to the omicron wave, Pima County is opening a large new drive-thru testing site with help from the federal government.
Associated Press
Arizona Gov. Ducey suing Biden administration over threats to pull COVID relief money
Arizona's Doug Ducey filed a lawsuit Friday against the Biden administration over its threats to pull COVID relief money if the Republican governor continues to use the funds for an education grant program that can only go to schools without mask mandates.
KTAR.com
Number of Arizona inpatients with COVID up by nearly 50% since end of 2021
The number of Arizona inpatients with COVID-19 has climbed by nearly 50% since the end of 2021, but coronavirus-related ICU use has been relatively stable, according to data released Friday.
Griselda Zetino
ASU program provides Maryvale students with free high-speed internet access
An Arizona State University initiative is stepping in to help students of a west Phoenix community by providing free high-speed internet to families.
Associated Press
U.S. Rep. Raul Grijalva of Arizona announces 2nd COVID-19 infection
U.S. Rep. Raul Grijalva has contracted COVID-19 for the second time, saying Thursday he has minor symptoms.
KTAR.com
Arizona expert warns that omicron poses serious threat despite being 'milder'
The omicron variant may be causing a smaller percentage of serious illnesses than previous versions of COVID-19, but it still poses a serious threat, an Arizona medical expert warned.
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Arizona Sports
Rams-49ers matchup in All-NFC West conference championship game
The Los Angeles Rams and San Francisco 49ers will meet in the first NFC West-only conference championship game since the 2013 season.
Alex Weiner
Suns’ Deandre Ayton doubtful, Jae Crowder out for matchup with Jazz
Suns center Deandre Ayton is listed as doubtful with a right ankle sprain for Monday's matchup against the Utah Jazz.
Associated Press
Rams head to NFC title game with walk-off win over Buccaneers
Matthew Stafford threw for 366 yards and two touchdowns to lead the Rams to a 30-27 divisional playoff victory over Buccaneers.
Arizona Sports
No. 3 Arizona Wildcats defeat Cal on road; win 5th straight game
The Arizona Wildcats extended their winning streak to five games on Sunday after defeating California 96-71 on the road.
Alex Weiner
Former Mercury forward Penny Taylor named Hall of Fame finalist
Penny Taylor, who played for the Phoenix Mercury for 10 seasons, was named a finalist for the Women's Basketball Hall of Fame this week.
Kellan Olson
Phoenix Suns meet Utah Jazz for 1st time with back-to-back matchups
Even with injuries on both sides, the first matchups between the Phoenix Suns and Utah Jazz will provide high-level basketball.Arizona Business
KTAR.com
StretchLab to open 5th Arizona studio in Paradise Valley at the end of January
A studio that works to incorporate mobility and flexibility into one's fitness routine is opening a new location in the East Valley at the end of this month.
KTAR.com
Phoenix wins $1M in Global Mayors Challenge for mobile career unit
Phoenix is $1 million richer after winning a worldwide mayors' challenge focused on urban innovations.
Danny Shapiro
Only a matter of time until Arizona gas prices average $4 a gallon, analyst says
It's only a matter of months before most Arizona drivers are paying $4 a gallon for gas, according to an oil industry expert.
KTAR.com
Here are employers who are hiring in metro Phoenix
With businesses opening to full capacity and looking to rebound from the COVID-19 pandemic, employers in metro Phoenix and Arizona are looking to hire. Here's the list of employers looking for workers.
KTAR.com
Phoenix Mexican restaurant No. 1 on Yelp top 100 for 2022; 4 more Valley spots make list
A Phoenix Mexican restaurant claimed the top spot for Yelp's best restaurant in the country for 2022 as reviewed by the company's users, with four other Valley places also making the list.
Kevin Stone
Another company involved in semiconductor production comes to Phoenix
Sunlit, a Taiwanese company that supplies chemicals used in the production of semiconductors, broke ground on its first U.S. manufacturing facility in north Phoenix on Thursday.United States
Associated Press
Hanif Abdurraqib, Tom Lin receive Carnegie literary awards
NEW YORK (AP) — Receiving a literary prize from the American Library Association is a kind of homecoming for the essayist-poet Hanif Abdurraqib. “When I was young, I treated the library as a place to pass time, to get lost in books that I could have otherwise not afforded to own, music that I could […]Associated Press
Virginia's new AG removes 2 lawyers at public universities
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (AP) — Virginia’s new Republican attorney general has fired lawyers for two large public universities, his office said, marking more significant changes by Jason Miyares while ascending to his new job. Tim Heaphy, counsel for the University of Virginia, and George Mason University counsel Brian Walther have been let go, Miyares spokeswoman Victoria […]
Associated Press
Gonzaga suspends Stockton's season tickets over mask rule
SPOKANE, Wash. (AP) — Gonzaga has suspended John Stockton’s basketball season tickets after the Hall of Fame point guard refused to comply with the university’s mask mandate. Stockton, one of Gonzaga’s most prominent alums, confirmed the move in a Saturday interview with The Spokesman-Review. “Basically, it came down to, they were asking me to wear […]Associated Press
Gloria and Emilio Estefan mural unveiled in Miami
MIAMI (AP) — A new mural honoring Gloria and Emilio Estefan has been unveiled in Miami’s Little Havana. Local artist Disem305 painted the giant mural depicting the power couple of Latin pop in the 1980s when they came out with smash hits such as “Conga” and “Rhythm is Gonna Get You.” The artwork was unveiled […]Associated Press
Blind man who rescued 5 after Oklahoma City bombing dies
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Raymond Washburn, a blind man who was credited with helping rescue five people from the rubble of the Alfred P. Murrah federal building following the 1995 Oklahoma City bombing, has died. He was 75. Washburn died on Jan. 16 at his home in Oklahoma City, and funeral services were held for […]Associated Press
Chicago girl, 8, dies after being struck by stray bullet
CHICAGO (AP) — An 8-year-old Chicago girl who was walking with her mother when she was shot in the head and killed by a gunman targeting someone else on the city’s Southwest Side has been identified. The Cook County medical examiner’s office identified the victim Sunday as Melissa Ortega of Chicago. A police report said […]Podcasts
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Arizona Gov. Ducey suing Biden administration over threats to pull COVID relief money
Arizona's Doug Ducey filed a lawsuit Friday against the Biden administration over its threats to pull COVID relief money if the Republican governor continues to use the funds for an education grant program that can only go to schools without mask mandates.
KTAR.com
ASU Thunderbird School aims for 100M students by 2030 with free program
Aided by a donation of $25 million, Arizona State University announced ambitious plans Thursday to add 100 million students in eight years with the upcoming launch of a free global learning initiative.
Danny Shapiro
Arizona schools chief Hoffman urges Legislature to act on spending limit measure
Arizona Superintendent of Public Instruction Kathy Hoffman is worried politics and a noncommittal Legislature could jeopardize over $1.1 billion in school funding due to a 40-year-old spending limit.Arizona Technology
Kim Komando
5 genius hacks to do on your tech before it's February
It’s a new year, and we’re busy setting goals and making resolutions. One of mine is to spend at least an hour outside every day. Of course, I still have work to do, and much of that happens via email. I started 2022 by cleaning up my inbox. Tap or click for the steps I […]
KTAR.com
Phoenix wins $1M in Global Mayors Challenge for mobile career unit
Phoenix is $1 million richer after winning a worldwide mayors' challenge focused on urban innovations.
Kim Komando
Here are 10 ways to lock down those new gadgets
Ah, a shiny new tech toy. In the eyes of a hacker, that’s a great way into your home’s network. Most people don’t realize how important it is to properly secure your internet connection and router from snoops, hackers, and moochers.
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HVAC upkeep in Arizona saves money, keeps families prepared in the long run
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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This is the best year to get your MBA
Getting a master’s degree is a major commitment of time, energy, and money, so returning to school — even if you’re thinking about a part-time program that allows you to keep working — is one of the biggest decisions of your career.
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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.
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The most memorable games in Arizona sports history every fan needs to know
Sports teams in Arizona have seen their fair share of instant classic games, but there's a few that every fan needs to know.
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Annuity basics: how to retire with a guaranteed paycheck for life
Does the thought of retirement fill you with stress or with happiness? Everyone wants to spend their retirement in a way that brings them the most joy, whether that’s traveling the world or spending extra time at home with grandkids.