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Fox snatcher: Footage shows furry intruder swiped cameras from Arizona backyard
An Arizona woman got a huge shock when surveillance footage showed the thief who stole her backyard cameras was four-legged and fluffy-tailed.
1 dead, suspect unknown after early morning shooting in Phoenix
A man died and a suspect was on the loose after an early morning shooting in Phoenix on Friday, authorities said.
Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs unveils border security initiative, pushes President Joe Biden to act
Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs unveiled Operation SECURE, an initiative to mobilize state resources to address border security issues.
I'm suffering from BCM: Border Cynicism Syndrome
KTAR News host Jim Sharpe is cynical of tangible solutions coming to the border situation at Arizona's Lukeville Port of Entry and beyond.
Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs to assess shuttered Lukeville Port of Entry in person
Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs said she plans to visit Lukeville on Saturday to assess the situation after federal officials closed the port of entry there.
Here's why Phoenix is reducing speed limits on multiple roadways
The city of Phoenix is lowering the speed limit on 15 stretches of road, but you should tap the brakes on the idea that it's being done so more tickets can be written.
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DJ remixes Steve Kerr Footprint Center noise complaint during halftime of Suns-Kings game
The Suns trolled Steve Kerr by having DJ Chris Villa sample and loop Kerr's noise complaint during the halftime entertainment on Friday.
3-star edge rusher Salesi Manu commits to Arizona State football
ASU football head coach Kenny Dillingham got more good news in the form of a new edge rusher committing, Salesi Manu from Reno.
Shorthanded Suns hang with Kings until dubious 3rd quarter, Fox’s late takeover
The Suns took a lead into halftime despite missing multiple starters, but the Kings jumped ahead with a game-changing third period.
Arizona State football lands TE transfer Markeston Douglas from Florida State
ASU football landed tight end transfer Markeston Douglas from Florida State on Friday, as he announced his commitment during his visit.
Suns rule Nassir Little out vs. Kings to evaluate for concussion
The Suns ruled forward Nassir Little out to get evaluated for a concussion during Friday's game against the Kings at Footprint Center.
Arizona State basketball’s Adam Miller eligibility after 2nd transfer denied by NCAA
The NCAA denied Arizona State guard Adam Miller's waiver to play this season after his second transfer, coach Bobby Hurley said.
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Arizona Business
Warehouse retailer Sam's Club primed for new location at Tempe Marketplace
Phoenix-based Vestar Development Co. is preparing for a big addition to one of its top Valley shopping centers with a Sam's Club.
Barrio Queen opens 8th Valley Mexican restaurant in Surprise
The Valley’s eighth Barrio Queen Mexican restaurant opened Wednesday in Surprise and will offer specials throughout December.
Arizona gets federal funding for Phoenix-Tucson passenger rail planning
The first federal funds have been allocated for reestablishing passenger rail service between Phoenix and Tucson, U.S. Rep. Greg Stanton of Arizona announced.
Arizona Health
Banner Health facilities in Arizona restrict visitors due to flu concerns
Seasonal visitor restrictions are now in effect at Banner Health facilities due to the increased risk of flu and respiratory virus concerns.
Valley-based health care provider uses tech to boost quality of care
Valley-based health-care provider HonorHealth is using technology to lighten the burden on staff at one hospital.
Tempe starts testing wastewater for common viruses, including influenza
Tempe has begun testing its wastewater for common viruses, such as influenza, and vector-borne diseases.
Arizona Votes
Kari Lake loses bid to see ballot envelopes in trial tied to Arizona election defeat
A judge rejected Kari Lake’s request to examine signed ballot envelopes of 1.3 million early voters from Arizona's 2022 election.
2 Arizona county officials indicted on election interference charges from 2022
Two Arizona county officials have been indicted on election interference charges stemming from their conduct in 2022, officials announced Wednesday.
Mohave County supervisors again reject plan to hand count all 2024 ballots
Mohave County officials narrowly rejected a proposal to hand count all ballots in the 2024 election cycle rather than using tabulation machines.
Arizona Homeless News
Study says the US is ill-prepared to ensure housing for the growing number of older people
The United States is ill-prepared to ensure housing and care for the growing ranks of America's older people.
Maricopa County invests $10M into housing projects for seniors, low-income families
Maricopa County officials approved $10 million to convert a hotel into senior housing and build a rental community for low-income families.
Mesa moves forward with converting hotel into temporary homeless shelter
The city of Mesa announced Monday it will move forward with converting a former hotel into a temporary homeless shelter.
Arizona Education
Early care and education system underserving kids in Arizona, report says
A new report has found Arizona's early care and education (ECE) system is underserving kids, especially those from marginalized communities.
Glendale Community College earns music school accreditation
The National Association of Schools of Music notified Glendale Community College of their music school accreditation.
University of Arizona students, teachers angry over $240M budget shortfall
Students and faculty members harshly criticized University of Arizona President Robert C. Robbins on Thursday over a $240 million budget shortfall.
Arizona Technology
Valley-based health care provider uses tech to boost quality of care
Valley-based health-care provider HonorHealth is using technology to lighten the burden on staff at one hospital.
Amkor announces $2 billion facility in Peoria for packaging Apple chips
Amkor Technology will spend $2 billion to build a new advanced semiconductor packaging and test facility in Peoria.
Rocker Sammy Hagar to sell his rare hybrid Ferrari at Scottsdale Barrett-Jackson auction
Rock star Sammy Hagar will put a one-of-a-kind Ferrari on the block during the 2024 Barrett-Jackson collector car auction in Scottsdale.
United States
Minnesota grocery store clerk dies after customer impales him with a golf club, police say
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — A Minneapolis store clerk died after a customer beat him and impaled him with a golf club, police said. The 66-year-old clerk was attacked Friday at the Oak Grove Grocery, a small neighborhood store in a residential area near downtown Minneapolis. A 44-year-old suspect is jailed on suspicion of murder. Police responded […]
Two Indiana police officers are acquitted of excessive force in 2020 protesters' arrests
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Two Indianapolis police officers were acquitted early Saturday of using excessive force to strike two women with batons during arrests at a May 2020 protest against racial injustice and police brutality. Officers Jonathan Horlock and Nathaniel Schauwecker had been charged with battery and official misconduct in the case. They were among officers […]
Technology built the cashless society. Advances are helping the unhoused so they're not left behind
WASHINGTON (AP) — John Littlejohn remembers the days when lots of people had a couple of dollars to spare to buy a copy of Street Sense, the local paper that covers issues related to the homeless and employs unhoused individuals as its vendors. Today, he’s finding fewer people are walking around with spare change. Even […]
Israel presses on with Gaza bombardments, including in areas where it told civilians to flee
RAFAH, Gaza Strip (AP) — Israeli warplanes struck parts of the Gaza Strip overnight into Saturday in relentless bombardments, including some of the dwindling slivers of land Palestinians had been told to evacuate to in the territory’s south. The latest strikes came a day after the United States vetoed a United Nations resolution demanding an […]
Big money, fancy homes, old jokes — inside Joe Biden's fundraisers
LOS ANGELES (AP) — If you’re a Democrat with money to burn and friends in high places, you can spend thousands on tickets to a fundraiser with President Joe Biden. If not, keep reading to see what you’re missing. With an election year around the corner, Biden is accelerating his fundraising to prepare for an […]
New US aid for Ukraine by year-end seems increasingly of out reach as GOP ties it to border security
WASHINGTON (AP) — A deal to provide further U.S. assistance to Ukraine by year-end appears to be increasingly out of reach for President Joe Biden. The impasse is deepening in Congress despite dire warnings from the White House about the consequences of inaction as Republicans insist on pairing the aid with changes to America’s immigration […]
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Avoid a potential emergency and get your home’s heating and furnace safety checked
With the weather getting colder throughout the Valley, the best time to make sure your heating is all up to date is now.
KTAR launches online holiday auction benefitting Boys & Girls Clubs of the Valley
KTAR is teaming up with The Boys & Girls Clubs of the Valley for a holiday auction benefitting thousands of Valley kids.
Valley residents should be mindful of plumbing ahead of holidays
With Halloween in the rear-view and more holidays coming up, Day & Night recommends that Valley residents prepare accordingly.
The best ways to honor our heroes on Veterans Day and give back to the community
Veterans Day is fast approaching and there's no better way to support our veterans than to donate to the Military Assistance Mission.
Interest rates may have peaked. Should you buy a CD, high-yield savings account, or a fixed annuity?
Interest rates are the highest they’ve been in decades, and it looks like the Fed has paused hikes. This may be the best time to lock in rates for long-term, low-risk financial products like fixed annuities.
The 2023 Diamondbacks are a good example to count on the underdog
The Arizona Diamondbacks made the World Series as a surprise. That they made the playoffs at all, got past the Milwaukee Brewers in the NL Wild Card round, swept the Los Angeles Dodgers in the NLDS and won two road games in Philadelphia to close out a full seven-game NLCS went against every expectation. Now, […]