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Arizona State president Michael Crow 'optimistic' about COVID recovery
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Accounting firm buys Arizona Republic office building in downtown Phoenix
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3 ways to preserve your family memories this holiday season
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Weekend wrap-up: Here are the biggest Arizona stories from Dec. 8-10
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New US aid for Ukraine by year-end seems increasingly out of reach as GOP ties it to border security
Arizona News

Police identify teen boy who died after shooting in central Phoenix
A teenage boy who was shot and later died in central Phoenix on Saturday afternoon has been identified, according to Phoenix Police.

Real estate investor to open drive-thru Taco Viva restaurant in Phoenix
Taco Viva, a new restaurant founded by the managing director of a Scottsdale real estate investment firm, is set to open in early 2024.

Pilot killed in small plane crash near Eloy Municipal Airport
A pilot has been killed in a small plane crash in a vacant lot near Eloy Municipal Airport, about halfway between Phoenix and Tucson, police said.

Chandler racing complex renamed Firebird Motorsports Park
Wild Horse Pass Motorsports Park in Chandler has a new name -- Firebird Motorsports Park.

Silver Alert canceled after 68-year-old woman located
The Mesa Police Department canceled a Silver Alert on Saturday after locating Pamela Andrew, the Arizona Department of Safety says.

Silver Alert canceled after 81-year-old found dead
John Saler, an 81-year-old who went missing in Tonopah on Wednesday, was found deceased, authorities said Saturday.
ArizonaSports.com

Bronny James debuts for USC nearly five months after cardiac arrest
Bronny James showed off his defensive skills in his college debut for USC nearly five months after a cardiac arrest.

Arizona point guard Kylan Boswell continues building NBA resume
Arizona basketball continues to dominate, and Kylan Boswell continues to be one of the biggest reasons why.

Arizona State transfer tracker: B.J. Green, Jalin Conyers in portal
Arizona State Sun Devils, including tight end Jalin Conyers and defensive tackle B.J. Green, have entered the transfer portal after 2023.

Arkansas LB Jordan Crook transferring to Arizona State football
Arizona State football continued its slew of transfer portal additions on Sunday with Jordan Crook, a linebacker from Arkansas.

Arizona State football transfer Jalin Conyers chooses Texas Tech
Former Sun Devil standout at tight end -- and sometimes at quarterback -- Jalin Conyers will transfer to Texas Tech.

Reports: Suns’ Bradley Beal on track for return Tuesday vs. Warriors ‘barring setbacks’
Suns guard Bradley Beal is on track to return to action Tuesday at home against the Warriors, according to multiple reports.
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Arizona Business

Real estate investor to open drive-thru Taco Viva restaurant in Phoenix
Taco Viva, a new restaurant founded by the managing director of a Scottsdale real estate investment firm, is set to open in early 2024.

Fazoli's set to open first street-side location since returning to Phoenix market
Italian fast-casual restaurant Fazoli's is set to debut its first street-side location since returning to the metro Phoenix market.

Scottsdale pumps brakes on high-end Swags steakhouse in Old Town
The fate of a proposed high-end steakhouse in Scottsdale's entertainment district won't be decided for at least another month.
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

Google antitrust trial focused on Android app store payments to be handed off to jury to decide
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — A federal court jury is poised begin its deliberations in an antitrust trial focused on whether Google’s efforts to profit from its app store for Android smartphones have been illegally gouging consumers and stifling innovation. Before the nine-person jury in San Francisco starts weighing the evidence Monday, the lawyers on the […]
Israel battles militants in Gaza's main cities, with civilians still trapped in the crossfire
RAFAH, Gaza Strip (AP) — Israeli forces battled Palestinian militants in Gaza’s two largest cities on Monday, with civilians still trapped in the fighting even after hundreds of thousands have fled to other parts of the besieged territory. Israel has pledged to keep fighting until it removes Hamas from power, dismantles its military capabilities and […]

Teachers have been outed for moonlighting in adult content. Do they have legal recourse?
At a small rural Missouri high school, two English teachers shared a secret: Both were posting adult content on OnlyFans, the subscription-based website known for sexually explicit content. The site and others like it provide an opportunity for those willing to dabble in pornography to earn extra money — sometimes lots of it. The money […]

Embattled wolves gain a new frontier in Democratic Colorado. The move is stoking political tensions
DENVER, Colo. (AP) — Wildlife officials plan to release gray wolves in Colorado in coming weeks, at the behest of urban voters and to the dismay of rural residents who don’t want the predators but have waning influence in the Democratic-led state. The most ambitious wolf reintroduction effort in the U.S. in almost three decades […]

Biden heads to Philadelphia for firefighters and fundraising
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden will join Philadelphia firefighters on Monday to announce federal funding that will reopen three fire companies, according to the White House. The companies — Engine 6, Ladder 1 and Ladder 11 — were decommissioned during the Great Recession. Union leaders have said the cutbacks hampered the city’s response to […]

Biden goes into 2024 with the economy getting stronger, but voters feel horrible about it
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden goes into next year’s election with a vexing challenge: Just as the U.S. economy is getting stronger, people are still feeling horrible about it. Pollsters and economists say there has never been as wide a gap between the underlying health of the economy and public perception. The divergence could […]
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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, […]