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Biden to sign massive climate and health care legislation
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UArizona preparing for new semester with COVID, monkeypox, flu threats
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Man pleads guilty to bribing border agent as part of human smuggling conspiracy
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Arizona Super Bowl Host Committee kicks off water drive to help homeless population
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6 Arizona restaurants make OpenTable's best date night spots
Teaming up with the app Bumble, OpenTable came up with the best 100 spots for a date night, with six Arizona restaurants making the list.
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Silver Alert canceled for 64-year-old woman last seen in Phoenix
Authorities said a Silver Alert for a woman who went missing in Phoenix late last week has been canceled after she was found safe Monday.
Kevin Stone
Actor Troy Kotsur’s vehicle, with Oscar inside, stolen and recovered in Mesa
Groundbreaking actor Troy Kotsur's vehicle, with his Oscar inside, was stolen and recovered in his hometown of Mesa, authorities said.
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Spinato's joins Footprint Center food lineup for Phoenix Suns in October
Popular Valley pizzeria Spinato's is joining the food court lineup at Footprint Center in the fall as the official pizza of the Phoenix Suns.
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Teenage boy killed in early-morning shooting in East Valley
Authorities said a teenage boy was shot and killed near Tempe early Monday and his unknown assailant at large.
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Phoenix man allegedly shoots wife, kills self after hours of talking to police
A woman was hospitalized and a man died from suicide hours after police surrounded his home in response to a domestic dispute, authorities said.
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Arizona diagnostic lab Sonora Quest launches monkeypox PCR test
Sonora Quest Laboratories and Quest Diagnostics announced a "one-of-a-kind" monkeypox test Arizonans can take through health care providers.
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Arizona health official: Fully vaccinated are 10 times less likely to die from COVID
Amid a highly-contagious subvariant of COVID-19 becoming the dominant strain in Arizona, the state's health department said recent data showed fully vaccinated individuals were 10 times less likely to die from the virus.
Luke Forstner
Phoenix homeless shelter fighting outbreak of COVID-19
The Downtown Medical Respite Center run by local nonprofit Circle the City is springing into action to combat an outbreak of COVID-19.
SuElen Rivera
City of Glendale to host Dementia Awareness Day in August
In honor of Glendale joining a national dementia-friendly program last August, the West Valley city will host Dementia Awareness Day next month.
SuElen Rivera
ACA allocates $100M in broadband grants to 20 awardees in rural and urban Arizona
The Arizona Commerce Authority announced earlier this month the allocation of $100 million in broadband grants to 20 awardees in rural and urban Arizona to increase connections for underserved areas.
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10 Arizona counties, including Maricopa, have high COVID-19 community levels
Ten of Arizona's 15 counties now have high COVID-19 community levels, the state's health department said Friday.
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Associated Press
Diamondbacks’ Bumgarner gives up 6 runs in loss to Giants
The Arizona Diamondbacks' Madison Bumgarner lasted 5.2 innings and allowed six earned runs against his former team, the San Francisco Giants.
Associated Press
CFP championship games to return to Atlanta, South Florida
Atlanta and South Florida have been selected to host College Football Playoff national championship games for the second time.
Arizona Sports
LSU’s Brennan departs, former ASU QB Daniels reportedly set to start
Jayden Daniels will be the starting QB for LSU after Myles Brennan said he's stepping away from football, per WWL's Kristian Garic.
Dan Bickley
Kliff Kingsbury biggest winner of Cardinals’ start to preseason
Dan Bickley writes that Arizona Cardinals head coach Kliff Kingsbury is the biggest winner out of the team's preseason win over the Bengals.
Kellan Olson
Phoenix Suns get rematch vs. Mavericks on opening night, per report
The Phoenix Suns' regular season will begin at home against the Dallas Mavericks on Oct. 19, according to The Athletic's Shams Charania.
Tyler Drake
Arizona Cardinals’ Greg Dortch determined to prove he belongs in NFL
After a murky start to his NFL career, Cardinals WR Greg Dortch is making the most of his opportunities this offseason.Arizona Business
KTAR.com
Spinato's joins Footprint Center food lineup for Phoenix Suns in October
Popular Valley pizzeria Spinato's is joining the food court lineup at Footprint Center in the fall as the official pizza of the Phoenix Suns.
KTAR.com
White Castle to open spot in Tempe in 2023, 2nd in Arizona
Popular fast-food chain White Castle announced plans to open a restaurant in Tempe next year, its second location in Arizona.
SuElen Rivera
Phoenix VA says rat infestation at medical center could be over
The Phoenix VA Health Care System said Friday rodent activity at its medical center appears to have slowed down in the last eight days, more than two weeks after rats were found.
KTAR.com
Opendoor to pay $62M in fines for cheating and misleading home sellers
Online homebuyer Opendoor agreed to pay $62 million to settle claims of cheating and misleading customers, the Federal Trade Commission said.
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Beverage can manufacturer Ball Corp to close Phoenix plant
Metal-container manufacturer Ball Corp. said it is shutting down its aluminum can facility in Phoenix, citing rising costs and decreasing demand.
SuElen Rivera
Scottsdale Airport to use $5.4M grant to improve capacity issues
Scottsdale Airport will use $5.4 million in federal grant funding to improve its efficiency and capacity, officials announced.
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Associated Press
MacKenzie Scott gives $39 million to Junior Achievement USA
Billionaire philanthropist MacKenzie Scott donated $38.8 million to Junior Achievement USA and 26 local operations — the largest single gift in its 103-year history — the national education nonprofit announced Tuesday. Like all of Scott’s nearly $12 billion in donations since 2019, her gift to Junior Achievement USA is unrestricted, meaning the Colorado-based nonprofit, which […]Associated Press
Boston police boat comes to rescue of stranded groom
BOSTON (AP) — Officers with the Boston Police Department’s harbor patrol unit are used to helping boaters in distress, but last weekend Officer Joe Matthews came to the rescue of a groom in danger of missing his own wedding. Patrick Mahoney was scheduled to get married on Thompson Island in the middle of Boston Harbor […]
Associated Press
Jill Biden tests positive for COVID-19, has 'mild' symptoms
KIAWAH ISLAND, S.C. (AP) — First lady Jill Biden tested positive for COVID-19 and was experiencing “mild symptoms,” the White House announced Tuesday. President Joe Biden continues to test negative after recently recovering from the virus but will wear a mask indoors for 10 days as a precaution. The Bidens have been vacationing in South […]Associated Press
More storms forecast for flooded areas of West Virginia
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — More thunderstorms were forecast this week for much of West Virginia, including areas that flooded Monday after up to 5 inches (13 centimeters) of rain fell in some areas, the National Weather Service said. Storms were expected to develop Tuesday and Wednesday, according to the weather service, but a flood watch […]
Associated Press
Ezra Miller seeks treatment for 'mental health issues'
NEW YORK (AP) — After a string of arrests and erratic behavior that spanned Hawaii to Vermont, “Flash” actor Ezra Miller said they have begun treatment for “complex mental health issues.” The 29-year-old Miller, who identifies as non-binary, issued a statement late Monday. On Sept. 26, Miller is due to appear for arraignment in Vermont […]Associated Press
Environmental groups sue US over Puerto Rico dredging plan
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — The Center for Biological Diversity filed a lawsuit Tuesday against the U.S government, accusing it of endangering wildlife and humans as it prepares to dredge and expand Puerto Rico’s biggest bay to accommodate massive tankers that will serve a new liquid natural gas terminal. The Arizona-based nonprofit said the […]Podcasts
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Danny Shapiro
Arizona school district moves to 4-day weeks to boost teacher recruitment, retention
An Arizona school district moved to four-day weeks this year in an effort to boost teacher recruitment and retention and it's working, according to one principal.
KTAR.com
Rep. Greg Stanton of Arizona, MCCCD announce bioscience funding
Rep. Greg Stanton and the Maricopa County Community College District announced funding for bioscience program development Monday morning.
SuElen Rivera
Tom Horne leads GOP nomination for Arizona school superintendent
Tom Horne is the leading Republican candidate for Arizona's Superintendent of Public Instruction as results continue to trickle in Wednesday morning.
Arizona Technology
Kim Komando
If your inbox is a mess, here's a surefire way to keep email in check
If you’re sick of wasting time searching endless or scrolling through your inbox, it’s time to up your email game. Every Gmail user should do this.
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Microchips bill driven by Sens. Sinema, Kelly of Arizona earns praise from business leader
Bipartisan legislation negotiated by Democratic U.S. Sens. Kyrsten Sinema and Mark Kelly of Arizona became law Tuesday, a move commended by one of the state's top business executives.
Kim Komando
Change these settings on your televisions to reduce eye strain
Here are a few tips to minimize eye strain, neck strain and eye fatigue when you're relaxing and watching television.
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Day & Night Air Conditioning, Heating and Plumbing
Here are 4 signs the HVAC unit needs to be replaced
Pool renovations and kitchen upgrades may seem enticing, but at the forefront of these investments arguably should be what residents use the most. In a state where summertime is sweltering, access to a functioning HVAC unit can be critical.
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Ways to prevent clogged drains and what to do if you're too late
While there are a variety of ways to prevent clogged drains, it's equally as important to know what to do when you're already too late.
Sanderson Ford
Don't let rising fuel prices stop you from traveling Arizona this summer
There's no better time to get out on the open road and see what the beautiful state of Arizona has to offer. But if the cost of gas is putting a cloud over your summer vacation plans, let Sanderson Ford help with their wide-range selection of electric vehicles.
Mayo Clinic Orthopedics and Sports Medicine
Why your student-athlete’s physical should be conducted by a sports medicine specialist
Dr. Anastasi from Mayo Clinic Orthopedics and Sports Medicine in Tempe answers some of the most common questions.
Dr. Richard Carmona
Great news: Children under 5 can now get COVID-19 vaccine
After more than two years of battle with an invisible killer, we can now vaccinate the youngest among us against COVID-19. This is great news.