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The former Sam Fox concept still has three Arizona locations, including the original Biltmore spot, as it looks to restructure and find a buyer.

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Higher education could bring Arizona $11.1 billion in economic gains, report finds

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Tempe bar offering reward after man steals elk head

Based on the video, he lifted the elk head off the wall, snuck out the patio exit and rode off on his bike.

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Taiwan opens Phoenix office despite pressure from China

Gov. Katie Hobbs welcomed the Phoenix office after Chinese officials urged her to oppose it, citing Arizona's strong economic partnership with Taiwan.

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Arizona misses on 5-star Phoenix recruit Darius Wabbington as he commits to Indiana

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ASU’s Marcus Arroyo returns to play-calling to allow Kenny Dillingham to ‘be a head coach again’

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Kenny Dillingham doubles down on shouldering blame for ASU’s loss despite mentor’s advice

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ASU program helping local businesses cut costs gets five-year expansion

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Oct 2, 2026

Scottsdale Unified broke open meeting law during school closure process, prosecutors say

The district's board will vote Oct. 6 on closures. Parents say the committee overlooked financial data and alternatives to shutting down area schools.

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What’s on your ballot? Prop 141 would ban vehicle miles traveled taxes in Arizona

Arizona doesn't have VMT taxes, but opponents of the ballot measure worry about generating funds for future transportation projects if they are outlawed.

Oct 5, 2026

Greg Stanton, Zudhi Jasser trade blame on affordability in 4th Congressional District debate

Stanton blamed Trump's tariffs and the Iran war for rising prices, while Jasser faulted Democratic leadership and proposed suspending federal gas tax.

Oct 5, 2026

Lieutenant governor candidates debate role of Arizona’s newest office

Sine Kerr and Angela Harrolle Mohan discussed succession and split on data centers as they seek a state office created by voters but never held before.

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True Food Kitchen files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, closes 12 restaurants

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Oct 5, 2026

Taiwan opens Phoenix office despite pressure from China

Gov. Katie Hobbs welcomed the Phoenix office after Chinese officials urged her to oppose it, citing Arizona's strong economic partnership with Taiwan.

Oct 5, 2026

Wrigley Mansion sold to Arizona Biltmore ownership group

The sale price was $17 million, according to Maricopa County real estate records.

Oct 5, 2026

Rep. Andy Biggs says ‘water’s No. 1’ as he hears from Arizonans during run for governor

The Republican nominee said resource management is key to securing the state's water future. “You’re not going to conserve your way out of this,” he said.

Sep 30, 2026

Amazon launches collaborative initiative to fund Colorado River Basin water projects

The company is also investing $2.4 million in an Arizona irrigation efficiency project for tribal farmland.

Sep 24, 2026

Election-year backlash clogs Scottsdale’s water recycling plan

The city says candidates’ claims of “toilet to tap” or untested “poop water” marginalize the science behind the treatment program.

Sep 30, 2026

ICE contractor signs deal to reopen Arizona prison as immigration detention center

Management & Training Corp. expects the 775-bed facility to open within 60 days with about 338 workers. Rep. Adelita Grijalva criticized the deal.

Sep 14, 2026

3 arrested after allegedly trespassing at border wall construction site in Arizona

Deputies were called to a restricted construction area along the border for reports regarding multiple protesters trespassing. They were asked to leave by security but refused.

Sep 9, 2026

Rep. Yassamin Ansari says ICE was allowed to ignore detainee limits for a year

Rep. Yassamin Ansari says DHS quietly let ICE facilities exceed capacity and time limits for a year. She found no medical staff during her visit.

Oct 2, 2026

US Supreme Court won’t stop court-ordered takeover of Arizona prison healthcare

An outside corrections professional is set to take over healthcare management for 25,000 inmates Oct. 19 despite an appeal by the state.

Sep 18, 2026

Trump announces that all 50 states are joining Medicaid drug pricing model

Friday's announcement comes as cost-of-living issues are at the forefront of voters’ concerns ahead of the midterm elections in November.

Sep 9, 2026

Arizona health officials issue orders to preserve timely access to flu and COVID vaccines

Without the orders, some residents might face delays or additional steps when trying to get vaccinated at a pharmacy.

Oct 1, 2026

What a planned Phoenix data center could mean for nearby neighborhoods

"This is a little guy. It's about 24 megawatts, so dramatically smaller than the closest data center," Mayor Kate Gallego said of a planned facility near Seventh Avenue and Grant Street. "We do believe it will use APS power."

Sep 24, 2026

Gallego warns foreign adversaries are using American AI against the US, calls for guardrails

"We just, for example, learned that the Houthis were using Claude AI to figure out how to calibrate their missiles to better attack U.S. ships," Democratic U.S. Sen. Ruben Gallego said.

Sep 23, 2026

Mark Kelly urges Congress to pass his AI bill, saying ‘No one else is coming to the rescue’

Kelly called for urgent action on artificial intelligence during a Tuesday speech on the Senate floor, announcing plans for new regulation.

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Trump says he has call scheduled with Putin to discuss possible case of pneumonic plague in Russia

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McDonald’s sued over AI tool that recommends prices to US franchisees

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