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Here are the metro Phoenix restaurants on Yelp's list of top 100 places to eat in 2023
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Arizona lawyer subpoenaed in criminal investigation of Goodyear tires
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FDA declines to regulate CBD; calls on Congress for fix
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Multiple Arizona chefs, restaurants earn spots as James Beard Awards semifinalists
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Nickelback's Get Rollin' Tour to stop at Footprint Center in Phoenix in July
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Former Valley professor to serve on advisory group for National Space Council
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Kevin Stone
Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes: No more 'political lawsuits'
Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes has withdrawn a student debt lawsuit filed by her Republican predecessor as she changes the direction of the state’s top legal office.
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Guy Fieri pulling into Valley to host Super Bowl Sunday tailgate party
Lights out delicious news: Celebrity foodie Guy Fieri is throwing a free bash in Glendale on Super Bowl Sunday.
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Silver Alert canceled for West Valley couple with medical and memory problems
A Silver Alert was canceled Thursday afternoon for a husband and wife who have cognitive and medical problems, authorities said.
SuElen Rivera
Sonora Quest offering 3-in-1 testing for influenza, RSV and COVID-19
Those experiencing symptoms of COVID-19, influenza or RSV can now take a single test to get results for the three unique viruses.
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Desert Diamond Arena, former home of Arizona Coyotes, had record revenue year in 2022
Desert Diamond Arena, the former Glendale home of the Arizona Coyotes, said it had a record-breaking revenue year in 2022.
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Here's a list of concerts going on in metro Phoenix during Super Bowl week
Here are some of the top concert options during the Wednesday and Saturday leading up to Super Bowl Sunday.
Arizona Business
Marcia Hammond
The past is present: Egyptian Motor Hotel in Phoenix resurrected, set to reopen Friday
A piece of Phoenix history reawakens Friday, when the Egyptian Motor Hotel opens its doors again.
Kevin Stone
Glendale rolls out guide, map to promote local business before Super Bowl
As Super Bowl XLVII draws near, host city Glendale is rolling out an official guide with an interactive map to promote local businesses.
Kevin Stone
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport sets yearly passenger record in 2022
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport announced Wednesday that it served a record 1,890,684 passengers in 2022, 6.5% above the previous record.
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Phoenix contractor to pay workers over $740K in back wages, damages
A Phoenix electrical contractor was ordered to pay employees $742,082 in back wages and damages after a federal investigation.
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Developers close on Metrocenter Mall in Phoenix with $850M redevelopment set to begin
Developers have closed on the purchase of Metrocenter Mall in Phoenix with $850 million redevelopment plans to begin immediately.
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City of Mesa unveils new facility with 5 multi-sport fields
The city of Mesa on Saturday celebrated the grand opening of a new facility featuring five multi-sport fields that will primarily be used for soccer.
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Wills Rice
Hideki Matsuyama, Patrick Cantlay and others commit to 2023 WM Phoenix Open
Some more of the PGA Tour's best will be coming to north Scottsdale for the WM Phoenix Open in a jampacked weekend in the Valley Feb. 9-12.
Jake Anderson
Phoenix Suns to get center Deandre Ayton back vs. Dallas Mavericks
The Phoenix Suns will be getting a big boost in the lineup on Thursday night when they host the Dallas Mavericks at Footprint Center.
Associated Press
LeBron James, Giannis Antetokounmpo named captains of 2023 NBA All-Star Game
Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James and Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo were named captains for the 2023 NBA All-Star Game.
Jake Anderson
Phoenix Suns’ Devin Booker surprises Make-A-Wish Arizona kid
Phoenix Suns' Devin Booker surprised 17-year-old Make-A-Wish Arizona kid Breanna Amado prior to tip-off on Tuesday night.
Arizona Sports
Cardinals candidate Dan Quinn staying on as Dallas Cowboys DC, per report
Dan Quinn is reportedly staying with the Dallas Cowboys as the team's defensive coordinator, per NFL Network's Tom Pelissero.
Austin Scott
NBC Sports’ King likes Dan Quinn as Cardinals’ next head coach
NBC Sports' Peter King joined Arizona Sports' Bickley & Marotta on Thursday and Dan Quinn is a great option to work with Kyler Murray.
Arizona Education
Griselda Zetino
Arizona schools chief Tom Horne ‘strongly’ supports raising education spending cap
Arizona Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Horne is calling on state lawmakers to address a school spending cap on funds.
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Glendale elementary school remains closed after fire in bathroom
A West Valley school remains closed Thursday after a fire in a bathroom stall earlier in the week.
Taylor Tasler
Arizona students could obtain self-paced degree through Ducey agreement
Arizona students can now obtain a degree at their own pace through an agreement between former Gov. Doug Ducey and an online university.
Kevin Stone
Arizona Senate president on school voucher repeal: 'Not going to happen'
Arizona Senate President Warren Petersen said the Legislature won't let Gov. Katie Hobbs roll back the state's universal school voucher program.
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Gov. Hobbs hoping to work with schools chief Horne on education, 'taken aback' by his priorities
Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs is hoping to collaborate with public schools chief Tom Horne on the state's education future, but the Democrat is anticipating some ideological challenges.
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Arizona schools chief Horne hoping to use past experience working with Democratic governor
Republican Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Horne is hoping his past experience with a Democratic governor will translate well in his second stint.
Arizona Health
SuElen Rivera
Sonora Quest offering 3-in-1 testing for influenza, RSV and COVID-19
Those experiencing symptoms of COVID-19, influenza or RSV can now take a single test to get results for the three unique viruses.
KTAR.com
Metro Phoenix health officials confirm 1st pediatric flu death of season
Metro Phoenix health officials on Tuesday announced the season’s first pediatric flu death. The child was not immunized.
Associated Press
Navajo Nation rescinds mask mandate that's been in effect since pandemic start
The Navajo Nation has rescinded a mask mandate that's been in effect since the early days of the coronavirus pandemic, officials announced Friday, fulfilling a pledge that new tribal President Buu Nygren made while campaigning for the office.Podcasts
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Arizona Votes
Kevin Stone
Early announcement gives Ruben Gallego jump on potential 3-way Senate showdown
The dust is barely settled from the last election, but U.S. Rep. Ruben Gallego doesn't think it's too soon to start campaigning for the next one.
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Rep. Ruben Gallego announces 2024 run for Kyrsten Sinema's Senate seat
Democratic U.S. Rep. Ruben Gallego of Arizona made it official Monday: He's running for U.S. Sen. Kyrsten Sinema's seat in 2024.
Kevin Stone
Report: Rep. Ruben Gallego to announce bid for Kyrsten Sinema's Senate seat next week
Democratic U.S. Rep. Ruben Gallego reportedly is planning to announce next week that he's running for Sen. Kyrsten Sinema's seat in 2024.Arizona Technology
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Arizona Attorney General's Office says it will continue using mass surveillance program
The Arizona Attorney General's Office said a mass surveillance program it engineers will continue despite a report this week claiming the operation is illegal.
Kim Komando
5 common mistakes that are slowing down your Wi-Fi
If only the calendar flipping over to a new year erased our tech problems. But you can do a lot to make your digital life easier in 2023.
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Vice President Kamala Harris coming to Arizona next week to highlight clean energy efforts
Vice President Kamala Harris is making her first trip to Arizona next week since taking office, visiting with a pair of cabinet members to highlight the administration's clean energy economy efforts.
United States
Associated Press
US economy slowed but still grew at 2.9% rate last quarter
WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. economy expanded at a 2.9% annual pace from October through December, ending 2022 with momentum despite the pressure of high interest rates and widespread fears of a looming recession. Thursday’s estimate from the Commerce Department showed that the nation’s gross domestic product — the broadest gauge of economic output — […]
Associated Press
Pope Francis discusses his health, critics and future of papacy
In his first interview since the death of retired Pope Benedict XVI, Francis tells The Associated Press he plans to continue for as long as he can as bishop of Rome
Associated Press
US Secret Service releases report on mass attacks
A new report on mass attacks calls for communities to intervene early when they see warning signs of violence.
Associated Press
Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs keeps migrant transport program, with additions
Democratic Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs is defending her decision to continue her Republican predecessor's program to transport migrants out of border communities.
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Fugitive wanted in Milwaukee for 2020 murder arrested in Phoenix
A fugitive wanted for a murder in Wisconsin over two years ago was arrested Tuesday in Phoenix, authorities said.
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Federal agent from Mesa loses job, pay for doing side gigs while on duty
A federal agent from Mesa lost his job and has to repay more than $130,000 in salary because he drove for Amazon, Uber and Lyft while on duty.
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Sports gambling can be fun for adults, but it's a dangerous game for children
While adults may find that sports gambling is a way to enhance the experience with more than just fandom on the line, it can be a dangerous proposition if children get involved in the activity.
Fiesta Bowl Foundation
Celebrate 50 years of Vrbo Fiesta Bowl Parade magic!
Since its first production in the early 1970s, the Vrbo Fiesta Bowl Parade presented by Lerner & Rowe has been a staple of Valley traditions, bringing family fun and excitement to downtown Phoenix.
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How high-speed fiber internet edges out cable for everyday use
In a world where technology drives so much of our daily lives, a lack of high-speed internet can be a major issue.
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