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Arizona-native Emma Stone hosts SNL for 5th time, joining exclusive club
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Northbound lanes on Interstate 17 near Black Canyon City reopen after crash
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Casa Grande teen arrested for allegedly sending bomb threat to Ottawa University in Surprise
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Ride-share customer arrested after allegedly pulling gun on driver in Glendale
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Ohio police searching for Goodyear man wanted in murder case
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Crime syndicate busted for allegedly manipulating diesel fuel pumps across Valley
Four men were arrested this week for allegedly participating in a scheme that siphoned thousands of dollars' worth of diesel fuel from Valley gas stations.
Utah-based investment firm proposes destination steakhouse in Old Town Scottsdale
Swags, a high-end steakhouse, wants to build a restaurant with two stories and rooftop terrace in Old Town Scottsdale.
ADOT sets winter closure dates for several Arizona highways
The Arizona Department of Transportation will close State Route 67 between Jacob Lake and the North Rim of Grand Canyon on Dec. 4.
South Phoenix educator wins Gaydos and Chad's teacher tribute for October
A south Phoenix kindergarten educator was named KTAR News 92.3 FM's The Gaydos and Chad Show's Pay Tribute to a Teacher winner for October.
Inmate who stabbed Derek Chauvin 22 times charged with attempted murder
A federal inmate in Tucson was charged Friday with attempted murder in the prison stabbing of former police officer Derek Chauvin.
Here are some excerpts of Justice Sandra Day O’Connor's Supreme Court opinions
Here is a collection of excerpts from Supreme Court opinions by Justice Sandra Day O'Connor, who died Friday at age 93.
ArizonaSports.com
Cardinals’ Trey McBride, Hollywood Brown officially active vs. Steelers
Cardinals TE Trey McBride and WR Hollywood Brown are good to go for Arizona's Week 13 matchup against the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Pac-12 will be represented in the College Football Playoff, but will be left out?
In the final version of the four-team College Football Playoff, the committee to select the four teams has a lot to consider after a messy Saturday.
Alabama, Texas, Florida State make final cases for College Football Playoff
One of these three programs will not make the College Football Playoff on Sunday: Alabama, Florida State and Texas.
Devin Booker’s return helps Suns beat Grizzlies in learning session
Devin Booker took advantage of the Memphis Grizzlies' overly aggressive defense to score 34 points in a Phoenix Suns win.
Report: Cardinals’ Marquise Brown, Trey McBride expected to play vs. Steelers
Cardinals pass catchers Marquise Brown and Trey McBride are expected to play against the Steelers, according to Adam Schefter.
Coyotes jump ahead early, defeat Blues for 4th straight win
Michael Carcone scored for the fourth time in three games, and the Arizona Coyotes beat the St. Louis Blues on Saturday.
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Arizona Business
Utah-based investment firm proposes destination steakhouse in Old Town Scottsdale
Swags, a high-end steakhouse, wants to build a restaurant with two stories and rooftop terrace in Old Town Scottsdale.
Azteca Bridal closes doors in Phoenix after 60 years of family-operated business
Azteca Bridal closed its doors for the last time after selling quinceañera and bridal dresses for 60 years.
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.
Arizona Health
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 Gov. Hobbs signs abortion rights petition, reaffirms desire for more access
Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs wants to see abortion rights enshrined in the state constitution, but took a ceremonial step Tuesday in making sure the issue was on the ballot next year.
Arizona suing pharmacy benefit managers, manufacturers over increased insulin prices
Arizona is suing multiple pharmacy benefit managers and manufacturers, accusing them of raising insulin prices as a result of rebate schemes.
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
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.
Grand Canyon University says it's appealing 'ridiculous' $37.7M federal fine
Grand Canyon University is fighting a $37.7 million fine by the federal government over allegations that it lied to students about the cost of its programs.
Arizona Technology
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.
APS unveils 15-year plan that will meet rising energy demand
APS announced it filed a new plan that will address growing customer energy needs at the Arizona Corporation Commission on Wednesday.
United States
Father of Palestinian American boy slain outside Chicago files wrongful death lawsuit
CHICAGO (AP) — The father of a 6-year-old Palestinian American boy fatally stabbed in what authorities allege was a hate crime has filed a wrongful death lawsuit. Oday Al-Fayoume filed the lawsuit last month against the suburban Chicago landlord charged in the attack that left his child dead and the boy’s mother seriously wounded. The […]
In US, some Muslim-Jewish interfaith initiatives are strained by Israel-Hamas war
Shireen Quaizar was wracked with doubt. For years, the school psychologist has been active in Muslim-Jewish interfaith dialogue, but the Israel-Hamas war left her reeling. “What are we doing with talking to each other?” she recalled thinking, frustrated by a conversation about the exact number of Palestinians killed in an Israeli airstrike. “This doesn’t work.” […]
Republicans had New Yorkers lead the way in expelling Santos. Will it help them keep the majority?
WASHINGTON (AP) — George Santos is gone from the House, but his name is certain to pop up in key congressional races across New York next year. Democrats are targeting five seats held by first-term Republicans and looking to associate them with their former colleague in the state’s congressional delegation as often as they can. […]
Israel orders more people in crowded southern Gaza to evacuate as heavy bombardment shifts there
KHAN YOUNIS, Gaza Strip (AP) — Israel on Sunday ordered more evacuations in and around Gaza’s second-largest city of Khan Younis, followed by heavy bombardment, as the military’s offensive shifted to the southern half of the territory where Israeli officials assert that leaders of the Hamas militant group are hiding. Palestinians in the Gaza Strip […]
Barbie doll honoring Cherokee Nation leader is met with mixed emotions
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — An iconic chief of the Cherokee Nation, Wilma Mankiller, inspired countless Native American children as a powerful but humble leader who expanded early education and rural healthcare. Her reach is now broadening with a quintessential American honor: a Barbie doll in the late Mankiller’s likeness as part of toymaker Mattel’s “Inspiring […]
Lacking counselors, US schools turn to the booming business of online therapy
Trouble with playground bullies started for Maria Ishoo’s daughter in elementary school. Girls ganged up, calling her “fat” and “ugly.” Boys tripped and pushed her. The California mother watched her typically bubbly second-grader retreat into her bedroom and spend afternoons curled up in bed. For Valerie Aguirre’s daughter in Hawaii, a spate of middle school […]
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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, […]
West Hunsaker at Morris Hall supports Make-A-Wish Foundation in Arizona
KTAR's Community Spotlight this month focuses on Morris Hall and its commitment to supporting the Make-A-Wish Foundation in Arizona.