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Petitions submitted for new groundwater management district in southeastern Arizona
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Stocks fall sharply as Target's woes renew inflation fears
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Image released of supermassive black hole at center of Milky Way
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New 'disinformation' board paused amid free speech questions
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Bicycle rider dies after getting hit by car on Phoenix street
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Takeaways: Election denier wins, bad behavior dooms Cawthorn
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Here’s what Sen. Mark Kelly of Arizona wants to see before Title 42 is lifted
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More than 150 firefighters beat back flames at Phoenix pallet yard
More than 150 firefighters spent hours putting out a large fire at a pallet yard late Tuesday, first responders said.
Danny Shapiro
Chandler is No. 1 nationally for increase in 2-bedroom rent, according to report
Chandler is tops nationally for increase in two-bedroom rent, according to a report released Friday.
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Mesa police launches portal for filing complaints, commendations
The Mesa Police Department has unveiled a new online portal that will simplify the complaint and commendation process.
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Max the horse retires after 15 years serving the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office
A horse that has served the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office for the last 15 years is riding off into the sunset and calling it a career.
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Peoria police arrest Glendale man accused of robbing banks, jewelry store
The Peoria Police Department with assistance from the FBI and other Valley law enforcement agencies arrested a Glendale man accused of robbing two banks and a jewelry store, authorities said on Tuesday.
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Abortion rights supporters file longshot Arizona initiative bid
A newly organized group of abortion rights supporters on Tuesday filed an initiative that seeks to amend the Arizona Constitution to protect the right to abortion.Featured KTAR News Content
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Abortion rights supporters file longshot Arizona initiative bid
A newly organized group of abortion rights supporters on Tuesday filed an initiative that seeks to amend the Arizona Constitution to protect the right to abortion.
Associated Press
Pair of bills restricting responses to COVID move on to Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey
Two more bills restricting responses to the coronavirus pandemic are heading to Republican Gov. Doug Ducey's desk, including one that would impact the ability of future state leaders to respond to another airborne-spreading disease and a second blocking the state from ever requiring schoolchildren to get a COVID-19 vaccine.
Associated Press
Biden offering additional 8 free COVID-19 tests to public
WASHINGTON (AP) — The government website for people to request free COVID-19 at-home tests from the U.S. government is now accepting a third round of orders. The White House announced Tuesday that U.S. households can request an additional eight free at-home tests to be shipped by the U.S. Postal Service. The announcement comes as coronavirus […]
Torrence Dunham
Barrow Neurological Institute in Phoenix says strokes can happen to anyone at any time
Stroke is one of the leading causes of death in the United States and that's why KTAR News 92.3 FM's Community Spotlight for this month shines a light on a Valley stroke center.
Colton Krolak
Phoenix-based program using baseball as therapy for cognitive impairments, physical disabilities
A Phoenix-based program is using baseball as therapy for those with cognitive impairments, such as Alzheimer’s, and veterans in the VA with chronic physical disabilities.
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Arizona allocates $6.5M for health care professional training
Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey announced Friday $6.5 million in American Rescue Plan funding toward the investment to train 1,500 caregivers and nursing professionals working in long-term care facilities.
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Jake Anderson
Deja vu all over again: D-backs blow early lead in loss to Dodgers
For the fourth consecutive game, the Arizona Diamondbacks blew an early lead to the Dodgers en route to a loss in Los Angeles.
Kellan Olson
Suns’ offseason questions: How much should Phoenix rely on Chris Paul?
Chris Paul's injury history in the playoffs means the Phoenix Suns have to rethink the way they are shaping their roster going forward.
Arizona Sports
Pac-12 changing up championship format for football starting in 2022
The Pac-12 announced Wednesday that the two teams with the highest winning percentage in the conference will battle in the championship game.
Arizona Sports
D-backs recall INF Yonny Hernandez, place OF Cooper Hummel on IL
The Arizona Diamondbacks made a handful of moves ahead of their matchup against the Los Angeles Dodgers on Wednesday.
Arizona Sports
Wildcats’ Bennedict Mathurin, Koloko, Terry weigh in at 2022 NBA Combine
The Wildcats' Bennedict Mathurin, Christian Koloko and Dalen Terry got Step 1 of the 2022 NBA Combine out of the way on Wednesday.
Arizona Sports
Arizona Cardinals sign rookie OLB Myjai Sanders to a 4-year deal
The Arizona Cardinals signed rookie outside linebacker Myjai Sanders to a four-year deal on Wednesday morning.Arizona Business
Kevin Stone
2 estates in Scottsdale's Silverleaf community hit market with record-level price tags
A pair of mountainside estates in northeast Scottsdale’s ultra-exclusive Silverleaf enclave recently hit the market with record-level price tags.
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Lithium-ion battery recycling plant opens in Gilbert
Recyclers of lithium-ion batteries for electric vehicles activated the power Tuesday at its Gilbert manufacturing plant, putting a charge in the East Valley tech corridor.
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Mesa approves $1.6M property deal to serve up 'restaurant incubator'
The Mesa City Council moved forward with plans to create a place where chefs and restaurant operators can learn the business.
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Here are employers who are hiring in metro Phoenix
With businesses opening to full capacity and looking to rebound from the COVID-19 pandemic, employers in metro Phoenix and Arizona are looking to hire. Here's the list of employers looking for workers.
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Best Buy to convert store near Paradise Valley Mall into outlet
Big-box electronics retailer Best Buy announced plans to open an outlet store in Phoenix later this year.
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Immersive Monet and The Impressionists coming to Phoenix this summer
A new art exhibit is debuting in Phoenix this summer, providing art lovers the chance to immerse themselves in works of inspirational figures.
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California tree trimmer guilty in deadly throat-slashings
OROVILLE, Calif. (AP) — A tree trimmer in rural Northern California was found guilty in a series of throat-slashing attacks that left three people dead, prosecutors announced Wednesday. A jury in Butte County on Tuesday found Ryan Scott Blinston, 37, guilty of murder, attempted murder and arson, the Tehama County District Attorney’s office said. Blinston, […]
Associated Press
EXPLAINER: How mailed ballots slow results in Pennsylvania
HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Counting of mailed ballots in Pennsylvania is drawing renewed scrutiny amid a too-close-to-call U.S. Senate primary between Republicans David McCormick and Dr. Mehmet Oz. Former President Donald Trump blasted the state’s elections procedures on social media Wednesday even though there are no indications of any wrongdoing with those ballots other than […]
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Prosecutor: Officer who shot armed motorist was justified
CORYDON, Ind. (AP) — A southern Indiana police officer who fatally shot a stranded motorist who opened fire on him was justified in doing so, a prosecutor said Wednesday. The Palmyra reserve police officer nearly was struck by a shotgun blast fired by Justin Moore, 31, of Owensboro, Kentucky, Harrison County Prosecutor Otto Schalk said […]
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Biden invokes Defense Production Act for formula shortage
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden on Wednesday invoked the Defense Production Act to speed production of infant formula and authorized flights to import supply from overseas, as he faces mounting political pressure over a domestic shortage caused by the safety-related closure of the country’s largest formula manufacturing plant. The Defense Production Act order requires […]
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Biden invokes Defense Production Act for formula shortage
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden on Wednesday invoked the Defense Production Act to speed production of infant formula and authorized flights to import supply from overseas, as he faces mounting political pressure over a domestic shortage caused by the safety-related closure of the country’s largest formula manufacturing plant. The Defense Production Act order requires […]
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US case of monkeypox reported in Massachusetts man
NEW YORK (AP) — Massachusetts on Wednesday reported a rare case of monkeypox in a man who recently traveled to Canada, and health officials are looking into whether it is connected to small outbreaks in Europe. Monkeypox is typically limited to Africa, and rare cases in the U.S. and elsewhere are usually linked to travel […]Podcasts
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Arizona education department awards $1.8M to support Native American programs
The Arizona Department of Education on Tuesday awarded nearly $2 million to two programs that support Native American students and their families.
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Buckeye Elementary School District given 'Lighthouse' designation
The Buckeye Elementary School District was selected as one of 13 in the nation to be named a Learning 2025 Lighthouse District.
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New ASU research facility named Rob and Melani Walton Center for Planetary Health
A new Arizona State University research facility was named in April in honor of two sustainability donors that have focused on solutions made to improve the planet.Arizona Technology
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Lithium-ion battery recycling plant opens in Gilbert
Recyclers of lithium-ion batteries for electric vehicles activated the power Tuesday at its Gilbert manufacturing plant, putting a charge in the East Valley tech corridor.
Kim Komando
Secret words that tech support pros use to describe you
Tech support is a difficult, frustrating, and often thankless job. Like most professionals, IT folks have their own lingo. Here are 10 insider words that you might hear to describe you.
Data Doctors
A handful of free and easy video editors for beginners
For those looking to get into video editing, here are a few options that work directly on smartphones, computers and tablets.
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Christina O’Haver
Stroke month: Experts call attention to stroke prevention
Every 40 seconds—that’s how often someone has a stroke in the United States. It’s the fifth leading cause of death among Americans, with someone dying of a stroke every 3.5 minutes.
Arizona Division of Problem Gambling
Arizona Division of Problem Gambling provides exclusion solution for young sports bettors
Sports betting in Arizona opened a new world to young adults, one where putting down money on games was as easy as sending a text message.
Carla Berg, MHS, Deputy Director, Public Health Services, Arizona Department of Health Services
ADHS mobile program brings COVID-19 vaccines and boosters to Arizonans
The Arizona Department of Health Services and partner agencies are providing even more widespread availability by making COVID-19 vaccines available in neighborhoods through trusted community partners.
Canvas Annuity
The secret to guaranteed retirement income
Annuities aren’t really a secret, but they are so misunderstood that they might as well be. Once you understand what an annuity is and how it can benefit you, you could decide this “secret” is the perfect supplement to your retirement plan.
Dr. Richard Carmona
Have you gotten your booster shot?
Do you remember when you got your last COVID-19 vaccination? If it has been more than five months since you completed your primary vaccination series, it’s time for you to get your booster. You may be eligible even sooner depending which vaccine you received. If you are over the age of 50 and received your […]